Half of Americans can't afford necessities, report finds
A new report finds that close to half of American families did not earn enough to cover the necessities in 2024. And with prices continuing to rise, there’s little sign...
Social Security won't be able to pay full benefits if nothing changes in next 6 years, report shows
Unless Congress passes new fixes soon, the Social Security trust fund will not be able to pay out full benefits to all eligible seniors starting in 2032.
Iran's economy is struggling amid ongoing sanctions and blockade
The economic fallout of the war has included competing U.S. and Iranian blockades in the Strait of Hormuz, disrupting international shipping and rattling oil markets.
Inflation rises above 4% for the first time in 3 years
A spike in gasoline prices has pushed inflation up 4.2% from a year ago, the biggest annual increase since April 2023.
Americans are snacking less. Here's the economic impact
CEOs of major companies behind some of America's favorite snacks say consumers are buying their products less and less.
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Job loss is just one impact of DACA renewal delays
More than 500,000 people have this status.
SpaceX initial public offering could shatter records this week
Even if you're not interested in SpaceX stock, your investments could still be affected.
Americans are putting more money into retirement. They're also withdrawing funds from those accounts
Americans are contributing more to 401(k) and 403(b) accounts than ever before, but they're also taking penalties to tap into those funds early.
U.S. inflation reaches 3-year high as personal savings rate plummets
Americans are drawing on their savings to keep up with inflation.
A career coach's tips to optimize the job hunt for college graduates
It’s a low-hire job market right now, which makes being a new college graduate bittersweet.
How Congress is trying to address housing problems
There is a shortage of affordable housing, and lawmakers are working to pass measures, including limiting the number of rental homes large investors can own.
How the Trump administration regulates crypto amid family business interests
New reporting shows how the Trump administration has dialed back enforcement and purged career officials at the agency that regulates those industries.
Controversial oil deal in Canada could protect country from Trump's trade war, leaders say
Canada struck a deal with the province of Alberta, home to the country’s oil sector, to remove a proposal to cap oil sector emissions.
Why are American men leaving the workforce at historic rates?
Aside from the first months of the COVID-19 pandemic, it's the highest rate of male joblessness since 1948.
How the post-grad job search can weigh on mental health
During college graduation season for the class of 2026, we want to know how your post-graduation job search is going.
More people are buying beef in bulk amid soaring grocery store prices
Consumers are choosing to buy a whole or half animal carcass for the bulk savings.
NextEra and Dominion mega merger: What it means for energy costs
Giant utility rivals NextEra Energy and Dominion Energy are planning to merge.
How to help your new college grad manage their finances
It’s graduation season again, and amid the pomp and circumstance, and it's time for many grads to start managing their financial lives.
NYC's congestion pricing program is working largely as intended, transportation experts say
Implemented in January 2025, New York's congestion relief program charges vehicles to enter Manhattan's central business district during peak hours.
Kevin Warsh becomes 17th Fed chair amid rising inflation and an uncertain economy
Federal Reserve Kevin Warsh's predecessor, Jay Powell, endured extreme political pressure from President Trump to lower interest rates.