Number of new American business applications hits an all-time high
According to data from the U.S. Census Bureau, 5.4 million new business applications were filed in 2021, the highest of any year on record.
According to data from the U.S. Census Bureau, 5.4 million new business applications were filed in 2021, the highest of any year on record.
TurboTax customers to receive checks in $141 million settlement
The company was ordered to pay $141 million to low-income consumers who were tricked into paying TurboTax to file their federal returns — despite being eligible for free tax services.
The company was ordered to pay $141 million to low-income consumers who were tricked into paying TurboTax to file their federal returns — despite being eligible for free tax services.
What you should know about the Chinese-based Temu shopping app
The Chinese-based company is an e-commerce app where you can find really low prices on popular products.
The Chinese-based company is an e-commerce app where you can find really low prices on popular products.
Spring homebuyers to continue facing inventory woes
New home listings dropped 21.3% year over year nationwide.
New home listings dropped 21.3% year over year nationwide.
70% of Americans plan to retire, but 42% lack savings: Study
According to the survey, over half of respondents said they do not have a 401K or have or know what an IRA is.
According to the survey, over half of respondents said they do not have a 401K or have or know what an IRA is.
Airbnb renews push for renting single rooms costing average of $67 per night
The company said Wednesday that it's rolling out a new Airbnb Rooms offering in which guests share space with the owner.
The company said Wednesday that it's rolling out a new Airbnb Rooms offering in which guests share space with the owner.
United planning to hire 15K workers ahead of expected summer travel surge
The hiring sign is out at United Airlines. The airline said Wednesday that it plans to add 15,000 workers this year, and hired 7,000 in just the past four months.
The hiring sign is out at United Airlines. The airline said Wednesday that it plans to add 15,000 workers this year, and hired 7,000 in just the past four months.
How the latest Fed interest rate hike could impact credit card debt, auto loans
The Federal Reserve has raised its key interest rate yet again in its drive to cool inflation, a move that will directly affect most Americans.
The Federal Reserve has raised its key interest rate yet again in its drive to cool inflation, a move that will directly affect most Americans.
National Grid rate hikes could mean 17% gas bill increase for New Yorkers
According to estimates, customers in New York City could see an increase of up to 17.2%, while Long Island customers could see an increase of up to 16.3% for natural gas.
According to estimates, customers in New York City could see an increase of up to 17.2%, while Long Island customers could see an increase of up to 16.3% for natural gas.
Feds raise key interest rate to highest level in 16 years
The Federal Reserve reinforced its fight against high inflation Wednesday by raising its key interest rate by a quarter-point to the highest level in 16 years.
The Federal Reserve reinforced its fight against high inflation Wednesday by raising its key interest rate by a quarter-point to the highest level in 16 years.
Bank deposits fell by more than $76 billion
Bank deposits fell by $76.2 billion in April, following the highly publicized closures of Silicon Valley Bank (SVB) and other tech-focused financial institutions. Moreover, high interest rates continue to put pressure on both banks and consumers.
Bank deposits fell by $76.2 billion in April, following the highly publicized closures of Silicon Valley Bank (SVB) and other tech-focused financial institutions. Moreover, high interest rates continue to put pressure on both banks and consumers.
Biden asks student loan companies to prepare for end to payment pause
The Education Department has notified student loan servicers to prepare for an end to the COVID-19 student loan payment pause.
The Education Department has notified student loan servicers to prepare for an end to the COVID-19 student loan payment pause.
First Republic Bank seized by regulators, sold to JPMorgan Chase
San Francisco-based First Republic is the third midsize bank to fail in two months and is the second-biggest bank failure in U.S. history.
San Francisco-based First Republic is the third midsize bank to fail in two months and is the second-biggest bank failure in U.S. history.
73% of American Millennials living paycheck-to-paycheck, financial report shows
Faced with high prices and interest rates, consumers have begun reining in their spending.
Faced with high prices and interest rates, consumers have begun reining in their spending.
Gas prices dip, offering consumers some relief at the pump: AAA
The national average cost for a gallon of gas dropped by five cents from last week to $3.68, reflecting a dip in oil prices, AAA said.
The national average cost for a gallon of gas dropped by five cents from last week to $3.68, reflecting a dip in oil prices, AAA said.
More shoppers opting to buy now, pay later amid rising costs
Buy now, pay later, seems to be more and more popular and not just for big ticket items.
Buy now, pay later, seems to be more and more popular and not just for big ticket items.
The Fed is expected to raise interest rates again in May: Economists
The Fed is expected to raise interest rates by 25 basis points again in May, according to a poll of economists. This is what you need to know.
The Fed is expected to raise interest rates by 25 basis points again in May, according to a poll of economists. This is what you need to know.
Engagement ring sales fall sharply – blame COVID, jewelry giant says
Pandemic lockdowns ended many early relationships and led to a dramatic decline in dating overall, resulting in “the engagement gap that we’re still seeing today," industry executives said.
Pandemic lockdowns ended many early relationships and led to a dramatic decline in dating overall, resulting in “the engagement gap that we’re still seeing today," industry executives said.
Mayor Adams unveils largest city budget ever at $106.7 billion
New York City Mayor Eric Adams recognizes that “not everyone will be happy” about his proposed fiscal year 2024 budget, but he says he’s OK with that.
New York City Mayor Eric Adams recognizes that “not everyone will be happy” about his proposed fiscal year 2024 budget, but he says he’s OK with that.
Gen Z hardest generation to work with, according to survey: ‘They lack discipline‘ and 'like to challenge you’
'They think they’re better than you, smarter than you, more capable than you,' one manager said of Gen Z workers.
'They think they’re better than you, smarter than you, more capable than you,' one manager said of Gen Z workers.