https://smartbudgethelp.com Smart Budget Help en-us https://smartbudgethelp.com/article/five9-insider-unloads-nearly-30-000-shares-what-to-know https://smartbudgethelp.com/article/five9-insider-unloads-nearly-30-000-shares-what-to-know 2026-06-21T03:36:46.226444+00:00 A Five9 insider recently sold close to 30,000 company shares. Here's what that transaction could mean for everyday investors. markets https://smartbudgethelp.com/article/can-dell-technologies-stock-reach-500-in-2025 https://smartbudgethelp.com/article/can-dell-technologies-stock-reach-500-in-2025 2026-06-21T03:36:45.712225+00:00 Dell's stock has been on investors' radar, but hitting $500 is a big ask. Here's what to consider. markets https://smartbudgethelp.com/article/how-to-reduce-taxes-on-required-minimum-distributions https://smartbudgethelp.com/article/how-to-reduce-taxes-on-required-minimum-distributions 2026-06-21T03:36:42.119861+00:00 RMDs are taxable, but smart strategies can shrink your bill. 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These seven software options offer solid accounting features that could save your small business time and money. business https://smartbudgethelp.com/article/rbc-trims-pics-price-target-but-stays-bullish-on-ai-margins https://smartbudgethelp.com/article/rbc-trims-pics-price-target-but-stays-bullish-on-ai-margins 2026-06-21T03:36:37.894977+00:00 RBC Capital lowered its price target on PicS N.V. but says AI-driven initiatives could help the company keep costs in check. markets https://smartbudgethelp.com/article/keel-infrastructure-s-rebrand-sparks-a-surprising-stock-rally https://smartbudgethelp.com/article/keel-infrastructure-s-rebrand-sparks-a-surprising-stock-rally 2026-06-21T03:36:37.114631+00:00 Keel Infrastructure rebranded and its stock surged past analyst price targets, catching Wall Street off guard. markets https://smartbudgethelp.com/article/how-ai-is-reshaping-crypto-security-for-everyday-users https://smartbudgethelp.com/article/how-ai-is-reshaping-crypto-security-for-everyday-users 2026-06-21T03:36:35.590519+00:00 Artificial intelligence is making blockchain security tools faster, cheaper, and more accessible than ever before. markets https://smartbudgethelp.com/article/europe-eyes-mica-2-0-with-focus-on-stablecoins-and-defi https://smartbudgethelp.com/article/europe-eyes-mica-2-0-with-focus-on-stablecoins-and-defi 2026-06-21T03:36:35.275841+00:00 The European Commission is opening the floor to feedback on updating MiCA, its crypto regulatory framework, with stablecoins and DeFi in the spotlight. markets https://smartbudgethelp.com/article/larry-mathis-financial-planning-buys-applied-materials-stock https://smartbudgethelp.com/article/larry-mathis-financial-planning-buys-applied-materials-stock 2026-06-21T03:36:33.414274+00:00 A financial planning firm picked up shares of Applied Materials, a major chipmaking equipment company. Here's what that move could mean. markets https://smartbudgethelp.com/article/living-off-dividends-at-73-how-to-squeeze-more-income-from-stocks https://smartbudgethelp.com/article/living-off-dividends-at-73-how-to-squeeze-more-income-from-stocks 2026-06-21T03:36:31.600444+00:00 A 73-year-old retiree living entirely on dividend income wants to know how to boost cash flow further — here's what the experts suggest. personal-finance https://smartbudgethelp.com/article/indiana-tops-housing-rankings-while-new-york-struggles https://smartbudgethelp.com/article/indiana-tops-housing-rankings-while-new-york-struggles 2026-06-21T03:36:30.714947+00:00 A new housing report card gives Indiana high marks for affordability and supply, while New York earns failing grades. personal-finance https://smartbudgethelp.com/article/national-vision-director-buys-50-000-shares-in-776k-vote-of-confidence https://smartbudgethelp.com/article/national-vision-director-buys-50-000-shares-in-776k-vote-of-confidence 2026-06-21T03:36:28.953754+00:00 A National Vision board member just put serious money where his mouth is, snapping up 50,000 shares worth roughly $776,000. markets https://smartbudgethelp.com/article/ubs-cuts-chewy-price-target-amid-macro-headwinds https://smartbudgethelp.com/article/ubs-cuts-chewy-price-target-amid-macro-headwinds 2026-06-21T03:36:26.798710+00:00 UBS lowered its price target on Chewy from $32 to $24, pointing to broader economic pressures weighing on the pet retailer. markets