CPI February update: Egg prices up another 10% though inflation cools
February's CPI report showed egg prices were once again the most volatile, increasing by an average of 10.4% last month. Here's what else it showed.
February's CPI report showed egg prices were once again the most volatile, increasing by an average of 10.4% last month. Here's what else it showed.
‘Recession brunette’ hair trend grows amid rising financial concerns
More women are embracing their natural hair color, sparking a ‘recession brunette’ trend driven by financial concerns and a shift toward low-maintenance beauty.
More women are embracing their natural hair color, sparking a ‘recession brunette’ trend driven by financial concerns and a shift toward low-maintenance beauty.
Renting is now cheaper than owning, data shows: See the list of top markets
A new analysis shows that renting is cheaper than owning a home in all of the 100 largest US metros. See the cities where the gap is widest and what this means for renters and buyers.
A new analysis shows that renting is cheaper than owning a home in all of the 100 largest US metros. See the cities where the gap is widest and what this means for renters and buyers.
Buying a home this spring? Sellers are starting to cut prices, report says
Home prices may be more affordable this spring. Here’s which cities are seeing the highest price reductions.
Home prices may be more affordable this spring. Here’s which cities are seeing the highest price reductions.
Southwest charging for bags, and other airline changes in recent months
Southwest has made major changes to its policies in recent months, including the most recent of charging for checked bags. Here’s a look.
Southwest has made major changes to its policies in recent months, including the most recent of charging for checked bags. Here’s a look.
Economic fears send U.S. stocks plunging
President Donald Trump's latest admission that a recession could be on the horizon led to a huge sell off on Wall Street Monday.
President Donald Trump's latest admission that a recession could be on the horizon led to a huge sell off on Wall Street Monday.
All eyes on Wall Street after stocks tumbled yesterday
Investors are hoping for a big rebound today after the markets were walloped yesterday.
Investors are hoping for a big rebound today after the markets were walloped yesterday.
Late car payments rise to highest level in over 30 years
High car prices and elevated interest rates have strained auto loan borrowers.
High car prices and elevated interest rates have strained auto loan borrowers.
Tariff turmoil sinks markets – Here’s how it affects you
This comes after President Donald Trump stated that he couldn't rule out a recession.
This comes after President Donald Trump stated that he couldn't rule out a recession.
Tariffs update: Ontario raises electricity tax for US, China targets American farm products
China has imposed new tariffs on US farm products, while Ontario is hiking electricity prices for Americans in retaliation for President Trump’s escalating trade war. Here’s what it means for consumers.
China has imposed new tariffs on US farm products, while Ontario is hiking electricity prices for Americans in retaliation for President Trump’s escalating trade war. Here’s what it means for consumers.
Tesla stock hit hard as market drops
Tesla’s stock dropped 15% on Monday, deepening 2025 losses. The broader market also faces uncertainty from tariffs.
Tesla’s stock dropped 15% on Monday, deepening 2025 losses. The broader market also faces uncertainty from tariffs.
Here are the top side hustles in 2025
If you’re searching for ways to earn a little extra cash, these gigs might offer a little financial relief.
If you’re searching for ways to earn a little extra cash, these gigs might offer a little financial relief.
What is a recession? Here's the criteria and where the U.S. stands
Thanks to reporting lags and number revisions, recessions typically aren’t declared until well after they have begun.
Thanks to reporting lags and number revisions, recessions typically aren’t declared until well after they have begun.
Here's the average tax refund for 2025 filers so far, according to IRS
The IRS said the average refund amount has increased by 7.5% this year. Here's what to know.
The IRS said the average refund amount has increased by 7.5% this year. Here's what to know.
Trump won't rule out recession this year
In an interview with Fox News Channel Sunday, President Trump brushed aside concerns from businesses seeking stability as they make investment decisions.
In an interview with Fox News Channel Sunday, President Trump brushed aside concerns from businesses seeking stability as they make investment decisions.
Social Security changing course in going after overpayments
The Social Security Administration is changing later this month how it will recoup overpayments. Here’s what to know.
The Social Security Administration is changing later this month how it will recoup overpayments. Here’s what to know.
Trump hosts first-ever White House Crypto Summit
President Donald Trump said Friday that he’s committed to making the U.S. a world leader in cryptocurrencies during the first-ever White House Crypto Summit.
President Donald Trump said Friday that he’s committed to making the U.S. a world leader in cryptocurrencies during the first-ever White House Crypto Summit.
Jobs report shows solid gains but unemployment up slightly
The American job market has remained remarkably resilient, despite rising uncertainty amid a looming trade war, a purge of the federal workforce and mass deportations.
The American job market has remained remarkably resilient, despite rising uncertainty amid a looming trade war, a purge of the federal workforce and mass deportations.
Illinois state lawmaker fights back against federal cuts to education
A local state representative is calling out some of the federal cuts to education.
A local state representative is calling out some of the federal cuts to education.
How Trump's tariffs will impact lumber prices and the housing market
Canada is the source of about 70% of US lumber imports. Canadian lumber is now facing a nearly 40% tariff.
Canada is the source of about 70% of US lumber imports. Canadian lumber is now facing a nearly 40% tariff.