Author: Money Mechanics

Rising Middle East tensions and continue supporting safe-haven demand for the US dollar. Inflation, Fed leadership changes, and retail sales could drive DXY volatility this week. US dollar index remains technically weak despite geopolitical support and elevated global uncertainty. Global markets are starting the week with investors weighing several risks at the same time. The US dollar is holding near the 98 level, supported by safe-haven demand during uncertain periods, but it is still struggling to gain strong momentum. Rising tensions in the Middle East are keeping oil prices high, while changes in US Federal Reserve leadership are creating uncertainty…

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(Image credit: Getty Images)You’ve worked hard and spent decades building something significant, and, naturally, you want it to have a lasting impact for your family.Earning, saving and investing have been your focus over the years, and you’ve probably also taken most or all of the typical estate planning steps.Last year at Catalyst Advisory, we surveyed 1,000 American adults and found that 90% hope to have something to leave behind for future generations. It’s clear that legacy matters to most of us. From just $107.88 $24.99 for Kiplinger Personal Finance Become a smarter, better informed investor. Subscribe from just $107.88 $24.99,…

(Image credit: Getty Images)The most stressful Social Security meetings I have aren’t about whether 62, 67 or 70 is “best.”They’re about the week someone planned to file … and suddenly can’t.A few months ago, a client — let’s call him Jeff — called me from the back seat of an Uber on the way to Chicago’s O’Hare airport. Jeff and his wife are the kind of people who do retirement the way they do travel: With spreadsheets, backups and confirmed reservations. From just $107.88 $24.99 for Kiplinger Personal Finance Become a smarter, better informed investor. Subscribe from just $107.88 $24.99,…

(Image credit: Getty Images)For many high-income households, tax planning is not just about April 15. It is about how capital is positioned throughout the year.Business owners, executives, physicians, attorneys and other high earners often face the same challenge: Strong income, limited deductions and a need to put capital to work in assets that may produce income and long-term value.That is one reason direct energy investing can be attractive to accredited investors. From just $107.88 $24.99 for Kiplinger Personal Finance Become a smarter, better informed investor. Subscribe from just $107.88 $24.99, plus get up to 4 Special Issues CLICK FOR FREE…

According to the Zillow lender marketplace, when comparing rates from the start to the end of last week, the 30-, 20-, and 15-year fixed loans each tell a different story. The 30-year fixed rate started the week at 6.20% and finished the week up five basis points at 6.25%. The 20-year fixed rate began the week at 6.01% and finished six basis points lower at 5.95%. Finally, the 15-year fixed-rate was flat, starting and ending the week at 5.66%. READ MORE: Weekly survey of mortgage lenders with the best rates: Home loans jump back above 6% APR Today’s mortgage rates…

continue to exhibit strong structural resilience as the market consolidates above the weekly VC PMI mean at $4,672. Current price action near $4,724 reflects a market that remains in bullish equilibrium despite short-term volatility and profit-taking after recent advances. The inability of sellers to force price below the weekly mean confirms that institutional demand continues to support the market on corrections. The weekly VC PMI levels define the dominant framework for this cycle. Weekly Buy 1 support is located at $4,569, while Weekly Buy 2 support stands at $4,407. Resistance levels are identified at Weekly Sell 1 at $4,834 and…

The two US Coastal named insurance companies administered by Cabrillo Coastal General Insurance Agency are back in the catastrophe bond market for their second sponsorship, with an initial $100 million target for named storm reinsurance from a Chartwell Re Ltd. (Series 2026-1) issuance, Artemis can report.A year ago, New York domiciled US Coastal Insurance Company and Florida domiciled US Coastal Property & Casualty Insurance Company secured $330 million of named storm reinsurance across three tranches of notes issued under their debut cat bond sponsorship, Chartwell Re 2025-1. Now, the insurers are back and seeking to expand on the role catastrophe…

One of the best ways to permanently fix a spotty Wi-Fi network is to upgrade to a mesh network. A mesh network is the best solution if your network problem is consistent throughout most of your home, not just a single room. A mesh network is the best option for a medium- to large-sized home with many devices, which is often the case for smart home users. Mesh networks use multiple nodes that act together to create a seamless, often self-healing network rather than each node sending separate signals.Also: This Wi-Fi 7 router solved my big internet headache – and…

(BOE Report) – Enbridge reported first-quarter adjusted profit on Friday that surpassed analysts’ expectations as robust performance in its gas transmission and utility businesses offset softer results in its liquids pipelines segment. The pipeline operator is benefiting from rising demand for natural gas, utility infrastructure and power supply for data centers, allowing it to generate steady growth despite geopolitical tensions and commodity price volatility. The company said it added projects worth about C$2 billion ($1.47 billion) to its secured growth backlog during the quarter, including the Cone onshore wind project in Texas and expansions at the Tres Palacios and Dawn Hub…