Taco Bell is adding something unexpected to the menu

Taco Bell is looking to compete with other fast food chains with a new, limited-time menu offering.

Trump's proposed tariffs: what consumer products could be impacted?

President-elect Trump campaigned on using tariffs as a tool to secure more favorable international trade terms and bring in tax revenue, but they could impact the prices paid by consumers for imported products.

Christmas gift spending per child by state

Want to know how your Christmas gift budget stacks up? Here’s a look at survey results showing how much parents across the country expect to spend per child this year.

US home sales poised to increase in 2025, but only if rates cooperate, Zillow says

A potential improvement in mortgage rates could result in more opportunities for consumers to find affordable homes on the market, a new report finds.

Expert confident about 2025 real estate market: What buyers may be missing

As consumers patiently wait for mortgage rates to settle, the Century 21 Real Estate CEO is flagging consumers about "positive signs" that are emerging from the real estate market.

Here's the median net worth of homeowners vs. renters

Homeownership is often viewed as a primary way to build wealth in the U.S., particularly for low- to moderate-income households.

Michelob Ultra tops Bud Light as No. 1 draft beer in US

Michelob Ultra, which is among the slate of brands under the Anheuser-Busch InBev umbrella, has the largest share of U.S. draft lines, according to data from Draftlines Technologies.

A brief history of G.I. Joe

G.I. Joe has been fighting battles in kids’ living rooms and bedrooms for 60 years now. Originally a masculine response to Barbie, the “Real American Hero" has now taken on a life of his own.

A brief history of the iconic doll Barbie

When Barbie was introduced to consumers in 1959, 300,000 dolls were sold in the first year alone.

A brief history of Transformers

Transformers has evolved from the captivating shape-shifting action figure that was introduced 40 years ago into a worldwide franchise with comics, TV shows and films.

A brief history of Nintendo's NES

Nintendo, a pioneering force in the video gaming industry, has transformed global entertainment since its inception in 1889 as a maker of Japanese playing cards.

A brief history of Play-Doh

Play-Doh is a classic toy that has spanned generations, but some may not know it began as a wallpaper cleaner. Here’s a short history of the enduring, non-toxic mainstay for kids.

A brief history of Tickle Me Elmo

Tickle Me Elmo’s sweet voice and vibrating laugh had parents fighting in the aisles.

A brief history of the Easy-Bake Oven

Easy-Bake Ovens have a storied history and continue to be a creative and tasty outlet for kids still today. Here’s a look at the popular toy.

A brief history of Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles

Inspired by the 1980s comic book, four crime-fighting turtles would morph into one of the biggest selling toy brands in industry history.

A brief history of the Pokémon franchise

From Game Boy games to global fame, Pokémon’s legacy lives on through anime, cards, and AR, making it a cultural icon with more than 380 million games sold.