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Portfolio manager observes cracks appearing in U.S. consumer confidence

Brianne Gardner, senior wealth manager at Velocity Investment Partners at Raymond James, joins BNN Bloomberg to discuss slowdown in consumer spending in the U.S and Canada. Subscribe to BNN Bloomberg to watch more videos: Connect with BNN Bloomberg: For the latest news visit: For a full video offering visit BNN Bloomberg: BNN Bloomberg on Facebook: BNN Bloomberg on Twitter: BNN Bloomberg on Instagram: BNN Bloomberg on LinkedIn: -- BNN Bloomberg is Canada’s only TV service devoted exclusively to business, finance and the markets.... ( read more ) BREAKING: Recession News LEARN MORE ABOUT: Bank Failures REVEALED: Best Investment During Inflation HOW TO INVEST IN GOLD: Gold IRA Investing U.S. Consumer Starting to Crack: Insights from a Portfolio Manager As a portfolio manager with years of experience in the financial industry, I have witnessed various economic trends and their impact on consumer behavior. Recently, there have been sign

The U.S. Economy's Efforts to Prevent a Recession

Wall Street investors remain braced for a recession. But a turndown hasn't yet materialized, due to strong demand from U.S. consumers. Spending makes up roughly 68% of the U.S. economy. It's remained strong amid high inflation as high-income Americans draw down generous savings accrued in the pandemic. Lower-income Americans who may have exhausted their pandemic savings are increasingly turning to credit cards to finance daily life. Chapters: 00:00 — Introduction 01:15 — Budgets 04:24 — Credit 06:13 — Split economy Produced by: Carlos Waters Supervising Producer: Lindsey Jacobson Graphics: Christina Locopo » Subscribe to CNBC:  » Subscribe to CNBC TV:  About CNBC: From 'Wall Street' to 'Main Street' to award winning original documentaries and Reality TV series, CNBC has you covered. Experience special sneak peeks of your favorite shows, exclusive video and more. Connect with CNBC News Online Get the latest news:  Follow CNBC on LinkedIn:  Fol

Are You Considering Vanguard for Your Investments? - Clark Rage

Clark has recommended using Vanguard, Fidelity and Charles Schwab for years. But recent issues at Vanguard have really soured his opinion on the brokerage. Is it time to move your money? Clark shares his answer. Subscribe on Apple Podcast or wherever you listen to get the latest episode of The Clark Howard Podcast. *** Relevant Links: ► Clark.com: Advice You Can Trust: SUBSCRIBE ► ★ FOLLOW US BELOW: ★ Twitter ► Clark Howard Facebook ► Clark Deals Facebook ► Clark Howard Instagram ► Clark Deals Instagram ► Podcast ► ★ Need Consumer Advice? ★ Consumer Action Center: Call 636-492-5275 for Free Help for Your Money Questions Need advice? The Consumer Action Center is a free community resource for advice on money and consumer issues. Call 636-49C-LARK (636-492-5275) and a member of Team Clark will assist you as soon as possible. The Consumer Action Center is available Monday-Friday from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. ET. .... ( read more ) LEARN MORE ABOUT: IRA

Revised Regulations for 529 Plans

A GREAT development with 529 plans may change your decisions on how to save for college. MORE CLARK.COM CONTENT YOU MAY LIKE: ► clark.com/personal-finance-credit/investing-retirement/529-plan/ ► clark.com/employment-military/high-paying-jobs-no-degree/ ► clark.com/education/9-ways-to-pay-for-college-without-student-loans/ Clark.com: Advice You Can Trust: SUBSCRIBE ► NEWSLETTER ► Follow Us for More Money Tips: Website ► Podcast ► Twitter ► Clark Howard Instagram ► Clark Howard Facebook ► Clark Deals Facebook ► Clark Deals Instagram ► For the very best deals and money-saving shopping tips ► www.clarkdeals.com Need Consumer Advice? Need advice? The Consumer Action Center is a free community resource for advice on money and consumer issues. Call 636-49C-LARK (636-492-5275) and a member of Team Clark will assist you as soon as possible. The Consumer Action Center is available Monday-Friday from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. ET. If you found this video valuable, give it a like. I

rewrite this title More than 20% of 401(k) accounts are forgotten when changing jobs

Did you know more than 20% of 401(k) accounts are forgotten when employees leave their jobs? It's $1.35 trillion and your money may not be growing the way you think. FOX 26 Consumer Reporter Heather Sullivan shares some Smart Sense on how to find lost 401(k)'s. Subscribe to FOX 26 Houston: Watch FOX 26 Houston Live: Houston area news, weather, traffic, sports and breaking news from FOX 26 Houston. Watch news and local programming daily from KRIV. Watch more FOX 26 Houston on YouTube: What's Your Point?: Isiah Factor Uncensored: Positively Houston: Download the FOX 26 Houston News app: Download the FOX 26 Houston Weather app: Follow FOX 26 Houston on Facebook: Follow FOX 26 Houston on Twitter: Follow FOX 26 Houston on Instagram: Subscribe to the FOX 26 Houston newsletter: ... ( read more ) LEARN MORE ABOUT: 401k Plans REVEALED: Best Investment During Inflation HOW TO INVEST IN GOLD: Gold IRA Investing HOW TO INVEST IN SILVER:

