How To Make Smarter Money Decisions
Start The Year Off Learning & Earning
The beginning of the year is a great time to think about how to make smarter financial decisions in 2026. But with volatile interest rates, shifting markets, budgeting realities and rapid advances in AI technology, it can be hard to know how to best navigate your spending, saving, and investing—from major decisions such as buying a home or saving for retirement to everyday shopping. Join us January 28th at 12pm ET for a members-only panel moderated by Associate Editor Emma Waldman with clear, actionable guidance and a 101 of many of the new AI tools. This forward-looking discussion will help you navigate the year with confidence and clarity.
We’ll Discuss:
- Actionable money moves for the year ahead, from investing in an uncertain environment to managing debt and strengthening long‑term plans
- What’s really driving the 2026 financial landscape, including inflation trends, rate expectations and the signals that matter more than the headlines
- Clear, practical guidance to stay financially resilient, with expert insights on habits, strategies and trends to build your confidence
- How new technology (especially AI‑driven tools) is reshaping personal finance, and what consumers should embrace or approach with caution.
Speakers
Emma Waldman covers money, markets, and finance for Forbes. With more than a decade of editorial experience, she has published work on topics ranging from multigenerational collaboration and entrepreneurship to imposter syndrome. She has spoken on panels and podcasts hosted by organizations including the World Economic Forum, the OECD, and AARP. Prior to joining Forbes, she served as an editor with the Harvard Business Review.
