Money
On Medicare? Protect your identity
What's in seniors' wallets? Most likely, a Medicare card that leaves them vulnerable to scams and fraud. Full Article
As camp prices soar, so do adventurous options
Ah, summer. While warmer weather may still feel far off for most Americans, for parents, now's the time to book camp. New options range far and wide. Full Article
Medicare cost shifting: Next worry for seniors
Seniors can breathe easier now that Social Security benefit cuts are no longer on the table. But the other shoe hasn't dropped yet. Full Article
Betting against the buck easier said than done
The U.S. dollar has been taking it on the chin of late, but the even worse news is that there's not much individual investors can do about it right now. Full Article
One-hour class could cut dropout rate
In an experiment, first-generation students who attended a "diversity education" panel subsequently earned higher grades. Full Article
Today's jumbo mortgage-sized dreams
For buyers looking at luxury properties that require jumbo mortgages, 2014 is already a banner year because rates are now almost on par with conventional mortgages - or sometimes even lower. Full Article
Reuters Money Tweets
Markets
- U.S.
- Europe
- Asia
- Sectors
DOW | 16,362.84 | +90.19 | +0.55% |
S&P; 500 | 1,864.81 | +10.52 | +0.57% |
NASDAQ | 4,335.29 | +16.35 | +0.38% |
TR US Index | 170.76 | +0.87 | +0.51% |
Sector Summary
Energy | +0.82% |
Basic Materials | +0.24% |
Industrials | +0.49% |
Cyclical Goods & Services | +0.34% |
Non-Cyclical Goods & Services | +0.53% |
Financials | +0.40% |
Healthcare | +0.57% |
Technology | +0.27% |
Telecoms | +0.13% |
Utilities | +0.54% |