Elizabeth O'Brien

Falling gasoline prices in June put a dent in the estimated cost of living adjustment, or COLA, to Social Security benefits for 2027.

The accounts can be a good way to fund a grandkid’s retirement, but there are better ways to save for college.

Coca-Cola and other “dividend kings” have a long history of increasing their payouts. Why they’re solid for income.

The rocket and AI company won’t have a big impact on the S&P 500, but it’s a sign of things to come.

Investors in index funds will soon own a sliver of SpaceX. Consider these moves if you’re worried it’s a bubble.

The program’s retirement trust fund will run dry sooner than previously forecast. What to know.

New research indicates that retirees may be overly conservative in retirement spending. How to plan.

Medicare Advantage is the privately run alternative to traditional, government-run Medicare. It now enrolls more than half of all beneficiaries.

For now, many older adults are stretching their budgets on the basics.

The program’s “trust fund” is going to run dry even sooner than expected. Here’s what to know.

The government’s guide to Medicare can you help with one of the more confusing choices: whether to buy Medigap coverage.

Costs for Medigap insurance are rising fast. Retirees have other options if it becomes unaffordable.

Accounts will be able to accept contributions beginning on July 4. “It’s free money,” one tax expert says.

The market’s reliance on AI stocks poses risk for retirees. Make these moves to protect yourself.

Workers socked away an average of 9.6% for retirement while employers kicked in another 4.8%, leading to a combined record 14.4% in 401(k) plans.

Longevity medicine is gaining traction: high-tech tests, drugs, and medical devices. What to know for your health—and how much it costs.

Consider preferred securities, international funds, and TIPS to ease the sting of bonds behaving badly again.