Kiplinger's Personal Finance Magazine - May 2023

In this issue

BERKSHIRE’S BUYS AND (MOSTLY) SELLS
What is the Oracle of Omaha investing in (or not investing in) these days? A look at Berkshire Hathaway’s SEC filings reveals... a clear trend.

GOOD NEWS ABOUT PAYING FOR COLLEGE
With fewer students entering college, some schools are freezing or even cutting tuition—although higher education still isn’t cheap. Fortunately, you can take advantage of a variety of smart ways to save and get help with the cost.

HOLDING DOWN RETIREE DRUG COSTS

Legislation enacted in 2022 could eventually reduce overall prescription drug prices, too.

3 mins

RECESSION FORECAST: BRIEF AND MILD

The economy may already be in a downturn, but the jobs market will remain strong.

2 mins

FIGHTING BACK AGAINST JUNK FEES

In his State of the Union address in February, President Biden talked about efforts to eradicate junk fees and his administration’s proposed Junk Fees Prevention Act.

2 mins

Give Your Portfolio a Spring Cleaning

As the market evolves with the economy, it’s time to reevaluate and reorganize your investments. Consider our favorite actively managed funds.

10+ mins

Berkshire's Buys and (Mostly) Sells

ORACLE OF OMAHA | Warren Buffett seems to have soured on financial stocks and semiconductors.

4 mins

Our Picks Rebound With the Market's Turnaround

THE KIPLINGER ESG 20 UPDATE | Recoveries in tech and alternative energy bode well for some of our environmental, social and governance standouts.

2 mins

Invest in the Metaverse?

ETF SPOTLIGHT

1 min

GOOD NEWS ABOUT PAYING FOR COLLEGE

Tuition hikes are slowing as schools brace for declining enrollment. But college is still a major investment. Here's how to prepare no matter your child's age.

10+ mins

Guiding You to a Secure Retirement

Use the redesigned Social Security statement to maximize your benefits.

9 mins

What You Need to Know About Indexes

There are millions out there. But these seven cover much of the investing landscape.

4 mins

How to Drive Down the Cost of an Auto Loan

For starters, stand firm on how much you can afford to spend.

4 mins

HOW TO DEAL WITH TURBULENT TRAVEL

When your flight is canceled or there's no rental car for you, know the rules and your rights.

10+ mins

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