Oil prices rise amid Trump's plan to buy Russian diesel

Crude oil prices rose on Monday following President Donald Trump’s announcement last week that the United States reached an agreement to purchase Russian diesel imports.

Social Security COLA announcement could come as soon as Wednesday

Social Security recipients across the United States should soon know how much of an increase they will see in their monthly checks next year.  

Pence calls Trump’s diesel deal with Putin a ‘betrayal’ to Lindsey Graham, urges him to rescind it

Former Vice President Mike Pence called President Trump’s decision to lift sanctions on Russian oil a “betrayal” to late Sen. Lindsey Graham’s legacy and urged the president to “rescind” it.

Anthony O'Neal dishes out money tips to Gen Z and beyond
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A new survey finds many Gen Z adults are putting off marriage and having children as they struggle to get ahead financially. Personal finance expert Anthony O’Neal shares practical tips for managing money, avoiding lifestyle creep and getting out of debt.

After the penny, Congress looks to tackle the cost of the nickel

After Congress moved to eliminate the penny, some lawmakers say the nickel should be next in efforts to make U.S. coins more cost-efficient to produce.

President Trump considering suspending federal gas tax

President Donald Trump said Tuesday he is considering suspending the federal gasoline tax as soaring fuel prices threaten Republicans ahead of November’s midterm elections. 

Student loan borrowers have more time to cut their interest rate

Student loan borrowers currently making payments have a little more time to temporarily cut their interest rates. The federal government extended the deadline for them to shave a full percentage point off their interest rate by making their payments automatically.

How the end of the penny could affect Chicago businesses
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A small business expert explains how ending penny production could affect cash payments, price rounding and consumers in Chicago.

How the US-Canada trade war could impact prices
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Retail Prophet founder Doug Stephens discusses the latest U.S. restrictions on Canadian imports and what they could mean for consumers and prices.

Treasury to create Trump Accounts for millions of eligible children — here is how to claim them

Treasury plans to automatically create Trump Accounts for millions of children, but families must take additional steps for eligible children to receive the separate $1,000 federal contribution.

Why consumer confidence is falling despite encouraging US economic news
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There's been some encouraging news about the US economy this week, but consumer confidence has fallen to its lowest level in more than a decade. Gene Marks, with The Marks Group PC, joins us. 

Nike cutting more jobs as turnaround struggles continue

Nike is slashing cut jobs as part of a sweeping corporate restructuring initiative to reignite financial growth and streamlining its business model.