Benefits of Tax Breaks for Retirement Accounts

Clark highlights recent and upcoming changes to retirement accounts involving tax law changes with potential benefits you should know about. MORE CLARK.COM CONTENT YOU MAY LIKE: ► clark.com/credit-cards/best-no-annual-fee-credit-cards/ ► clark.com/streaming-tv/t-mobile-netflix-account-sharing/ ► clark.com/credit/credit-score-needed-to-buy-car/ Clark.com: Advice You Can Trust: SUBSCRIBE ► NEWSLETTER ► Follow Us for More Money Tips: Website ► Podcast ► Twitter ► Clark Howard Instagram ► Clark Howard Facebook ► Clark Deals Facebook ► Clark Deals Instagram ► For the very best deals and money-saving shopping tips ► www.clarkdeals.com Need Consumer Advice? Need advice? The Consumer Action Center is a free community resource for advice on money and consumer issues. Call 636-49C-LARK (636-492-5275) and a member of Team Clark will assist you as soon as possible. The Consumer Action Center is available Monday-Friday from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. ET. If you found this video val

Big-box retailers face reduced profits amidst imminent recession.

Discounters and travel providers have seen strong demand from US consumers even as the prospect of a recession gets closer. But for the big-box retailers, times are likely to remain tough, according to S&P Global Ratings Retail and Restaurant Director, Diya Iyer. #SectorsUpclose #retail #News #Reuters #newsfeed #bigbox #recession #inflation Subscribe: Reuters brings you the latest business, finance and breaking news video from around the globe. Our reputation for accuracy and impartiality is unparalleled. Get the latest news on: Follow Reuters on Facebook: Follow Reuters on Twitter: Follow Reuters on Instagram: ... ( read more ) BREAKING: Recession News LEARN MORE ABOUT: Bank Failures REVEALED: Best Investment During Inflation HOW TO INVEST IN GOLD: Gold IRA Investing The retail industry is facing tough times as the world economy braces for an impending recession. Big-box retailers, in particular, are feeling the effects of the slowdown, w

Rules of the New IRA You Might Have Overlooked

You may have heard that the amount you can put in a 401(k) has been increased for 2023. But many of the headlines bury the big news: Roth IRA rules have changed as well. Clark shares the details you need to know. MORE CLARK.COM CONTENT YOU MAY LIKE: ► clark.com/save-money/best-time-to-buy-series-i-savings-bonds/ ► clark.com/save-money/i-bonds/ ► clark.com/personal-finance-credit/investing-retirement/how-to-open-a-roth-ira/ Clark.com: Advice You Can Trust: SUBSCRIBE ► NEWSLETTER ► Follow Us for More Money Tips: Website ► Podcast ► Twitter ► Clark Howard Instagram ► Clark Howard Facebook ► Clark Deals Facebook ► Clark Deals Instagram ► For the very best deals and money-saving shopping tips ► www.clarkdeals.com Need Consumer Advice? Need advice? The Consumer Action Center is a free community resource for advice on money and consumer issues. Call 636-49C-LARK (636-492-5275) and a member of Team Clark will assist you as soon as possible. The Consumer Action Center is

The Optimal Time to Invest in Your IRA

Also, when was your last contribution to your IRA? Clark explains the best time to fund this important retirement account . MORE CLARK.COM CONTENT YOU MAY LIKE: ► clark.com/personal-finance-credit/investing-retirement/roth-ira-vs-traditional-ira/ ► clark.com/personal-finance-credit/investing-retirement/how-to-find-missing-or-lost-retirement-accounts/ ► clark.com/save-money/how-much-of-each-paycheck-you-should-save-or-invest/ Clark.com: Advice You Can Trust: SUBSCRIBE ► NEWSLETTER ► Follow Us for More Money Tips: Website ► Podcast ► Twitter ► Clark Howard Instagram ► Clark Howard Facebook ► Clark Deals Facebook ► Clark Deals Instagram ► For the very best deals and money-saving shopping tips ► www.clarkdeals.com Need Consumer Advice? Need advice? The Consumer Action Center is a free community resource for advice on money and consumer issues. Call 636-49C-LARK (636-492-5275) and a member of Team Clark will assist you as soon as possible. The Consumer Action Center

Why the IMF Forecasts that 2023 will be Similar to a Recession

Global prices are surging for essentials like food, heating, transport and accommodation. And though a peak could be in sight, the International Monetary Fund is warning the effects may yet get worse. #News #Reuters #newsfeed #world #business #globaleconomy #recession #Ukrainecrisis #inflation #IMF Subscribe: Reuters brings you the latest business, finance and breaking news video from around the globe. Our reputation for accuracy and impartiality is unparalleled. Get the latest news on: Follow Reuters on Facebook: Follow Reuters on Twitter: Follow Reuters on Instagram: ... ( read more ) BREAKING: Recession News LEARN MORE ABOUT: Bank Failures REVEALED: Best Investment During Inflation HOW TO INVEST IN GOLD: Gold IRA Investing 2023 is expected to be a difficult year for the global economy, with the International Monetary Fund (IMF) warning that it will feel like a recession. While this might sound concerning, the reasons behind the prediction

Full Show: Stock Market Strategy in 2023 and Should You Start a New Business Now?

