Sharon Epperson

New York

Senior Personal Finance Correspondent at CNBC

@CNBC Senior Personal Finance Correspondent. Appears @TodayShow @NBCNews @NBCNewsNow. Teaches @ColumbiaSIPA. Health & Wellness Advocate. @BAFOUND Ambassador

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Department of Labor changes retirement account guardrails

1 week ago | flipboard.com | Sharon Epperson

2 hours agoTrump says he will look into possible pardons for the men convicted of plotting to kidnap Michigan Gov. Gretchen WhitmerWhitmer, who met with Trump multiple times this year, once placed some of the blame for the plot on Trump's rhetoric. President Donald Trump said Wednesday he would look at pardoning the men convicted in a scheme to kidnap Michigan Gov. Gretchen Whitmer, and swiped at the legitimacy of the case, …3 hours agoA Missouri Town Was Solidly Behind Trump.
New college grads face tough job market

3 weeks ago | cnbc.com | Sharon Epperson

ShareShare Article via FacebookShare Article via TwitterShare Article via LinkedInShare Article via EmailNew college grads face tough job marketGraduates from the class of 2025 entering the labor force are facing a more challenging job market. The unemployment rate for recent grads reached 5.8% in March from 4.6% the same time a year ago. CNBC's senior personal finance correspondent shares the outlook and tips for new grads looking to get hired in a career position.
New grads face tough job market: Here's what to know

3 weeks ago | cnbc.com | Sharon Epperson

ShareShare Article via FacebookShare Article via TwitterShare Article via LinkedInShare Article via EmailNew grads face tough job market: Here's what to knowSurveys show job prospects for recent graduates are significantly down from a year ago. CNBC's Sharon Epperson joins 'Squawk Box' to report on the stress and opportunities facing new grads.
What to know about brain aneurysms to protect your health

4 weeks ago | cnbc.com | Sharon Epperson

ShareShare Article via FacebookShare Article via TwitterShare Article via LinkedInShare Article via EmailWhat to know about brain aneurysms to protect your healthCNBC's senior personal finance correspondent Sharon Epperson is a brain aneurysm survivor. She shares her experience and has tips for how to protect your physical and financial health.
Student loan default collection restarting

1 month ago | cnbc.com | Sharon Epperson

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Upper-income consumers stressed: Here's why

1 month ago | cnbc.com | Sharon Epperson

Americans earning six figures or more a year have kept consumer spending strong, but there are increasing signs that upper-income consumers may be pulling back on their spending and investing. CNBC's Sharon Epperson joins 'Squawk Box' with more on where the signs of stress are for high earners.
With time running out, here are some tax tips for last-minute filers

1 month ago | cnbc.com | Sharon Epperson

Still haven't filed your taxes? With less than 24 hours until the April 15 tax deadline, time is running out to file your 2024 federal tax return or request an extension. It also may be your last chance to claim a refund on a prior year's return. Nearly one-third of Americans admit they procrastinate when it comes to filing their taxes, according to a survey of more than 1,000 U.S. tax filers from IPX1031, an investment property exchange service.
73% of Americans are financially stressed. Two-thirds say tariff concerns are the source: CNBC survey

1 month ago | cnbc.com | Stephanie Dhue |Sharon Epperson

Americans are growing increasingly uneasy about the state of the U.S. economy and their own personal financial situation in the face of stubborn inflation and tariff wars. To that point, 73% of respondents said they are "financially stressed," with 66% of that group pointing to the tariff wars as a main source, according to a new CNBC/Survey Monkey online poll. The survey of 4,200 U.S. adults was conducted April 3 to 7.
73% of Americans are financially stressed

1 month ago | cnbc.com | Sharon Epperson

ShareShare Article via FacebookShare Article via TwitterShare Article via LinkedInShare Article via Email73% of Americans are financially stressedAmericans are feeling the squeeze of the market downturn and higher prices. CNBC senior personal finance correspondent Sharon Epperson at the results of a CNBC/SurveyMonkey online poll measuring how people are feeling about their personal financial situations.
3 strategies to keep your money safe amid market volatility

2 months ago | cnbc.com | Sharon Epperson |Stephanie Dhue

Stock markets in the U.S. and around the globe have dropped since last week when President Donald Trump introduced tariffs on most imports. The selloff is causing some Americans to rethink their financial investments, despite financial advisor recommendations to stay the course. Money flowed in and out just 0.10% of 401(k) balances overall last week, according to data from Alight Solutions, which administers company 401(k) plans.