Street closed by Fort Worth hotel explosion to reopen soon

The closure of 8th Street has created some challenges for small business owners since the explosion in January.

Elon Musk says he’s moving SpaceX, X headquarters from California

Tech billionaire Elon Musk announced that he is moving the headquarters of SpaceX and social media company X from California after the state banned school districts from requiring staff to inform parents about their children's gender identity change.

US corporate bankruptcy filings surge – here are the business types that led

The number of U.S. corporate bankruptcy filings so far in 2024 is “higher than any comparable figure in the prior 13 years," according to data from S&P Global Market Intelligence.

More than 1 in 3 US households have financial insecurity, survey says

The number of American households that are feeling the strain when it comes to paying for necessities such as food and bills, saw a 6.7% increase in 2024 compared to the same period in 2022.

US home prices hit another all-time high

The median U.S. home sale price soared to $397,954 in June, which was a nearly 5% increase from the year prior, Redfin data shows.

Big Lots to close up to 40 stores amid "substantial doubt"

Big Lots plans to close up to 40 stores in 2024 due to financial struggles from inflation and decreased consumer spending, raising doubts about its future operations.

US store openings currently outpace closures by 20%, report says

Several notable stores have opened new locations amid some others closing their doors. See which stores are coming to or leaving your area in 2024.

Job scams surged 118% in 2023 due to AI, watchdog group warns

People who are suspicious of a possible scam should confirm the source of the request for personal information.

Sam's Club is changing a key member perk beginning in August

Sam's Club is changing a key perk for Plus members, and some are letting the wholesale giant know that they aren’t happy about it.

U.S. unemployment rate rises to 4.1% with 206,000 jobs added in June

U.S. employers added 206,000 jobs in June, exceeding expectations, with the unemployment rate rising to 4.1%, while April and May job data was revised down, average hourly earnings increased by 3.9%, and hiring was strong in government, social assistance, and health care, influencing potential Federal Reserve rate cuts.

Federal judge partially blocks FTC noncompete ban: Reports

A federal judge in Texas partially blocked a ban issued by the U.S. Federal Trade Commission that would bar employees from taking jobs with competitors, according to multiple reports. ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠

Walmart going digital with shelf price tags

A big change is coming to thousands of Walmart stores across the U.S. within the next two years.