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Middle East war live: US to ease Russian oil sanctions as energy prices soar Financial TimesTrump Removes Sanctions on Russia to Help Oil Flow Amid Iran Conflict The New York TimesU.S. allows temporary purchases of Russian oil already at sea to stabilize energy markets CNBCOil drops after US issues license for countries to buy Russian oil stranded at sea for 30 days Reuters
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Both sides trade strikes and threats as the Iran war approaches the two-week mark ReutersIran war live: Trump says war going ‘well' as Gulf under wave of attacks Al JazeeraWhat we know on the 14th day of the US and Israel's war with Iran CNNShip attacks in Gulf intensify as Israel launches new strikes in Lebanon BBC
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Dow Dives 700 Points As Brent Oil Prices Surge Above $100 A Barrel; Three Leaders To Watch Investor's Business DailyOil Markets Brace for Lasting Turmoil in the Gulf WSJFive reasons oil prices won't snap back from Iran war PoliticoLive: The Latest: Crude oil hits $100 a barrel as Iran vows to keep fighting after 6,000 US airstrikes The Seattle Times
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U.S. Air Force refueler crashes in Iraq while supporting Iran war The Washington PostLoss of U.S. KC-135 Over Iraq U.S. Central Command Press Release View centcom.milMiddle East crisis live: rescue effort under way after US refuelling plane with five onboard crashes in Iraq The GuardianUS Air Force refueling aircraft lost over Iraq, carrying at least five crew, source says CNN
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S&P 500 futures are flat ahead of key inflation data; traders monitor oil prices and Iran war: Live updates CNBCS&P 500 Slumps in Worst Day Since War Began The New York TimesDow tumbles more than 700 points as oil jumps, closing at new 2026 low under 47,000: Live updates CNBCStocks Sell Off as Economic Risks of Iran War Build WSJ
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Personal values play an important role in many aspects of our lives and have become more prominent recently in how we think about and manage our finances. More and more investors are asking how they can support the causes they care about through their financial decision-making.
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Charles Schwab's latest Modern Wealth Survey found that 69% of Americans say that supporting causes they care most about is a top consideration when it comes to their financial decisions. If you count yourself among them, consider starting with a financial plan to ensure you stay on track toward your long-term goals while also staying true to your personal values.
Define your saving and spending goals
The best way to start is by translating your dreams into concrete financial goals. Identify your most important goals and commit to saving toward each. Write things down so you can build confidence, stay focused and refine your plan over time while prioritizing both your own financial wellness and the greater good.
For example, we recently had a client looking for ways to maximize her charitable donations with a limited budget. After pinpointing the causes that she connected with most - the environment and medical research - we laid out a three-year charitable-giving budget. This helped her stay on track with her long-term plan while mixing in creative ways to give back, including ongoing gifts through a donor-advised fund supporting cancer research and volunteering for weekend river cleanups.
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