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Walmart Keeps Fan-Favorite Status as Shoppers Tighten Purse Strings

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Despite concerns ahead of the busiest season for retailers, projections show Americans are ready to open their wallets.

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Healthcare

Abbott Breaks into Lucrative Cancer Screening Market with $21 Billion Exact Sciences Purchase

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Earlier this month, Exact reported a record $851 million in third-quarter revenue, which included $666 million from its screening business.

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Real Estate

Sun Belt Housing Market too Hot to Touch for First-Time Buyers

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Aided by falling mortgage rates and a relative glut of supply, home buyers are starting to see the market tip in their favor in the Midwest.

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Advisor Upside

Private Assets in 401(k)s Add Modest Value: Morningstar

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The most significant benefits went to savers with bigger balances and higher contribution rates.

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Advisor Upside

Financial advisor news, market insights, and practice management essentials.

How Financial Planning Can Help Treat the ‘Financial Toxicity’ of Cancer

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Why Is the Job Market so Tough for Younger Workers?

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More Adult Children Are Supporting Their Parents. It May Cost Them in Retirement

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