Inflation rose last month amid weakening job market: How will the Fed respond?
Typically, the Fed would cut its key interest rate when unemployment rises, but it would raise rates — or at least keep them unchanged — in the face of rising inflation.
Typically, the Fed would cut its key interest rate when unemployment rises, but it would raise rates — or at least keep them unchanged — in the face of rising inflation.
ATM fees hit record high again; see the worst cities
New data reveals that ATM fees hit a record high in 2025, with this city topping the list.
New data reveals that ATM fees hit a record high in 2025, with this city topping the list.
Meet the world’s richest man (Hint: It’s not Elon Musk)
The world has a new richest person after a stunning stock market surge reshaped the billionaire rankings.
The world has a new richest person after a stunning stock market surge reshaped the billionaire rankings.
Supreme Court says it will hear Trump appeal on tariffs in key economic case
The Supreme Court said Tuesday it will quickly decide whether most of President Donald Trump’s sweeping tariffs — a key part of his economic agenda — are legal.
The Supreme Court said Tuesday it will quickly decide whether most of President Donald Trump’s sweeping tariffs — a key part of his economic agenda — are legal.
Most Americans believe personal choices keep people in poverty, poll finds
A recent poll reveals that most Americans have differing views on the root cause of homelessness, but most think the government doesn’t spend enough to help those in need.
A recent poll reveals that most Americans have differing views on the root cause of homelessness, but most think the government doesn’t spend enough to help those in need.
Plano approves first tax increase in more than a decade
For the first time in 16 years, the city of Plano is raising property taxes.
For the first time in 16 years, the city of Plano is raising property taxes.
These states are the worst at budgeting, survey finds
WalletHub is out with a new report showing the states with the best and worst budgeters.
WalletHub is out with a new report showing the states with the best and worst budgeters.
Americans' support for capitalism drops to new low, poll finds
A recent poll finds that Americans favor small business and free enterprise even though their overall feelings of capitalism has changed compared to past years.
A recent poll finds that Americans favor small business and free enterprise even though their overall feelings of capitalism has changed compared to past years.
States where unemployment claims are increasing the most
The unemployment rate ticked up to 4.3% last month, according to a new jobs report from the Labor Department.
The unemployment rate ticked up to 4.3% last month, according to a new jobs report from the Labor Department.
Americans fight back against growing 'guilt tipping' pressure at digital checkout screens
Consumers now reluctantly tip $24 monthly compared to previous $450 annual spending on excessive tips.
Consumers now reluctantly tip $24 monthly compared to previous $450 annual spending on excessive tips.
Unemployment up as employers added just 22,000 jobs last month
The unemployment rate ticked up to 4.3% last month, worse than expected and the highest level since 2021.
The unemployment rate ticked up to 4.3% last month, worse than expected and the highest level since 2021.
Here's who would get refunds if Trump's tariffs get thrown out
If the Supreme Court strikes down some of Trump’s biggest tariffs, importers could be entitled to “billions and billions of dollars” in refunds.
If the Supreme Court strikes down some of Trump’s biggest tariffs, importers could be entitled to “billions and billions of dollars” in refunds.
Trump administration asks Supreme Court to reverse ruling on president's sweeping tariffs
In an appeal filed late Wednesday, the Trump administration is pushing for the high court to reverse a ruling that found most of President Donald Trump’s tariffs were illegal under an emergency powers law.
In an appeal filed late Wednesday, the Trump administration is pushing for the high court to reverse a ruling that found most of President Donald Trump’s tariffs were illegal under an emergency powers law.
Powerball drawing results: $1.4 billion prize up for grabs Wednesday
The winning numbers for the $1.4 billion Powerball jackpot on Sept. 3, 2025, have been drawn after 40 consecutive rollovers without a jackpot winner.
The winning numbers for the $1.4 billion Powerball jackpot on Sept. 3, 2025, have been drawn after 40 consecutive rollovers without a jackpot winner.
List of jobs eligible for 'no tax on tips' deduction
The list of occupations unveiled by the Treasuring Department include bartenders, wait staff, musicians, DJs and more.
The list of occupations unveiled by the Treasuring Department include bartenders, wait staff, musicians, DJs and more.
Elderly Florida woman collects $108K in unclaimed funds after thinking she was getting scammed
It seemed like every time 88-year-old Barbara checked her mail, she had another letter from a law firm or a private investigator, all offering to help her claim money they said she was owed, in exchange for part of the proceeds.
It seemed like every time 88-year-old Barbara checked her mail, she had another letter from a law firm or a private investigator, all offering to help her claim money they said she was owed, in exchange for part of the proceeds.
Here's what a $1.4B Powerball jackpot would pay in your state
If you beat the odds and win the $1.4 billion Powerball jackpot Wednesday, the amount of money you get will depend on where you live.
If you beat the odds and win the $1.4 billion Powerball jackpot Wednesday, the amount of money you get will depend on where you live.
Kawhi Leonard scandal: What we know about the alleged $28M ‘no-show job’
A new report alleges Kawhi Leonard made $28 million in a "no-show" job for a fraudulent tree-planting company partially funded by Clippers owner Steve Ballmer. The Clippers have denied the allegations.
A new report alleges Kawhi Leonard made $28 million in a "no-show" job for a fraudulent tree-planting company partially funded by Clippers owner Steve Ballmer. The Clippers have denied the allegations.
Powerball jackpot soars to $1.3 billion after no winner Monday night
The new lottery prize is now the fifth-largest in the game’s history with the drawing set for Wednesday night.
The new lottery prize is now the fifth-largest in the game’s history with the drawing set for Wednesday night.
Texas Lottery under new management as new law goes into effect
A Texas law that went into effect this week brings new management to the Texas Lottery.
A Texas law that went into effect this week brings new management to the Texas Lottery.