https://smartbudgethelp.com/article/bipartisan-commission-proposed-to-prevent-500-social-security-cuts https://smartbudgethelp.com/article/bipartisan-commission-proposed-to-prevent-500-social-security-cuts 2026-06-21T03:36:25.086153+00:00 A new legislative proposal would create a bipartisan panel to shore up Social Security and Medicare before looming benefit cuts hit retirees. personal-finance https://smartbudgethelp.com/article/how-to-budget-for-big-travel-adventures-in-retirement https://smartbudgethelp.com/article/how-to-budget-for-big-travel-adventures-in-retirement 2026-06-21T03:36:20.227287+00:00 Dream of exploring the world after you retire? Smart planning now means you won't have to choose between adventure and financial security. personal-finance https://smartbudgethelp.com/article/what-wall-street-analysts-really-think-about-arlo-technologies https://smartbudgethelp.com/article/what-wall-street-analysts-really-think-about-arlo-technologies 2026-06-21T03:36:19.220987+00:00 A look at how analysts are sizing up Arlo Technologies (ARLO) and what their ratings could mean for your portfolio. markets https://smartbudgethelp.com/article/trump-s-portfolio-has-an-overlooked-ai-stock-worth-watching https://smartbudgethelp.com/article/trump-s-portfolio-has-an-overlooked-ai-stock-worth-watching 2026-06-21T03:36:17.460862+00:00 Beyond SpaceX, Donald Trump's investment portfolio reportedly includes an under-the-radar AI stock that analysts say deserves more attention. markets https://smartbudgethelp.com/article/abbvie-close-to-10-9b-acquisition-of-apogee-therapeutics https://smartbudgethelp.com/article/abbvie-close-to-10-9b-acquisition-of-apogee-therapeutics 2026-06-21T03:36:16.218041+00:00 AbbVie is reportedly nearing a $10.9 billion deal to acquire Apogee Therapeutics, a move that would expand the pharma giant's pipeline. business https://smartbudgethelp.com/article/sporting-goods-retailer-files-for-chapter-11-bankruptcy-protection https://smartbudgethelp.com/article/sporting-goods-retailer-files-for-chapter-11-bankruptcy-protection 2026-06-21T03:36:13.123767+00:00 A well-known sporting goods chain has filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy, signaling more turbulence in the struggling retail sector. business https://smartbudgethelp.com/article/guarda-wallet-updates-usdt-on-tron-transaction-feature https://smartbudgethelp.com/article/guarda-wallet-updates-usdt-on-tron-transaction-feature 2026-06-21T03:36:12.385938+00:00 Guarda Wallet issued a correction to its June 2026 release about simplifying TRX requirements for USDT transactions on the Tron network. markets https://smartbudgethelp.com/article/xlf-etf-set-to-pay-0-19-quarterly-dividend-on-june-24 https://smartbudgethelp.com/article/xlf-etf-set-to-pay-0-19-quarterly-dividend-on-june-24 2026-06-21T03:36:12.385713+00:00 The Financial Select Sector SPDR Fund is distributing a $0.19 quarterly dividend to shareholders on June 24th. markets https://smartbudgethelp.com/article/niq-launches-ai-powered-cadence-platform-for-smarter-marketing https://smartbudgethelp.com/article/niq-launches-ai-powered-cadence-platform-for-smarter-marketing 2026-06-21T03:36:10.540694+00:00 NIQ Global Intelligence unveiled Cadence, an AI-driven platform designed to unify marketing data and streamline business decision-making. business https://smartbudgethelp.com/article/kennedy-center-delays-closure-but-holds-off-on-new-bookings https://smartbudgethelp.com/article/kennedy-center-delays-closure-but-holds-off-on-new-bookings 2026-06-21T03:36:10.321535+00:00 The Kennedy Center is postponing its planned renovation closure but isn't scheduling any new performances yet. business https://smartbudgethelp.com/article/pudgy-penguins-trading-cards-are-now-sold-at-target-stores https://smartbudgethelp.com/article/pudgy-penguins-trading-cards-are-now-sold-at-target-stores 2026-06-21T03:36:03.903623+00:00 The NFT brand Pudgy Penguins is hitting mainstream retail with its Vibes Series 3 trading cards now available at Target locations across the US. business https://smartbudgethelp.com/article/infamous-ethereum-sandwich-bot-loses-7-5m-in-exploit https://smartbudgethelp.com/article/infamous-ethereum-sandwich-bot-loses-7-5m-in-exploit 2026-06-21T03:36:03.903389+00:00 The bot behind 70% of Ethereum sandwich attacks got a taste of its own medicine, losing $7.5 million in an exploit. markets