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In an era of economic unpredictability and tight margins, chief financial officers are under mounting pressure to do more with less. Nearly half of C-suite executives have considered budget cuts for their own departments amid macroeconomic challenges. At the same time, financial risks are rising. A found that 79% of organizations were targeted by payment fraud attempts in 2024. For CFOs, the challenge is clear: reduce costs without compromising security or long-term growth.

Today is the day to celebrate big, juicy, gooey cheeseburgers. Sept. 18 is National Cheeseburger Day, not to be confused with National Double Cheeseburger Day (yes, that is a thing, according to the National Day Calendar website). To mark the occasion, there are deals to be had. As always, they are subject to participation, so you should confirm that a location is taking part in the promotion. Applebee’s: One of three Classic Handcrafted Burgers and Classic Fries for $8.99.

As a vegan, Joan Jett doesn't want to get a "Bad Reputation" for eating pizza with cheese made from dairy. So that's why she's demanding that Domino's finally get with the program and add vegan cheese to its menu. Jett sent a letter on PETA's behalf to Russell J. Weiner, the CEO of Domino's, ahead of her performance Thursday night at Pine Knob Music Theatre in Clarkston, Michigan. The venue is about 90 minutes from the company's headquarters in Ann Arbor.

You’d think millionaires splurge without a second thought, but the reality is often far different. While some spend recklessly, many are more mindful, investing deliberately where it matters most and avoiding unnecessary expenses that don’t add real value. Adopting principles that build long-term wealth is beneficial regardless of income or net worth, as these habits focus on control, growth and stability. And who better to learn principles of wealth building than the financially successful?

Cheap Trick has announced a new set of fall tour dates. The latest additions to the Rock & Roll Hall of Famers' schedule start Oct. 12 in Oxford, Alabama, with the band playing shows in New York, New Jersey, Massachusetts, Pennsylvania, Arizona, California, and more before wrapping their tour on Dec. 7 in Waukee, Iowa. A ticket presale begins Wednesday at 10 a.m. local time, with tickets going on sale to the general public Friday at 10 a.m. local time.

Every American knows how critical their credit score is. Or at least, they should. A high score unlocks a whole host of financial opportunities: Lower car payments, cheaper mortgages, or even approval for that new rental apartment or job you’ve been eyeing. But here's something you may not know: Some parts of the country are doing better than others when it comes to boosting credit scores, reports Current, a consumer fintech banking platform.

Staying motivated to save for an upcoming vacation with friends or a wedding may be easier than doing so for a far-off goal like retirement, since you’ll soon get to enjoy the fruits of your labor. But a key part of a strong financial plan is the ability to prioritize short-, medium and long-term goals and save for them simultaneously.

When you’re hit with a surprise cost like a car repair or medical bill, waiting for payday can be challenging. But sometimes, you don’t have to. Enter earned wage access (EWA), which goes by numerous nicknames — on-demand pay, daily pay, instant pay, same-day pay, instant payroll, and accrued wage access among them — and allows you to snag the money you’ve earned early. Some companies offer EWA as a company perk, but there are also third-party services that bring it directly to consumers.

Pop quiz: Do you know how hard your money is working for you? It’s very possible you don’t — at least in the case of the interest rate on your savings account. Consider that in an era when many higher-yielding savings products are offering around 4% on your cash, the industry average for savings accounts is actually significantly lower — 0.59%, according to the latest figures from financial information site Bankrate.

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