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business4 hours ago•9 min saved

Can Trump's Baby Savings Plan Deliver for America's Kids?

BBC reports on the launch of Trump Accounts, a new US children’s savings scheme offering a $1,000 starter for babies born 2025–2028 and up to $5,000 yearly contributions, invested in a low-cost index fund; while officials say it expands stock ownership for kids, critics say it’s too complex and may mainly help relatively well-off families; as of launch, about six million families had signed up and deposits reached around $125 million, with projected outcomes ranging from roughly $6,000 by 18 with no further contributions to potentially $271,000 with max annual input.

via BBC|

#business #education-funding #personal-finance

politics4 hours ago•7 min saved

White House: Americans Pledge $125M to Trump Accounts in Five Days

The White House says Americans have invested about $125 million in Trump Accounts in the first five days since their July 4 launch. Trump Accounts are investment accounts for children born 2025–2028, with the U.S. Treasury pledging to deposit $1,000 per child. Donors include SpaceX president Gwynne Shotwell (and her husband), Dell CEO Michael Dell and his wife, Ray Dalio and his wife, Altimeter Capital’s Brad Gerstner, and Nicki Minaj; companies like Goldman Sachs, Micron, and Bank of America have also announced contributions. The push has attracted attention as a major early showing of private funding for the program.

via Business Insider|

#child-investment-accounts #dell-family #gwynne-shotwell

politics21 hours ago•12 min saved

Parents Weigh Skepticism Over Trump-Backed Kids Accounts

Trump Accounts offer $1,000 seed money for children through a government-backed program, but many parents remain cautious about scams and political risk. Financial advisers say to take the funds and pair them with other savings vehicles like 529 plans or Roth IRAs, noting the accounts convert to a Traditional IRA at age 18 and that donors may add money in some cases. The program’s projected cost to taxpayers could be around $15 billion through 2034.

via HuffPost|

#child-investment #financial-advisors #government-seed-money

business1 day ago•18 min saved

SpaceX stock gift to 2 million kids could turn into a future fortune

Gwynne Shotwell announced she and her husband would donate one share of SpaceX stock to each of more than two million children via Trump Accounts, focusing on 11-to‑17‑year‑olds in lower-income areas. At about $150 a share at the time, the donation was worth roughly $296 million, though the future value depends on SpaceX’s performance and market sentiment. President Trump praised the move. While a single share per child isn’t life‑changing by itself, it gives millions of youngsters an early stake in SpaceX, with potential upside if the stock appreciates over time.

via Yahoo Finance|

#business #gwynne-shotwell #spacex

economy1 day ago•21 min saved

Trump Accounts: The Real Math Behind a Kid's IRA

24/7 Wall St. analyzes the Trump Accounts (530A) program—a government seed of $1,000 per child plus private philanthropy—that has opened millions of accounts and could theoretically reach about $13 million by age 55 with 18 years of $5,000 annual contributions and strong stock returns. Realistically, with smaller contributions (e.g., $50/month) and average market performance, a child might reach tens of thousands by 18 and $500k–$600k by 55 if left untouched. The article notes the tax treatment (earnings taxed as ordinary income, withdrawals taxed, with 529 plans or custodial Roth IRAs often being better), the potential risk of a child gaining full control at 18, and highlights philanthropic commitments (Dell, Micron, Dalio) that boost the program.

via 24/7 Wall St.|

#530a #economy #retirement-savings

politics2 days ago•7 min saved

Trump Applauds SpaceX Stock Gift to Trump Accounts Benefiting Millions of Children

President Trump publicly thanked SpaceX president Gwynne Shotwell and her husband for donating SpaceX stock to Trump Accounts, a tax-advantaged program seeded with Treasury funds to help more than 2 million American children in lower-income areas; the gift was valued at roughly $296–325 million depending on SpaceX’s share price, with Shotwell noting it would fund stock gifts for each eligible child and making her one of the program’s largest individual donors; Elon Musk’s donation status was not confirmed.

via Business Insider|

#gwynne-shotwell #politics #spacex

economy3 days ago•8 min saved

Opening a Baby Trump Account: how the $1,000 government gift works and why it matters

Author Mia de Graaf documents opening a Trump Account for her newborn—a government-backed savings vehicle that grants a $1,000 contribution and can host additional private deposits. Sign-up involves InvestAmerica.org, an IRS Trump Accounts portal, ID.me verification, and a 4547 form; the initial $1,000 is invested in SPYM and can’t be touched until the child turns 18. Experts say such accounts can foster a future-focused mindset, but families should still prioritize debt repayment and emergency savings. The author plans to hold off on extra contributions for now while taking advantage of the government money.

