Supreme Court rules Trump's tariffs violated federal law

On Friday, the Supreme Court struck down President Donald Trump’s global tariffs, handing Trump a major loss on an issue important to his economic agenda.

Supreme Court blocks Trump’s emergency tariff powers, dealing major blow to economic agenda
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The U.S. Supreme Court ruled that President Donald Trump exceeded his authority under the International Emergency Economic Powers Act, potentially forcing the U.S. to refund over $133 billion in collected tariffs while reshaping long-term economic projections.

States with the highest property taxes in 2026

Property taxes can be either a small cost or a major financial strain, depending on your location. A recent report highlights where Americans are feeling the greatest pressure on their budgets from these yearly expenses.

Inflation measure dips to nearly five-year low as gas prices drop, housing costs ease

The latest Consumer Price Index released Friday shows that inflation is cooling slightly as apartment prices slowed and gas prices dipped, offering a bit of relief to consumers dealing with rising costs in the past couple of years.

Francesca's files for bankruptcy, launches closing sales at all locations

Women's retailer Francesca's launched going-out-of-business sales with discounts up to 40% off all merchandise categories after filing for bankruptcy.

Grocery costs in 2026: Which states are spending the most on food?

As the cost of groceries continues to rise, Americans are spending more of their income to feed their families. See which states spend the most on food.

January jobs report shows US added 130K jobs exceeding economists expectations

The Labor Department's Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) jobs report released Wednesday shows U.S. employers added 130,000 jobs in January, above the expectations of economists.

Nearly 30% of Americans would marry for money in current economy, survey reveals

Love or money? A new survey finds many Americans weigh financial stability heavily in romance – and some even stay in relationships for the paycheck.

What happens if you can’t afford to pay your taxes in 2026? IRS options explained

If you can’t pay your tax bill in full, the IRS offers payment plans, settlements and hardship options — but penalties and interest can grow quickly.

Job market shows warning signs as AI fuels economic uncertainty
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New labor data and market swings are raising concerns about the U.S. economy, with experts pointing to artificial intelligence, tariffs and shifting consumer confidence as potential warning signs.

Troop deployments to US cities cost Americans nearly half a billion dollars in 2025, CBO report finds

A new Congressional Budget Office report breaks down the taxpayer bill for the Trump administration’s six-city deployment and forecasts a steep rise if these deployments continue in 2026.

Economist warns coming financial crisis will make 2008 look like 'Sunday school picnic'

As gold prices keep rising, American economist Peter Schiff says investors should view the rally as more than a hedge — calling it a warning that inflation is speeding up, the U.S. dollar is losing global trust and a major economic reckoning may be near.

Dow to cut over 4,000 jobs as company shifts focus to AI

Dow is slashing thousands of jobs, becoming the latest company this week to announce a reduction in its labor force.