Idle funds are monies not invested in interest-earning accounts or financial markets. They generate no income. Learn how businesses and individuals can utilize them.

Will Kenton is an expert on the economy and investing laws and regulations. He previously held senior editorial roles at Investopedia and Kapitall Wire and holds a MA in Economics from The New School ...

If you have extra cash sitting around, such as from a tax refund or bonus, what should you do with it? While it sounds like a good problem to have, there's a real risk in letting money sit idle, ...