https://smartbudgethelp.com/article/how-the-sec-lost-its-bite-as-an-enforcement-agency https://smartbudgethelp.com/article/how-the-sec-lost-its-bite-as-an-enforcement-agency 2026-06-21T03:36:02.487137+00:00 Once feared by Wall Street wrongdoers, the SEC is now being weakened from within by its own commissioners. markets https://smartbudgethelp.com/article/keenan-llc-makes-7-48m-bet-on-mid-cap-etf-ijh https://smartbudgethelp.com/article/keenan-llc-makes-7-48m-bet-on-mid-cap-etf-ijh 2026-06-21T03:36:00.993859+00:00 Keenan LLC disclosed a $7.48 million position in the iShares Core S&P Mid-Cap ETF, signaling fresh institutional interest in mid-cap stocks. markets https://smartbudgethelp.com/article/qxo-wins-big-over-99-early-tender-for-topbuild-notes https://smartbudgethelp.com/article/qxo-wins-big-over-99-early-tender-for-topbuild-notes 2026-06-21T03:35:59.800431+00:00 QXO secured more than 99% early tender participation for TopBuild notes, signaling strong investor confidence in the deal. markets https://smartbudgethelp.com/article/is-ncino-stock-a-hidden-gem-among-shares-under-20 https://smartbudgethelp.com/article/is-ncino-stock-a-hidden-gem-among-shares-under-20 2026-06-21T03:35:58.501804+00:00 nCino (NCNO) is drawing attention as a sub-$20 stock with potential upside. Here's what investors should know. markets https://smartbudgethelp.com/article/28th-shanghai-film-festival-golden-goblet-award-winners-revealed https://smartbudgethelp.com/article/28th-shanghai-film-festival-golden-goblet-award-winners-revealed 2026-06-21T03:35:56.320916+00:00 The Shanghai International Film Festival announced its Golden Goblet Award winners at its 28th annual ceremony, celebrating global cinema. business https://smartbudgethelp.com/article/p-ter-magyar-reveals-timeline-for-delayed-asset-recovery-office https://smartbudgethelp.com/article/p-ter-magyar-reveals-timeline-for-delayed-asset-recovery-office 2026-06-21T03:35:55.407778+00:00 Hungarian opposition leader Péter Magyar has shared an updated timeline for when a long-delayed asset recovery office could finally begin operations. economy https://smartbudgethelp.com/article/is-altseason-dead-bitcoin-dominance-keeps-squeezing-altcoins https://smartbudgethelp.com/article/is-altseason-dead-bitcoin-dominance-keeps-squeezing-altcoins 2026-06-21T03:35:55.404522+00:00 Bitcoin's grip on crypto market share isn't loosening, raising real questions about whether traditional altcoin rallies are a thing of the past. markets https://smartbudgethelp.com/article/xlu-etf-set-to-go-ex-dividend-on-june-22nd https://smartbudgethelp.com/article/xlu-etf-set-to-go-ex-dividend-on-june-22nd 2026-06-21T03:35:54.593068+00:00 The Utilities Select Sector SPDR Fund has an upcoming ex-dividend date. Here's what income investors need to know. personal-finance https://smartbudgethelp.com/article/how-strategy-s-preferred-stock-strc-lost-its-dollar-peg https://smartbudgethelp.com/article/how-strategy-s-preferred-stock-strc-lost-its-dollar-peg 2026-06-21T03:35:45.264373+00:00 Strategy's preferred stock STRC collapsed below par value in a dramatic meltdown. Here's what happened and why it matters. markets https://smartbudgethelp.com/article/social-security-and-medicare-are-in-trouble-what-you-need-to-know https://smartbudgethelp.com/article/social-security-and-medicare-are-in-trouble-what-you-need-to-know 2026-06-21T03:35:44.201020+00:00 The latest trustees reports paint a worrying picture for two of America's biggest safety-net programs. Here's what it means for you. personal-finance https://smartbudgethelp.com/article/palm-coast-planning-board-greenlights-new-walmart-supercenter https://smartbudgethelp.com/article/palm-coast-planning-board-greenlights-new-walmart-supercenter 2026-06-21T03:35:42.977432+00:00 Palm Coast's planning board has approved plans for a new Walmart Supercenter, signaling fresh retail development for the Florida city. business https://smartbudgethelp.com/article/no-heirs-no-problem-how-this-couple-gives-their-wealth-away https://smartbudgethelp.com/article/no-heirs-no-problem-how-this-couple-gives-their-wealth-away 2026-06-21T03:35:41.792616+00:00 One couple with no heirs found purpose and happiness by donating their money to causes that matter. Here's what they learned. personal-finance https://smartbudgethelp.com/article/walmart-launches-anti-prime-day-deals-ahead-of-schedule https://smartbudgethelp.com/article/walmart-launches-anti-prime-day-deals-ahead-of-schedule 