Phoenix sales tax increase goes into effect on July 1
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Starting July 1, buying things in Phoenix is going to cost a little bit more. The city's sales tax will jump from 2.3% to 2.8%. The tax increase was approved by the city council last March.

Lululemon sues Costco over alleged knockoffs
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Lululemon is suing Costco, claiming the retailer's Kirkland brand sells similar clothing, including pants and jackets, at lower prices, misleading customers. Lululemon seeks lost revenue and for Costco to stop selling the items.

Summer deals calendar: Schedule of Amazon, Target, Walmart sales

Consumers seeking to stock up on some of the top items, from electronics to home goods, can find bargains from these major retailers starting in July. Here’s what we know.

Why summer gas prices are at a four-year low

The national average price for a gallon of regular gasoline was $3.20 on Friday.

Auto loan delinquencies are on the rise; these states have the most

Analysts say an increase in late car payments is a concerning trend: despite stubborn inflation and high interest rates, unemployment rates are still low.

Sam's Club adds 'hot baked' food item to members-only delivery service

The Walmart-owned retailer is adding this popular menu item as a delivery option while continuing to expand innovative shopping experiences.

Walmart to pay $10 million in money transfer fraud settlement

Walmart will pay $10 million after the FTC said it let scammers misuse its money transfer services, costing consumers hundreds of millions across the U.S.

BBB: Scams targeting businesses surge
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The Better Business Bureau says fake invoices to full-blown ransom attacks are on the rise, with companies of all sizes are being targeted, and the damage can be devastating -- but experts say these scams are preventable.

Parent company of Duncan Hines, Slim Jim to eliminate artificial colors

Conagra Brands, which owns Duncan Hines and Healthy Choice, says it will phase out artificial dyes across all products by 2027, starting with frozen foods this year.

Here's how much you need to earn to buy a home in 2025, report shows

A recent housing report reveals that prospective homebuyers are facing obstacles to affording a home based on rising costs, which is a contributing factor to lower homeownership rates.

Trump Mobile removes 'made in the USA' from smartphone website

Eric Trump said last week that Trump Mobile phones will be made in the U.S., though experts quickly questioned how that was possible.

McDonald's, Krispy Kreme end doughnut partnership

Krispy Kreme in May paused its planned rollout of selling doughnuts in McDonald’s locations nationwide.

Fortnite players to receive refunds—here’s how to submit a claim

The Federal Trade Commission has begun issuing $126 million in refunds to Fortnite players who were charged for unwanted in-game purchases.