Mallika Mitra

Economists are banking on Wall Street to reveal the true state of the American wallet. JPMorgan Chase, the largest US lender, will report earnings today, kicking off a parade of bank earnings throughout the week. While the figures will be closely watched ... See more

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The Federal Reserve has its work cut out for it figuring out this job market. Bureau of Labor Statistics data released Friday showed 50,000 jobs added in December, fewer than economists had expected. That caps off the worst year for hiring since 2020. Whi... See more

5 steps you can take now to make filing taxes easier and get your refund sooner Whether you owe Uncle Sam money or you’re receiving a tax refund, filing your taxes can be stressful. Not only do you need to have all your paperwork on hand, but you also nee... See more

Your Home Equity Could Be the Secret to Getting Out of Debt When you’re crunching the numbers to figure out how to pay off debt, you may be overlooking a major source of help: your home. Borrowing against your home equity — or the difference between how m... See more