Federal Reserve likely to keep interest rates the same this week: What to know
Federal Reserve officials are split on whether to slash interest rates as President Donald Trump favors rate cuts based on his claim that the nation’s economy is thriving.
Tariff rebate check: What Trump said and what we know
President Trump told reporters this week that he is considering a tariff rebate check. Here’s what he said and what we know.
Healthcare, weather tank Texas' retirement ranking: Study
Issues with factors like health care, weather and affordability have earned Texas a second-to-last spot in the U.S. retirement rankings, a recent study found.
Trump 'not planning' to fire Fed Chair Jerome Powell, despite reports
President Trump denied reports that he plans to fire Fed Chair Jerome Powell, but he continued to sharply criticize the head of the central bank.
June CPI inflation report: Which prices changed the most last month
Inflation in the U.S. rose last month to its highest level since February, reversing several months of cooling prices. Here's a look at what prices changed the most.
Trump announces 25% tariffs on Japan and South Korea
The president warned both countries that if they retaliate with their own tariffs, the U.S. would further increase import taxes.
Small business owners struggling to fill jobs, survey finds
A survey of thousands of the nation’s small businesses found that filling job openings remains a challenge. Some owners say finding quality labor is the biggest problem.
Oil prices could spike amid US strikes on Iran nuclear sites. What we know
Oil prices may change after the United States’ involvement in the Israel-Iran war. Some experts warn that possible retaliation by Iran could interrupt the influx of crude oil, which may harm global economies.
Paul Mitchell headquarters relocating to Dallas County, Gov. Abbott announces
Paul Mitchell, the global hair care giant, is moving its headquarters from California to Dallas County, bringing 80 new jobs and a $12 million investment to North Texas.
Feds make decision on interest rates: What to know
Federal Reserve officials expect inflation to worsen in the coming months but they still foresee interest rate cuts by the end of this year.
Trump tariffs likely to raise appliance prices, experts say
Prices for major appliances jumped in May, and new tariffs backed by President Donald Trump are expected to push them even higher as manufacturers face rising costs for foreign-made materials.
CPI inflation report: Which prices changed the most last month
Here’s a closer look at May’s CPI inflation report, and which prices increased and decreased the most.
US layoffs spike nearly 50% as DOGE-driven cuts take center stage
Employers have announced nearly 80,000 planned hires in 2025 so far, though that's a historically low pace compared with recent years.
Procter & Gamble cutting up to 7,000 jobs amid tariffs, consumer uncertainty
Procter & Gamble, the maker of Tide detergent and Pampers diapers, says it will cut up to 7,000 jobs over the next two years.
Texas ranks in top 10 most affordable states for child care: Study
The average price of child care in the U.S. last year was $13,128. According to a new study, Texas beat that number by nearly 14 percent.
Trump delaying 50% tariff on European Union
The president said Sunday he’s agreed to delay a 50% tariff on the EU that he threatened last week, after saying negotiations with the commission were “going nowhere.”
Trump calls for 50% tariff on EU imports starting June 1
President Trump called for a “straight 50%” tariff on all imports from the European Union after complaining on social media that trade talks are “going nowhere.”
Walmart to lay off 1,500 employees after announcing price hikes
Walmart is restructuring its operations and cutting about 1,500 jobs as part of its new plan.
Trump tells Walmart: ‘Eat the tariffs’
President Trump lashed back at Walmart over the weekend after the retail giant said it would be increasing prices to combat his tariffs.
Moody’s strips US of top credit rating: What the downgrade means for your wallet
Moody’s has downgraded the US credit rating for the first time, citing rising debt and political dysfunction. Here’s what the move means for your wallet, interest rates, and the broader economy.