2026-06-21T03:35:41.297726+00:00 Walmart isn't waiting for Amazon's big sale to kick off its own rival deals event, jumping the gun with early discounts. personal-finance https://smartbudgethelp.com/article/dow-futures-react-as-iran-threatens-strait-of-hormuz https://smartbudgethelp.com/article/dow-futures-react-as-iran-threatens-strait-of-hormuz 2026-06-21T03:35:39.694987+00:00 Markets brace for volatility as Iran moves on a critical oil shipping lane, while Nvidia and SpaceX grab investor attention. markets https://smartbudgethelp.com/article/is-hyperliquid-hype-worth-buying-after-its-big-rally https://smartbudgethelp.com/article/is-hyperliquid-hype-worth-buying-after-its-big-rally 2026-06-21T03:35:38.103383+00:00 HYPE has surged recently, but is it a smart buy now or a classic case of chasing gains? Here's what to consider. markets https://smartbudgethelp.com/article/yum-brands-sells-pizza-hut-for-2-7-billion-what-it-means https://smartbudgethelp.com/article/yum-brands-sells-pizza-hut-for-2-7-billion-what-it-means 2026-06-21T03:35:28.394705+00:00 Yum! Brands is offloading Pizza Hut in a $2.7B deal, raising questions about the fast-food giant's long-term strategy. markets https://smartbudgethelp.com/article/long-corporate-bond-etfs-iglb-vs-vclt-compared https://smartbudgethelp.com/article/long-corporate-bond-etfs-iglb-vs-vclt-compared 2026-06-21T03:35:27.501421+00:00 Two popular long corporate bond ETFs go head-to-head. Here's what sets IGLB and VCLT apart for fixed-income investors. markets https://smartbudgethelp.com/article/afraid-to-spend-your-retirement-savings-here-s-how-to-cope https://smartbudgethelp.com/article/afraid-to-spend-your-retirement-savings-here-s-how-to-cope 2026-06-21T03:35:27.408796+00:00 Many retirees hold back on spending their savings out of fear. One strategy can help you enjoy retirement without the anxiety. personal-finance https://smartbudgethelp.com/article/the-simple-pledge-that-makes-your-financial-adviser-work-for-you https://smartbudgethelp.com/article/the-simple-pledge-that-makes-your-financial-adviser-work-for-you 2026-06-21T03:35:26.908765+00:00 A one-page fiduciary pledge could protect your money, yet most investors overlook it — and that gap is enabling widespread fraud. personal-finance https://smartbudgethelp.com/article/adma-biologics-faces-federal-lawsuit-over-alleged-revenue-inflation https://smartbudgethelp.com/article/adma-biologics-faces-federal-lawsuit-over-alleged-revenue-inflation 2026-06-21T03:35:24.300858+00:00 ADMA Biologics has been hit with a federal securities lawsuit alleging the company inflated its revenue figures, rattling investors. markets https://smartbudgethelp.com/article/ambarella-cfo-unloads-5-000-shares-what-it-means https://smartbudgethelp.com/article/ambarella-cfo-unloads-5-000-shares-what-it-means 2026-06-21T03:35:23.376495+00:00 Ambarella's CFO recently sold more than 5,000 company shares. Here's what insider selling like this typically signals for everyday investors. markets https://smartbudgethelp.com/article/texas-brothers-plead-guilty-to-8m-crypto-kidnapping-in-minnesota https://smartbudgethelp.com/article/texas-brothers-plead-guilty-to-8m-crypto-kidnapping-in-minnesota 2026-06-21T03:35:22.791080+00:00 Two Texas brothers admitted to holding a Minnesota family at gunpoint and forcing an $8 million crypto transfer. business https://smartbudgethelp.com/article/mda-space-acquires-blue-canyon-technologies-for-620m https://smartbudgethelp.com/article/mda-space-acquires-blue-canyon-technologies-for-620m 2026-06-21T03:35:21.282426+00:00 MDA Space is buying RTX-owned Blue Canyon Technologies in a $620M deal, expanding its footprint in the satellite and space systems market. business https://smartbudgethelp.com/article/advanced-medical-solutions-group-draws-new-form-8-3-filing https://smartbudgethelp.com/article/advanced-medical-solutions-group-draws-new-form-8-3-filing 2026-06-20T03:36:43.431059+00:00 A regulatory Form 8.3 disclosure has been filed on Advanced Medical Solutions Group, signaling notable shareholder interest activity. markets https://smartbudgethelp.com/article/trump-approval-rating-drops-in-a-key-swing-state https://smartbudgethelp.com/article/trump-approval-rating-drops-in-a-key-swing-state 2026-06-20T03:36:43.430535+00:00 A new poll shows Donald Trump's approval rating sliding in a critical swing state, signaling potential trouble ahead. economy