Clark dives into something that may be a major stressor in your life right now: the stock market. How bad are things and should you change your strategy? Also, Clark explores something that we often see in times of economic distress: new businesses growing out of the rubble of layoffs. Maybe it’s time for YOU to think about starting your own business. Plus, Christa shares your #AskClark questions and Clark gives his take. All this and more on the January 30, 2023, episode of The Clark Howard Show. 00-00 - Intro 00:58 - Stock Market Strategy in 2023 07:37 - Ask Clark - Buying/Selling a Farm 09:33 - Ask Clark - Ordering Checks Cheaper 11:54 - Ask Clark - Trip Insurance 14:52 - Should You Start a New Business Now? 19:54 - Ask Clark - HSA Beneficiary 21:53 - Ask Clark - Credit Frozen Working 24:29 - Ask Clark - Bad Loyalty Program MORE CLARK.COM CONTENT YOU MAY LIKE: ► clark.com/personal-finance-credit/investing-retirement/stock-market-down-sell-stay/ ► clark.com/personal-fi

New, Easier Way To Move Your Investments to Your New Job

Current 401(k) laws lead to tens of billions of dollars exiting retirement accounts every year when employees change jobs. Fidelity and Vanguard are part of a new organization attempting to solve the problem for workers. MORE CLARK.COM CONTENT YOU MAY LIKE: ► clark.com/personal-finance-credit/investing-retirement/fidelity-vs-vanguard-vs-schwab/ ► clark.com/personal-finance-credit/taxes/fidelity-turbotax-discount/ ► clark.com/personal-finance-credit/investing-retirement/10-best-investment-companies/ Clark.com: Advice You Can Trust: SUBSCRIBE ► NEWSLETTER ► Follow Us for More Money Tips: Website ► Podcast ► Twitter ► Clark Howard Instagram ► Clark Howard Facebook ► Clark Deals Facebook ► Clark Deals Instagram ► For the very best deals and money-saving shopping tips ► www.clarkdeals.com Need Consumer Advice? Need advice? The Consumer Action Center is a free community resource for advice on money and consumer issues. Call 636-49C-LARK (636-492-5275) and a member of T

Full Show: Clark Stinks! and Why Clark Loves Store Brands

It's time for "Clark Stinks!" Christa reads the latest "Clark Stinks!" submissions and Clark responds. Also, inflation has hit the supermarket hard and data shows that big brands are raising prices. But Clark has a fun challenge for you that can help save big bucks. All this and more on the November 18, 2022, episode of The Clark Howard Show. Note to our subscribers: We are celebrating Thanksgiving next week so no new full podcast episodes will publish. We will be back on November 28! We wish you a warm and safe Thanksgiving. We are grateful for you! 00:00 - Intro 02:20 - Clark Stinks - Drivers Training Certificate to Save on Auto Insurance 03:55 - Clark Stinks - Tires Warranties 05:03 - Clark Stinks - Zelle and Fraud 06:57 - Clark Stinks - Vanguard Does Not Have a HSA 07:55 - Clark Stinks - HSA Taxable After Death 09:12 - Clark Stinks - Kia and Hyundai Break ins 10:35 - Clark Stinks - Hearing Aids Prices 13:24 - Clark Stinks - Amazon Bargains 14:2

Full Show: New Series I Savings Bond Rates and Alarming Trends in Savings and Credit Card Debt

Series I Savings Bonds are a hot topic, and rates just changed. While one piece of the two-part rate is lower than it was during the last period, there's an interesting increase that gets Clark excited. Also, Americans are in a really bad place with the amount of money we're saving and high levels of credit card debt. How do your spending and saving habits compare? Plus, Christa shares your #AskClark questions and Clark gives his take. All this and more on the November 3, 2022, episode of The Clark Howard Show. 00:00 - Intro 01:29 - Series I Savings Bond Rates 08:01 - Ask Clark - Personalized PTO 10:31 - Ask Clark - Healthcare Coverage for Retirees 11:48 - Ask Clark - Home Insurance Subsidiary 13:40 - Alarming Trends in Savings and Credit Card Debt 20:12 - Ask Clark - Interest Charge from Credit Card Company 23:04 - Ask Clark - Chipotle Prices 25:09 - Ask Clark - Non-Qualified Deferred Compensation Plan MORE CLARK.COM CONTENT YOU MAY LIKE: ► clark.com/save-money/