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A recent report found that a majority of grades given out at Harvard were A’s. Professors will vote on a proposal to limit the number to around 20 percent. By Mark Arsenault Harvard undergraduates ...

The typical American worker is entering later life with far less put away than many experts say is needed for a secure retirement, according to a new analysis that shows gaps in savings, access to ...

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Borrowing is an important part of a long-term financial plan, whether it's for an education or a place to call home. But taking on debt comes at a cost. Total consumer debt in the U.S. hit a record ...

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U.S. consumers average about $6,519 in credit card debt, with the highest balances among those with prime credit scores. The overall amount of credit card debt in the U.S. has increased $24 billion in ...

When it comes to retirement, most of us want to know where we stand compared to our friends and co-workers. The good news is that 401(k) contribution rates have reached a record high, according to ...