Friday - Clark Stinks day! Christa shares Clark Stinks posts with Clark. Submit yours at Clark.com/ClarkStinks.  Also today - Is booking travel a smart idea right now? Airfares are surging with the price of jet fuel since hostilities began. Clark shares smart strategies to help you book for less.

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Today - Clark takes aim at the "monster mega banks" and explains why they are often the worst place for your investment dollars. Major banks are rebranding branches to capture more consumer assets, yet these institutions often lack a fiduciary duty to their clients. You’ve got lower-cost alternatives to help you get ahead.   Also, Clark shares an important message for grandparents or anyone who loves and cares about a grandparent -  a heartfelt reminder to protect those who have spent a lifetime building their savings, from going broke in their later years. 

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How Oil Price Shocks Impact the Market & AI Isn’t Killing Jobs—It’s Burning Us Out

As we face one of the largest oil supply disruptions in history, Wes Moss explores how geopolitical shocks in the Middle East impact your wallet and the stock market, while reinforcing why long-term longevity beats market timing every time. Also, a new crisis is emerging in the workplace – AI-driven burnout. Contrary to fears of job loss, recent data across 443 million work hours suggests that AI tools are actually expanding our workdays and increasing weekend labor. Wes discusses why the real risk of the tech revolution isn't a lack of work, but rather the challenge of balancing an "always-on" culture where every task is now achievable.

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Plus, Christa shares your #AskWes questions and Wes gives his take. All this and more on the March 17, 2026, Ask an Advisor episode of the Clark Howard podcast. Submit your questions at clark.com/ask.

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Finally profitable again, the auto insurance industry has developed a renewed sense of competition for customers. Clark shares guidelines for finding companies big on customer service and value.  Also,  Americans are saving big bucks through “no spending” trends, and switching retailers. Thrift-centered businesses like Goodwill and Dollar Tree are thriving across all demographics. Clark admits he was wrong about Dollar Tree’s decision to move past its signature $1 price point, explaining how the transition to a multi-price range has elevated the brand across the country.

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Friday - Clark Stinks day! Christa shares Clark Stinks posts with Clark. Submit yours at Clark.com/ClarkStinks.  Also today - as college costs level off due to a competitive marketplace, more institutions are finding creative ways to attract students – including offering tuition-free degrees. Clark shares resources to help you find these opportunities!

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Today - The growing "unretirement" trend reveals that nearly half of retirees who return to the workforce do so out of financial necessity rather than choice. Clark shares several considerations and strategies for retirement planning. Later - you may have seen ads for online memberships for medical tests that will give you insights into your health. But will your information be protected? How important is medical privacy to your financial life? Because federal and state laws are often silent on these specific privacy standards, Clark suggests a unique, cautious approach.

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Should You Dump U.S. Stocks for International? & Top Retirement Number To Watch in 2026

With international stocks outperforming the S&P 500 recently, many investors are asking the same question: Is it time to pivot overseas? Before you overhaul your portfolio, learn why you might already have more international exposure than you think. Also, Wes revisits the most important metric for your financial peace of mind in 2026: The Rich Ratio. Retirement isn't about the total size of your nest egg; it’s about the "margin" between what you have and what you need. We explain how to calculate your ratio in under 60 seconds and why "financial richness" is often achieved more quickly by lowering your "needs"—specifically by tackling "big rocks" like your mortgage. Whether your ratio is currently above or below 1.0, this simple math will provide a clear roadmap for your retirement security.

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Plus, Christa shares your #AskWes questions and Wes gives his take. All this and more on the March 10, 2026, Ask an Advisor episode of the Clark Howard podcast. Submit your questions at clark.com/ask.

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In today’s episode - We all have to buy groceries. So how do you find big savings? Clark has hard data on where the cheapest supermarket prices can be found. Also - Rising baggage fees are changing the math on airline cards. Clark shares an update and new recommendations for travel credit cards. 

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Friday - Clark Stinks day! Christa shares Clark Stinks posts with Clark. Submit yours at Clark.com/ClarkStinks.  Also today -  if you have been considering doing a renovation or adding an ADU to your home - is now the right time?  There’s been a general shift in the market. 

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Today, Clark explains the confusion around how various interest rates are set, from savings & CDs, to credit cards and car loans. He explores the "K-shaped" economy, where a flood of cash into savings and CDs drives down returns – even at online banks, and how the "convenience trap" can cost consumers thousands on all kinds of loans. Also, good news at the grocery store: the "store brand revolution" is working. After years of price hikes, name brand giants are finally slashing prices on snacks to win back customers.

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