Where Trump, Harris stand on easing childcare costs
On this topic, Trump and Harris have one main commonality: Both have supported a higher child tax credit. Here’s what they’ve said.
On this topic, Trump and Harris have one main commonality: Both have supported a higher child tax credit. Here’s what they’ve said.
1 in 4 Gen Zers say they've given up their pets due to high costs
A recent survey shows most pet owners admit that inflation is making it more expensive to have a furry companion, while others say they have racked up debt for their pet.
A recent survey shows most pet owners admit that inflation is making it more expensive to have a furry companion, while others say they have racked up debt for their pet.
Gen Z cynical about future as majority call cost of living the number one election issue
Gen Z young adults are "struggling to remain optimistic" about their economic futures, a new report says, as rising costs of living and unaffordable housing prices make them re-evaluate their dreams.
Gen Z young adults are "struggling to remain optimistic" about their economic futures, a new report says, as rising costs of living and unaffordable housing prices make them re-evaluate their dreams.
Inflation eases in July, but these cities are dealing with the worst of it: Study
Inflation fell in July to the lowest level in more than three years.
Inflation fell in July to the lowest level in more than three years.
Inflation rises 2.9% in July, less than expected
Inflation fell in July to the lowest level in more than three years, a welcome sign for the Federal Reserve even as prices remained uncomfortably high for millions of Americans.
Inflation fell in July to the lowest level in more than three years, a welcome sign for the Federal Reserve even as prices remained uncomfortably high for millions of Americans.
Here’s what the typical grocery basket costs today – and it's higher than last year
Prices for eggs, broccoli and bananas saw significant increases.
Prices for eggs, broccoli and bananas saw significant increases.
Trump and Harris’ plans to end taxes on tips may sound good to some, but may be tough to do
Trump and Harris agree on the policy to eliminate federal taxes on workers’ tips. But experts say there’s a reason Congress hasn’t already made the change.
Trump and Harris agree on the policy to eliminate federal taxes on workers’ tips. But experts say there’s a reason Congress hasn’t already made the change.
Inflation is down and you deserve some of the credit, economists say
Americans' refusal to keep paying higher prices may be dealing a final blow to the country’s inflation problem.
Americans' refusal to keep paying higher prices may be dealing a final blow to the country’s inflation problem.
Italian restaurant chain files for Chapter 11 bankruptcy
Italian restaurant chain Buca di Beppo filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy protection on Monday.
Italian restaurant chain Buca di Beppo filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy protection on Monday.
Stocks tumble as Dow, S&P 500 close out worst day since 2022
The Dow Jones Industrial Average tumbled 1,033.99 points, or 2.6%, while the Nasdaq Composite and S&P 500 fell 3.43% and 3%, respectively. The Dow and S&P 500 closed out their worst day since September 2022.
The Dow Jones Industrial Average tumbled 1,033.99 points, or 2.6%, while the Nasdaq Composite and S&P 500 fell 3.43% and 3%, respectively. The Dow and S&P 500 closed out their worst day since September 2022.
Dow, S&P 500, Nasdaq have worst session since 2022
U.S. stocks registered the worst session since 2022 after a string of weak economic reports jolted investor fears that a recession may be brewing.
U.S. stocks registered the worst session since 2022 after a string of weak economic reports jolted investor fears that a recession may be brewing.
1 in 3 parents say they can't afford back-to-school shopping this year, survey says
A new survey reveals that parents are bracing for the financial impact of back-to-school shopping.
A new survey reveals that parents are bracing for the financial impact of back-to-school shopping.
Intel to layoff roughly 15,000 workers amid revenue slump
Intel Corp. sent a memo to employees on Thursday announcing that the company would be cutting nearly15,000 jobs.
Intel Corp. sent a memo to employees on Thursday announcing that the company would be cutting nearly15,000 jobs.
Study ranks US states with most financially-distressed residents
WalletHub's recent study reveals the U.S. states with the most financially-distressed residents, highlighting surprising trends and economic struggles. Michigan tops the list, followed closely by Texas and Nevada.
WalletHub's recent study reveals the U.S. states with the most financially-distressed residents, highlighting surprising trends and economic struggles. Michigan tops the list, followed closely by Texas and Nevada.
Federal Reserve sees progress with inflation, hinting that a rate cut is near
The Federal Reserve said progress was made to lower inflation, suggesting that the central bank is moving closer to cutting its key interest rate for the first time in four years.
The Federal Reserve said progress was made to lower inflation, suggesting that the central bank is moving closer to cutting its key interest rate for the first time in four years.
US national debt tops $35 trillion, hitting new record
The U.S. gross national debt hit $35,001,278,179,208.67 on Monday, according to the Treasury Department.
The U.S. gross national debt hit $35,001,278,179,208.67 on Monday, according to the Treasury Department.
Median home price in metro Atlanta overpriced, study says
The metro Atlanta area is the second most overpriced housing market in the nation, according to a newly released study.
The metro Atlanta area is the second most overpriced housing market in the nation, according to a newly released study.
US economic growth increased last quarter to a healthy 2.8% annual rate
The nation’s economy accelerated last quarter at a strong 2.8% annual pace, with consumers and businesses helping drive growth despite the pressure of continually high interest rates.
The nation’s economy accelerated last quarter at a strong 2.8% annual pace, with consumers and businesses helping drive growth despite the pressure of continually high interest rates.
Bosses admit that return-to-office mandates were meant to make staff quit
Bosses implemented return-to-office mandates hoping their workers would quit
Bosses implemented return-to-office mandates hoping their workers would quit
Great Resignation 2.0 could be on the horizon, with 3 in 10 workers planning to quit in 2024, survey shows
Low pay, desire for better benefits and search for less stressful work are some reasons behind the shift.
Low pay, desire for better benefits and search for less stressful work are some reasons behind the shift.