A closer look at how Trump's economic plan could impact inflation
Former President Donald Trump has vowed to eliminate inflation if he returns to office, but economists warn that his proposed policies, including high tariffs, mass deportations, and interference with the Federal Reserve, could worsen the issue.
Former President Donald Trump has vowed to eliminate inflation if he returns to office, but economists warn that his proposed policies, including high tariffs, mass deportations, and interference with the Federal Reserve, could worsen the issue.
Holiday spending projected to hit new record this year
Notable differences this year include the shopping period between Thanksgiving and Christmas being nearly a week shorter, and the economic impact of Hurricanes Helene and Milton.
Notable differences this year include the shopping period between Thanksgiving and Christmas being nearly a week shorter, and the economic impact of Hurricanes Helene and Milton.
Americans are feeling more anxious about their credit card debt, survey finds
Americans appear to be feeling more worried about mounting credit card debt, according to the New York Fed’s September 2024 Survey of Consumer Expectations.
Americans appear to be feeling more worried about mounting credit card debt, according to the New York Fed’s September 2024 Survey of Consumer Expectations.
Big Lots to shutter more than 50 retail locations
Big Lots aims to permanently close the doors of more than 50 stores in numerous U.S. states.
Big Lots aims to permanently close the doors of more than 50 stores in numerous U.S. states.
TGI Fridays closes a dozen stores across America in just one month
A dozen U.S. TGI Fridays locations have closed in the last month, as the brand also shutters 35 stores in the United Kingdom. Earlier closures this year were due to underperformance.
A dozen U.S. TGI Fridays locations have closed in the last month, as the brand also shutters 35 stores in the United Kingdom. Earlier closures this year were due to underperformance.
Tax extension deadline on Oct. 15: What to know about filing late returns
For Americans who filed for a tax extension for the 2023 tax year, the deadline is on Tuesday, Oct. 15, 2024.
For Americans who filed for a tax extension for the 2023 tax year, the deadline is on Tuesday, Oct. 15, 2024.
Some Social Security recipients will get two payments in November. Here's why
Those who receive Supplemental Security Income (SSI) will receive an additional check in November due to how the payment schedule is lined up.
Those who receive Supplemental Security Income (SSI) will receive an additional check in November due to how the payment schedule is lined up.
7-Eleven closing more than 400 locations
7-Eleven is closing hundreds of store locations across North America due to underperformance.
7-Eleven is closing hundreds of store locations across North America due to underperformance.
Trump proposes 15% corporate tax to 'save' US auto industry; threatens 1,000% tariffs on imports
Trump said Detroit's auto industry was decimated 'as if by a foreign army.'
Trump said Detroit's auto industry was decimated 'as if by a foreign army.'
States with the highest student loan payments: Study
New Hampshire topped the list with an average student loan payment of $229 and both Arkansas and Mississippi ranked the lowest with $142.
New Hampshire topped the list with an average student loan payment of $229 and both Arkansas and Mississippi ranked the lowest with $142.
Inflation reaches lowest point in 3 years; here's what prices came down most
The improved inflation stats show that it’s steadily moving back to the Federal Reserve’s 2% target, with the agency likely to keep cutting its standard interest rate in 2024.
The improved inflation stats show that it’s steadily moving back to the Federal Reserve’s 2% target, with the agency likely to keep cutting its standard interest rate in 2024.
Major McDonald's french fry supplier closes plant in Washington, slashes jobs as inflation continues
A major french fry supplier is cutting jobs as customers continue to count their pennies amid inflated prices at fast-food chains.
A major french fry supplier is cutting jobs as customers continue to count their pennies amid inflated prices at fast-food chains.
Study: Nearly half of Americans are still paying off debt from last holiday season
The holiday shopping season has kicked off, but it can also bring along financial challenges.
The holiday shopping season has kicked off, but it can also bring along financial challenges.
Here’s how much money is needed to be considered middle class in every state
Income levels required to be considered middle-class varied significantly depending on where a person lived, according to the new study.
Income levels required to be considered middle-class varied significantly depending on where a person lived, according to the new study.
Some Pyrex buyers could be eligible for a refund from the FTC
Thousands of people who purchased Pyrex measuring cups may be eligible for refunds from the Federal Trade Commission (FTC).
Thousands of people who purchased Pyrex measuring cups may be eligible for refunds from the Federal Trade Commission (FTC).
Bill Gates no longer among 10 wealthiest billionaires in the world: Here’s who made list
This is the first time Bill Gates has fallen out of the world’s top ten richest people since 1991.
This is the first time Bill Gates has fallen out of the world’s top ten richest people since 1991.
Seasonal jobs: Here’s who’s hiring for the holidays in 2024
While seasonal hiring is expected to be lighter this year because of a softer job market and tightened consumer spending, here’s a look at who is hiring.
While seasonal hiring is expected to be lighter this year because of a softer job market and tightened consumer spending, here’s a look at who is hiring.
No, the port strike did not cause a toilet paper shortage
Toilet paper makers say there's no shortage of the goods after seeing reports on social media of consumers buying up the items in stores.
Toilet paper makers say there's no shortage of the goods after seeing reports on social media of consumers buying up the items in stores.
Will the election impact your 401(k)? Here’s what to know
Election years can raise anxiety about the future – including your retirement savings.
Election years can raise anxiety about the future – including your retirement savings.
A wedding costs more than a mortgage in these cities, study finds
In several cities, couples saved close to $10,000 by opting for a home instead of a wedding.
In several cities, couples saved close to $10,000 by opting for a home instead of a wedding.