America’s middle class is weary. After nearly five years of high prices, many middle-class earners thought life would be more affordable by now. Costs for goods and services are 25% above where they ...

Fewer middle-income Americans think their finances will improve next year, a stark signal that household optimism is buckling under higher prices. A new study finds only 21% expect to be better off, ...

Inflation reached a 40-year high of 9.1% in June 2022, according to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS). While prices have stabilized since then, the cost of living hasn’t gotten any lower. Some ...

The concept of being middle class in America has shifted dramatically. What used to guarantee a comfortable lifestyle now barely covers basic expenses in many areas. With rising costs, changing ...

Many life milestones feel out of reach for the middle class, a big indicator that things are shifting. Here's what it could mean for your financial future, and what you can do to prepare.