The theme song for the exchange-traded fund industry could very well be Frank Sinatra’s “It Was a Very Good Year,” as the industry hit $1.25 trillion annually in assets through November, faster than any other…

A recall of 5-ounce holiday bark products sold at Aldi stores across the country has been expanded amid concerns the treats may contain undeclared allergens, including pecans and wheat, according to the Food and Drug Administration. Silvestri Sweets issued a voluntary recall of its Choceur-branded Cookie Butter Holiday Bark over…

Dougal Waters/Getty Images Key takeaways First-time car buyer programs offer flexible qualification requirements and other incentives to make it easier for those with little or no credit history to finance their first car purchase. These programs typically have eligibility criteria such as being at least 18 years old, providing proof…

An IRA is one of the most popular ways to invest for retirement. Not only are you saving for your future, but you’re getting a generous tax advantage to do it. And you can open an account online in just a few minutes. One of the best opportunities for amassing…

PBNJ Productions/ Getty Images; Illustration by Austin Courregé/Bankrate Key takeaways Several emergency loan types, including personal loans and credit card advances, can fund urgent needs quickly — in some cases within one business day. Payday loans and title loans should be used as a last resort since they come with…