Target cutting prices on ‘thousands’ of basics amid inflation

Target is one of many corporations adjusting prices or creating promotions to lure in budget-strapped customers looking for a deal.

Costco price hike: Popular items see unexpected jumps in cost

Gas prices have quietly increased along with olive oil, but Costco's famous $1.50 hot dog and soda combo remains unchanged.

Dow hits 40,000 for first time

The Dow Jones Industrial Average crossed 40,000 for the first time ever Thursday as investors celebrated solid earnings and a slight easing of consumer inflation last month. 

Student loan forgiveness: Key deadline for one-time adjustment extended

A student loan forgiveness-related deadline has been extended by the Biden administration related to loan consolidation. Here’s what to know.

Most common hidden ‘junk fees’ and how much they cost you

Junk fees increase the total cost of many goods and services including concert tickets, hotel rooms, gym memberships and utility bills.

$3 million may be paid to private student loan borrowers ignored by servicer – Here's who is impacted

A student loan servicer may be on the hook for ignoring borrowers' requests for payment reduction on loans held by the National Collegiate Student Loan Trusts following a CFPB enforcement action.

Top summer jobs for teens and how much they pay

Teens have various summer job options, from camp counselor to lifeguard, with opportunities to earn significant wages, as employers plan to add 1.3 million jobs for teenagers this season, according to financial experts.

Melinda French Gates to resign from the Gates Foundation

Melinda French Gates announced Monday that she is stepping down from the Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation.

What is ‘ghost debt’? Buy now, pay later plans more popular than ever

A new form of debt looping a lot of Americans is being referred to as “ghost debt” or “phantom debt” – stemming from the popular buy now, pay later apps.

US regulators investigate credit card rewards 'bait and switch' schemes

U.S. authorities have already taken action against American Express and Bank of America in a "bait and switch" credit card rewards investigation.

Reports: McDonald's planning $5 meal deal to win back customers

McDonald's is reportedly introducing a $5 meal deal in an effort to attract customers deterred by recent price increases.