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Uncle Sam Is Buying Stocks. Should Investors Follow? 06/21/2026 08:00pm • Uncle Sam is no longer only a lender, regulator or buyer. Under President Donald Trump, the federal government has become a shareholder in several private companies. Since January 2025, federal agencies have bought nearly $21 billion in stocks and ownership stakes in 17 businesses, from Intel Corp.' 7 Best Fidelity ETFs to Buy Now 06/21/2026 08:00pm • Fidelity manages 33 active equity exchange-traded funds, 18 fixed-income ETFs, 13 equity factor ETFs, five passive thematic ETFs and 11 passive equity sector ETFs. All of that means investors have plenty of choices when it comes to selecting investments from this particular fund family. Some of its What Types of Bank Accounts Are There? 06/21/2026 08:00pm • When you're figuring out where to keep your money, you'll come across several types of bank accounts. The four basic types are checking account, savings account, certificate of deposit and money market account. Each kind of account serves a different purpose. For instance, a checking account is gear 10 Best Growth Stocks to Buy for 2026 06/21/2026 08:00pm • Many economists anticipate sluggish U.S. economic growth ahead, and some are even calling for a mild recession. Finding reliable growth stocks may become challenging if policy uncertainty, persistent inflation and artificial intelligence disruption weigh on consumer spending and job growth. In fact, Feeling Financially Squeezed? Here's How to Use Your Credit Cards Strategically 06/21/2026 08:00pm • As Americans continue to deal with a challenging job market, a shaky economy and even shakier political climate, more and more consumers are turning to credit cards to simply live. Americans owe $1.23 trillion in credit card debt alone, with the average consumer owing a balance of $6,768, according Is a 60/40 Portfolio Appropriate for Retirees? 06/21/2026 08:00pm • The traditional 60/40 investment portfolio is one of investing's most recognizable asset allocation strategies, with 60% invested in stocks and 40% in bonds. Historically, the strategy has offered a balance of long-term growth and risk reduction. However, recent market conditions, including higher i Master Limited Partnerships: 7 Top High-Yield MLPs to Buy 06/21/2026 08:00pm • Master limited partnerships don't exactly reside in the investment spotlight, but investors who dismiss MLPs off the bat could be missing a good profit-making opportunity. In general, MLPs offer three primary benefits to investors: tax-advantaged income, strong distribution yields that exceed stock Today's Mortgage Rates Increase: June 22, 2026 06/21/2026 08:00pm • Today's average interest rate on a 30-year purchase mortgage is 6.589%, which is higher than Thursday when rates were 6.568%, according to Zillow data provided to U.S. News. For refinancing mortgages, today's 30-year rate is 6.663%, and the current 15-year rate is 5.742%. Rates drifted upward after 7 of the Best Ways to Invest $5,000 06/21/2026 08:00pm • The latest consumer price index, or CPI, report for May showed headline inflation of 4.2% year over year -- its highest level in three years. Much of the increase was driven by a sharp rise in energy prices following the second-order effects of the Iran war. Most Americans likely noticed the impact Heat and forgetfulness can make epinephrine ineffective when you need it most 06/21/2026 07:58pm • An EpiPen can be the difference between life and death during a severe allergic reaction, but mistakes in how people carry and store it can keep it from working when it’s needed most. Allergist Dr. Rachel Schreiber, of Schreiber Allergy in Rockville, Maryland, said one of the biggest problems i Man falls to his death during rock concert at Madison Square Garden 06/21/2026 07:51pm • NEW YORK (AP) — A 51-year-old Connecticut man fell to his death from an upper deck of Madison Square Garden during a concert on Saturday night, police said. Officers responding to a 911 call around 9:51 p.m. found the man unconscious and unresponsive with injuries indicating a fall from an “elev Rory McIlroy's rough weekend keeps him from contending at the US Open 06/21/2026 07:48pm • SOUTHAMPTON, N.Y. (AP) — Six-time major winner Rory McIlroy fared better than several other fellow past U.S. Open champions this week, with Bryson DeChambeau, Brooks Koepka, Jon Rahm and J.J. Spaun all missing the cut. But a rough weekend kept McIlroy from ever challenging for the lead at the tour Iran plays 10-man Belgium to 0-0 draw at World Cup with stellar effort from goalkeeper Beiranvand 06/21/2026 07:40pm • INGLEWOOD, Calif. (AP) — Iran's World Cup has been tumultuous off the field, and its play on the pitch still hasn't produced a victory. Yet Team Melli's dream of advancing to a World Cup knockout round for the first time is still very much alive, thanks to an afternoon of brilliance from goalkeepe Keith Mitchell goes from wild start to first player with 4 straight even-par rounds at a US Open 06/21/2026 07:39pm • SOUTHAMPTON, N.Y. (AP) — Keith Mitchell's U.S. Open started with a wild ride and ended with historic consistency. And with a spot in next year's Masters. Mitchell shot his fourth straight 70 on Sunday, becoming the first player in U.S. Open history to have four rounds of even par. He tied for fou After missing his putt on the 18th hole, Sam Burns comes up one shot short at the US Open 06/21/2026 07:36pm • SOUTHAMPTON, N.Y. (AP) — Sam Burns tossed his putter aside, fell to his palms and then down to his knees. The crowd around him groaned. He was that close to sinking a birdie putt on the 18th hole to tie leader Wyndham Clark at the U.S. Open and instead missed just right by a half-inch — maybe. "