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The net worth of your network: How connections lead to money

Six in 10 Americans believe that the strength of their connections is key to success, from career advancement to pay and promotions, according to Empower research. How is each generation using their network to find success and money opportunities?

Pursuit of PTO: Half of Americans feel tied to their emails on vacation

Discover how employees view and value paid time off (PTO) and the impact of PTO policies on job decisions, according to Empower research.

Are weddings priceless? As costs rise, half of people hope to skip the invite

More than 2 in 5 Americans (42%) don’t think a wedding is worth the splurge, according to Empower research. Here's how people are approaching weddings in 2024.

Buckle up: Nearly 60% of Americans keeping cars longer to save money

Empower research finds that nearly a third of drivers say their car payment is one of their biggest expenses, and a look at the car scene can give a view into why.

52% of Americans say "cash is king"

As digital wallets and contactless payments become more popular, Empower research finds 52% of Americans say "cash is king," and nearly a third carry it every day (27%).

The Big Shrink

Empower research explores how pricing pressures are squeezing household budgets and savings.

Time is Money

It's a race against the clock: Empower research unveils how Americans value their time in pursuit of financial goals and retirement – and what it's worth to achieve the good life.

Over 1 in 5 Americans have no emergency savings

Are Americans prepared for a financial emergency? Many, it turns out, are not. An Empower study reveals 21% of Americans have no emergency savings and 37% couldn’t afford an emergency expense over $400.

Most Americans will pay a high price for peace of mind

Empower research shows more than half of Americans are willing to pay a high price for financial peace of mind (56%): in fact, 1 in 5 say they’d be willing to take on debt for items or services that help them achieve it (19%).

Coining a legacy: How Americans plan to leave their mark

Nearly half of younger adults consider leaving an inheritance as a marker of financial success. Here’s why more people should be thinking about it.

Nearly 2 in 5 Americans say their pets make them more financially responsible

Learn how pets influence Americans’ financial choices, how much they spend on animal care, and what they’d sacrifice for their furry friends, according to Empower research.

Dreamscrolling

Americans spend 2.5 hours a day "Dreamscrolling" – looking at dream purchases they’d like to one day own - and it's motivating them to reach financial goals, according to Empower research.