Although the energy sector has generally struggled this year, Valero Energy (VLO) has been one of the clear outliers. As the ...

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Only 6% of US exchange-traded funds surveyed anticipated any capital gains distribution in 2025, and just 2% expected amounts above 1% of net asset value. The 10 largest distributions were mainly tied ...

A main benefit of 401(k) plans and individual retirement accounts is the ability to delay taxes on contributions and investment gains. However, you can’t avoid the tax man forever. “Once you reach a ...

Roth IRAs are exempt from RMDs, allowing lifelong investment growth without mandatory withdrawals. Inherited Roth IRAs must be fully withdrawn within 10 years if the owner died after 2019. Withdrawals ...

If you inherit an IRAs, you may need to take required minimum distributions (RMDs). Spouses may delay RMDs or opt for life expectancy payouts; others face stricter timelines. Non-spouse heirs ay need ...

This study examined the relationship between the Monetary Policy Rate (MPR) and inflation across five continents from 2014 to 2023 using both Frequentist and Bayesian Linear Mixed Models (LMM). It ...

Following a major fire at a PG&E substation, restoration efforts are underway to reconnect affected customers in San Francisco. The utility emphasizes safety, ongoing communication... Power quality ...

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With continued uncertainty in Washington and renewed geopolitical tensions abroad, many investors are growing uneasy as high-flying tech stocks face mounting headwinds toward year-end. Regardless of ...