China’s economy grew 5.4% before US tariffs hit; slowdown likely, analysts warn
China’s economy posted 5.4% growth in the first quarter of 2025, fueled by strong exports ahead of steep new US tariffs. But economists warn a slowdown is likely as trade tensions escalate.
China’s economy posted 5.4% growth in the first quarter of 2025, fueled by strong exports ahead of steep new US tariffs. But economists warn a slowdown is likely as trade tensions escalate.
Billionaire hedge fund manager warns tariffs could trigger conditions 'worse than a recession'
Billionaire hedge fund manager Ray Dalio said that the U.S. economy could experience something "worse than a recession" if current economic and financial challenges aren't handled well.
Billionaire hedge fund manager Ray Dalio said that the U.S. economy could experience something "worse than a recession" if current economic and financial challenges aren't handled well.
Tips to avoid tax surprises next year
Did you owe a ton of taxes this year? Or maybe you got a refund you weren’t expecting? Here’s a look at how to get a handle on those surprises now ahead of next year.
Did you owe a ton of taxes this year? Or maybe you got a refund you weren’t expecting? Here’s a look at how to get a handle on those surprises now ahead of next year.
The easiest states to save money in 2025
A new study ranked all 50 states to find out how easy — or difficult — it was for residents to grow their savings. Here’s what they found.
A new study ranked all 50 states to find out how easy — or difficult — it was for residents to grow their savings. Here’s what they found.
How much is the average tax refund in 2025? It depends on where you live
A new report shows tax refunds are larger in 2025—but fewer people are receiving them. Geography, income, and tax policy all play a role in how much money Americans get back from the IRS.
A new report shows tax refunds are larger in 2025—but fewer people are receiving them. Geography, income, and tax policy all play a role in how much money Americans get back from the IRS.
Trump suggests he may pause 25% auto tariffs amid market concerns
President Trump says he may temporarily pause his 25% auto tariffs to give carmakers time to adjust supply chains, adding more uncertainty to global markets already shaken by his shifting trade policies.
President Trump says he may temporarily pause his 25% auto tariffs to give carmakers time to adjust supply chains, adding more uncertainty to global markets already shaken by his shifting trade policies.
Filing a tax extension: How to do it, what taxpayers in disaster areas should know
Those who experienced a weather disaster this past year may be granted an automatic extension to file your taxes. Here’s how to check.
Those who experienced a weather disaster this past year may be granted an automatic extension to file your taxes. Here’s how to check.
American consumers see tariff surcharges on their receipts amid trade war
American consumers are noticing a new line on their shopping receipts — a tariff surcharge.
American consumers are noticing a new line on their shopping receipts — a tariff surcharge.
List: The cities most affected by inflation in 2025
A recent study shows that some cities across the country are impacted more by inflation than others. Here's where your area ranks on the list.
A recent study shows that some cities across the country are impacted more by inflation than others. Here's where your area ranks on the list.
Chinese-based Amazon sellers weigh price hikes or exiting US market: report
Chinese sellers on Amazon's marketplace are weighing whether to hike prices in the U.S. or leave the market entirely due to President Donald Trump's tariffs on China.
Chinese sellers on Amazon's marketplace are weighing whether to hike prices in the U.S. or leave the market entirely due to President Donald Trump's tariffs on China.
China retaliates: Tariffs on American goods hiked from 84% to 125%
China called the United States’ tactics “bullying and coercive” and said the tariffs imposed by President Donald Trump violated “basic economic laws.”
China called the United States’ tactics “bullying and coercive” and said the tariffs imposed by President Donald Trump violated “basic economic laws.”
List: These are the groceries that have increased in price the most
Grocery prices keep rising – and these items are seeing the biggest price hikes, according to a new analysis.
Grocery prices keep rising – and these items are seeing the biggest price hikes, according to a new analysis.
Inflation fell in March despite Trump tariffs: Here's why
Inflation fell to its lowest numbers since September last month, despite President Trump’s back-and-forth on tariffs and uncertainty surrounding the economy.
Inflation fell to its lowest numbers since September last month, despite President Trump’s back-and-forth on tariffs and uncertainty surrounding the economy.
House moves Trump's budget bill forward: Here's what's next
The Republican-led U.S. House of Representatives narrowly approved a budget framework that advances up to $1.5 trillion in tax breaks and cuts.
The Republican-led U.S. House of Representatives narrowly approved a budget framework that advances up to $1.5 trillion in tax breaks and cuts.
Trump tariff summary: Where things stand after pause
Here's a look at some of the main tariffs that have been imposed on major U.S. trading partners since January and how those have changed since their announcement.
Here's a look at some of the main tariffs that have been imposed on major U.S. trading partners since January and how those have changed since their announcement.
Detroit man goes from homeless to millionaire
A man went from being homeless, sleeping in his car outside fancy houses in Detroit, to buying one of those houses and becoming a self-made millionaire.
A man went from being homeless, sleeping in his car outside fancy houses in Detroit, to buying one of those houses and becoming a self-made millionaire.
Items to buy before companies have to restock, pay China tariffs
With all the uncertainty with the tariffs, economists are warning Americans if they have to make big purchases, make them now.
With all the uncertainty with the tariffs, economists are warning Americans if they have to make big purchases, make them now.
Trump limits tariffs on most nations for 90 days; raises Chinese import tax rate to 125%
Trump’s sweeping new tariffs took effect on Wednesday morning, but by the afternoon, nearly all of them were lowered and paused -- except for China, which he hit with a 125% import tax.
Trump’s sweeping new tariffs took effect on Wednesday morning, but by the afternoon, nearly all of them were lowered and paused -- except for China, which he hit with a 125% import tax.
Stocks soar as Trump announces 90-day tariff pause—China excluded; Dow jumps 2,000 points
Stocks rallied after President Trump announced a 90-day pause on tariffs, excluding China, pushing the Dow up 2,000 points.
Stocks rallied after President Trump announced a 90-day pause on tariffs, excluding China, pushing the Dow up 2,000 points.
Man finds winning lotto ticket while helping mom clean: ‘Did that really just happen?’
According to the family, the holiday-themed ticket didn’t make it into their Christmas stocking.
According to the family, the holiday-themed ticket didn’t make it into their Christmas stocking.