Household income drops amid high inflation
The typical American’s income dropped for the third straight year amid record-high inflation. But you can still pay down high-interest debt quickly.
Rite Aid to close hundreds of stores in bankruptcy: report
Rite Aid will reportedly close 400 to 500 stores as it plans to file for bankruptcy, the Wall Street Journal reported.
How long could the UAW strike last? Here's how much strike pay the union has saved
The UAW strike could last for several months, based on the strategy that union president Shawn Fain has implemented -- which could spell major problems for Detroit's Big Three.
Inflation is affecting parents' ability to pay for education: survey
Inflation is taking a toll on back-to-school shopping expenses in 2023 as parents struggle with funding their children's education, supplies and extracurriculars, according to a survey.
The Oscar Mayer Wienermobile is back
Oscar Mayer says the Frankmobile is toast. The Wienermobile rides again.
Bank of America will increase its minimum wage to $23 an hour
Bank of America’s minimum hourly pay will become $23 once the North Carolina-based company’s planned increase happens.
Fed pauses interest rate hikes in September but could raise rates again this year
The Federal Reserve paused interest rates in its September meeting. But inflation remains high as Americans deal with record credit card debt. Here’s what to do.
Feeling the financial burden of today's economy
With so many increases, it's easy for spending to rise without realizing it. People are feeling the pinch in a variety of unexpected ways, and trying to find new strategies for making ends meet.
Sen. Schumer introducing banking act for cannabis businesses
The SAFER Banking Act aims to give licensed businesses that sell cannabis access to federal financial institutions and insurance companies.
Student loan repayment may force some to take on more debt: survey
Many student loan borrowers are anxious that they won't be able to meet their payment obligations once repayments resume in October, according to a recent survey by Achieve.
Social Security payments could rise 3.2 percent in 2024
The Social Security cost of living adjustment could increase to 3.2% in response to high inflation. But it’s far from the 2023 record raise and many Americans still struggle to generate retirement income.
Macy's to hire nearly 40,000 workers in seasonal roles
The seasonal jobs include openings on a full-time and part-time basis.
Here's how much it costs to raise a child in your state
Data shows the average annual cost to raise a child rose nearly 20% between 2016 and 2021.
Data reveals states with the highest credit card debt
Credit card debt topped $1 trillion nationwide.
UAW Strike: What Detroit's Big Three have offered to the union
The UAW is on strike while demanding pay increases, protection from inflation, and more. Here's what Detroit's Big Three have offered to the union, so far.
Spirit Airlines partners with Liberty University flight school, looks to address pilot shortage
The Spirit Wings Pilot Pathway program is the the tenth of its kind nationwide.
Lyft adds new safety feature for women and nonbinary drivers, riders
The goal of the new service is twofold, Lyft says: It’s meant to both increase safety and encourage more women and nonbinary people to drive for Lyft.
Johnson & Johnson ditching script logo after 130 years
The health care and pharmaceutical giant will gradually phase out the cursive script logo on its branding and products.
IRS to pause accepting claims for COVID-era tax credit amid fraudulent claims
The tax credit, called the Employee Retention Credit, was created to help small businesses keep paying their employees during the pandemic if they were suspended from operating.
UAW Strike: Plants in Michigan, Ohio, and Missouri targeted for strike; 'This is about our members tonight'
Without a contract by 11:59 p.m., the union president called on workers at factory locations in Ohio, Missouri, and Michigan to walk off the line at midnight.