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.
DOJ is considering breaking up Google: Report
The Justice Department is looking into dismantling Google following a judge’s ruling last week that Google had an illegal monopoly on the online search market.
The Justice Department is looking into dismantling Google following a judge’s ruling last week that Google had an illegal monopoly on the online search market.
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.
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.
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.
Economist urges Fed to meet 'now' to cut rates as stocks tumble: It's a 'frightening time'
Economist Stephen Moore urged the Federal Reserve to address falling commodity prices and shift from inflation concerns to deflation, while Fed Chairman Jerome Powell indicated a potential rate cut if inflation cools, amidst a market meltdown driven by recession fears.
Economist Stephen Moore urged the Federal Reserve to address falling commodity prices and shift from inflation concerns to deflation, while Fed Chairman Jerome Powell indicated a potential rate cut if inflation cools, amidst a market meltdown driven by recession fears.
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.
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.
Florida gas prices tick up slightly over past week: AAA
Gasoline prices in Florida increased slightly over the past week, with the average price of a gallon of regular unleaded Monday at $3.38, according to the AAA Auto Club.
Gasoline prices in Florida increased slightly over the past week, with the average price of a gallon of regular unleaded Monday at $3.38, according to the AAA Auto Club.
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.
Study: Americans must make over $1 million per year to be in the top 1% in these states
What does it take to be among the top 1% in America? The answer depends on what U.S. state you call home, according to a new study.
What does it take to be among the top 1% in America? The answer depends on what U.S. state you call home, according to a new study.
A $1 million starter home? It’s becoming the norm in these cities
There are now 237 cities in the U.S. where the typical starter home is worth $1 million or more. Five years ago, there were only 84 such cities.
There are now 237 cities in the U.S. where the typical starter home is worth $1 million or more. Five years ago, there were only 84 such cities.
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
Why so many insurance companies are dropping Florida homeowners
Although the peak of hurricane season is still over a month away, homeowners are still struggling with their insurance.
Although the peak of hurricane season is still over a month away, homeowners are still struggling with their insurance.
Americans are falling behind on their car payments, data shows
Recent data from auto experts shows that Americans are struggling with car payments, with the number of defaults industrywide up in the first half of 2024.
Recent data from auto experts shows that Americans are struggling with car payments, with the number of defaults industrywide up in the first half of 2024.
Survey reveals how many parents have quit their jobs to raise children
The new study underscores the financial burden that child care costs impose on many parents.
The new study underscores the financial burden that child care costs impose on many parents.
Best places to retire in 2024 revealed in new study
A new study ranked all 50 U.S. states to determine the best states to retire in 2024.
A new study ranked all 50 U.S. states to determine the best states to retire in 2024.
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.