via Business Insider|

#child-savings-accounts #economy #government-contribution

business3 days ago•8 min saved

Trump’s Pitch Sparks Dell Stock Rally Amid AI Boom

President Trump urged Americans to buy Dell computers, sending Dell stock up as much as 9% intraday and finishing about 4% higher; the White House highlighted Michael and Susan Dell’s $6.25 billion contribution to the Trump Accounts as part of a broader Trump Effect fueling a rally driven by strong earnings and AI demand. Dell reported a record $43.8 billion in revenue last quarter, up 88% year over year; the piece notes other Trump Accounts pledges from SpaceX (2 million shares) and investments by Intel, Micron, Nvidia, and Trump’s own stock purchases.

via Business Insider|

#ai #business #dell

finance3 days ago•3 min saved

Trump Accounts Go Live: Free $1,000 for Newborns Spurs Georgia Savings Debate

Trump Accounts are live, offering a $1,000 federal deposit for babies born in 2025–2028 and allowing up to $5,000 in after-tax contributions annually. The accounts are opened via IRS Form 4547 with a partner firm and, for holders who reach 18, convert to a traditional IRA. If a child doesn’t qualify for the $1,000, traditional savings options like a child IRA, a 529 plan, or a brokerage account may be more advantageous. The Dell Foundation has pledged billions in support, with estimates of additional funds for Atlanta families; experts recommend weighing long-term goals (education, housing, retirement) and consulting financial professionals before choosing the best path for a child’s savings.

via USA Today|

#529-plan #baby-savings #finance

business4 days ago•6 min saved

Ultra‑wealthy donors rally to fund Trump Accounts for kids

The Trump Accounts program launched on July 4 with rules allowing up to $5,000 per child per year from parents (plus $2,500 from employers) and a $1,000 government seed for births 2025–2028; withdrawals begin at age 18. High‑profile donors—Michael and Susan Dell, Ray and Barbara Dalio, Brad Gerstner, Harold Hamm, Nicki Minaj, and Gwynne Shotwell—are pledging substantial contributions, often by ‘adopting’ states and targeting low‑income ZIP codes. SpaceX’s Gwynne Shotwell announced stock donations for more than 2 million children, and Elon Musk’s contribution has not yet been disclosed. The aim is to foster financial literacy and wealth-building for the next generation.

via Business Insider|

#business #education-savings-account #philanthropy

business4 days ago•2 min saved

SpaceX President Donates $320 Million in Stock to Trump Accounts for Kids

SpaceX president Gwynne Shotwell will donate about $320 million worth of SpaceX Class A stock to Trump Accounts serving more than 2 million children, largely in Texas; the gift equals roughly one-fifth of her SpaceX stake, and how the transfers will work is still unclear; Trump Accounts invest in index-tracking ETFs and SpaceX is set to join the Nasdaq-100 this week, with millions already enrolled.

via Semafor|

#business #gwynne-shotwell #philanthropy

business4 days ago•9 min saved

Oval Office pitch boosts Dell stock as Trump touts Dell computers

President Donald Trump opened the stock market from the Oval Office and urged buying Dell computers, triggering about a 7% rise in Dell Technologies shares; Dell’s Michael and Susan Dell attended with other officials as the Trump Accounts program for children was introduced, including a $1,000 Treasury contribution, and disclosures note Trump traded Dell stock in 2025.

via upi.com|

#business #dell-technologies #oval-office

politics4 days ago•3 min saved

Trump Hypes Dell as White House Launches New Kids Investment Accounts

President Trump promoted Dell Technologies from the White House after ringing the stock market opening bell to tout the Trump Accounts, a new tax-advantaged investment program for children, as Dell stock jumped more than 7%. The event, which included Dell CEO Michael Dell and other executives, featured pledges from SpaceX and major firms to match the government’s $1,000 contribution for babies born 2025–2028. The program aims to seed accounts for millions of children, with additional donations from various companies; Trump also noted his Dell stock trades disclosed in his 2025 financial filings.

via CNBC|

#dell-technologies #donald-trump #opening-bell

business5 days ago•3 min saved

SpaceX Stock Gift Targets 2 Million Kids via Trump Accounts

SpaceX president Gwynne Shotwell said she and her husband will donate a SpaceX share for each of more than two million American children aged 11–17 in lower‑income areas through the Trump Accounts, a move valued at roughly $320 million at about $160 per share and tied to the Invest America program to seed accounts that convert to retirement accounts at age 18.

via Business Insider|

#business #gwynne-shotwell #invest-america

business5 days ago•1 min saved

SpaceX President Donates Stock to Trump Accounts for Kids

Gwynne Shotwell said she will donate SpaceX stock from herself and her husband to the Trump Accounts program, supporting about 2 million accounts and prioritizing children near central Texas; the gift follows Trump’s suggestion that Elon Musk might donate SpaceX stock to the program.

via CNBC|

#business #gwynne-shotwell #philanthropy