Wall Street may get much worse in 2023 before it gets better

Many analysts expect stocks to end 2023 around their current range, if not a bit higher. But before that, much of Wall Street is also forecasting stock prices to fall sharply in the interim.

How Federal Reserve’s series of rate hikes could affect your finances

As interest rates increase, many economists say they fear a recession could happen — and with it, job losses that may cause hardship for households already badly impacted by inflation.

Nearly half of US workers hope to get promoted, a raise in 2023, survey shows

According to the survey, which polled 1,000 full-time U.S. employees in December, the majority of respondents (60%) felt somewhat valued or not at all valued at work.

Fed raises key interest rate by half a point, signals more to come

The latest move will further heighten the costs of many consumer and business loans and increases the risk of a recession.

Americans say holiday gifts harder to afford

More than half of U.S. adults say it’s harder to afford the holiday gifts they want to give this year.

Two California cities top list of metro areas homebuyers are leaving

A new report has listed San Francisco and Los Angeles as the two top U.S. cities in which homebuyers were looking to leave. 

Feeling the heat: Home energy costs spike well beyond predicted jumps this winter

Economists have been warning Americans of a worldwide energy crunch due to political, environmental and inflation fueled sources. The EIA forecasted Americans would spend 30% to heat their homes. Were they right?

These US states are raising minimum wage in 2023, with 4 above $15

More than 20 states are raising their minimum wage next year, some adjusting for inflation and others to build their way up to the called-for $15 an hour.

Biden visits Arizona computer chip site, highlights jobs

President Joe Biden visited the site for a new computer chip plant in Arizona, using it as a chance to emphasize how his policies are fostering job growth in what could be a challenge to the incoming Republican House majority.

Recession is expected in Q1 2023: Bank of America

Bank of America economists expect a recession to emerge in the beginning of 2023. Here’s how to keep your finances on track.

ASU's major role in Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing Company coming to Arizona

Arizona State University played a crucial role in bringing the microelectronics industry, specifically Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing Company, to Phoenix.

House passes bill to avert railroad strike, impose deal on unions

If an agreement wasn't reached before a Dec. 9 deadline, the unions threatened to strike -- which would have devastating effects on the U.S. economy.

Inflation relief checks going to residents in these states. See if you qualify

With inflation running near the highest level in 40 years, Republican and Democratic leaders in some states are offering stimulus payments to residents.

Biden asks Congress to block potential railroad strike

President Joe Biden is calling on Congress to pass legislation to intervene and block a railroad strike before next month’s deadline in the stalled contract talks.

Cyber Monday deals lure in shoppers amid high inflation

Consumers are hopping online to find more discounts on gifts that have increased in price due to inflation. The popular online shopping day is projected to rake in more than $11 billion in sales.