Explain tariffs to me: What are they? How do they work?
A tariff is a tax imposed on imported goods and services. Here's what to know about them, why they're used, and what economists say.
A tariff is a tax imposed on imported goods and services. Here's what to know about them, why they're used, and what economists say.
Citibank makes an $81 trillion error. What we know
The financial mistake was corrected after it was caused by what a company spokesperson called an “inputting error."
The financial mistake was corrected after it was caused by what a company spokesperson called an “inputting error."
Trump announces agricultural tariffs: What that could mean
The president claims his administration will introduce the tariffs on farm products starting in April.
The president claims his administration will introduce the tariffs on farm products starting in April.
Here are the cities with the most credit cards, study says
Americans hold an average of five credit cards, but in some cities, residents carry more than six. A new WalletHub report reveals the U.S. cities where credit card ownership is growing fastest.
Americans hold an average of five credit cards, but in some cities, residents carry more than six. A new WalletHub report reveals the U.S. cities where credit card ownership is growing fastest.
The tooth fairy is getting stingier, annual survey reveals
The Tooth Fairy's generosity is fading, with the average gift for a lost tooth dropping 14% over the past year, according to Delta Dental's 2025 Original Tooth Fairy Poll.
The Tooth Fairy's generosity is fading, with the average gift for a lost tooth dropping 14% over the past year, according to Delta Dental's 2025 Original Tooth Fairy Poll.
Social Security March payment schedule: Here’s when checks go out
Social security payments are sent monthly, but the date can vary depending on the 2025 calendar and when you were born.
Social security payments are sent monthly, but the date can vary depending on the 2025 calendar and when you were born.
Nationwide economic blackout call gains momentum
A grassroots organization is asking Americans not to spend any money, all day, on Feb. 28, and the call is gaining a degree of traction online.
A grassroots organization is asking Americans not to spend any money, all day, on Feb. 28, and the call is gaining a degree of traction online.
Feb. 28 is Economic Blackout Day: What does that mean?
A grassroots organization is encouraging U.S. residents not to spend any money on Friday.
A grassroots organization is encouraging U.S. residents not to spend any money on Friday.
401(k) balances hit second highest on record: Fidelity
Balances for 401(k) accounts averaged $131,700 in the fourth quarter, according to Fidelity.
Balances for 401(k) accounts averaged $131,700 in the fourth quarter, according to Fidelity.
Trump's tariffs on Mexico and Canada planned for Tuesday; China tariffs to double
President Donald Trump's 25% tariffs on Mexico and Canada are expected to go into effect on March 4, as critics warn it will drastically raise prices in the U.S.
President Donald Trump's 25% tariffs on Mexico and Canada are expected to go into effect on March 4, as critics warn it will drastically raise prices in the U.S.
Minimum wage earners must work impossible number of hours to afford rent: report
Despite many minimum-wage workers living in apartments with below-average rents, they’re still spending more than 30% of their income on housing.
Despite many minimum-wage workers living in apartments with below-average rents, they’re still spending more than 30% of their income on housing.
Did no-tax-on-overtime pass? What to know after House adopts budget resolution
The framework that passed on Tuesday is only a budget resolution to set overall targets for the future and does not change tax law. Here's what's next.
The framework that passed on Tuesday is only a budget resolution to set overall targets for the future and does not change tax law. Here's what's next.
Social Security payments rising for millions after new law: Who qualifies?
Millions of retired teachers, firefighters, and police officers will see higher Social Security benefits following changes to federal law. Here’s what to know.
Millions of retired teachers, firefighters, and police officers will see higher Social Security benefits following changes to federal law. Here’s what to know.
Joann's Fabrics becomes latest big box retailer to announce store closures
Joann's Fabrics is closing all its stores, leaving one Gilbert strip mall down five store fronts. Despite the big box closures, one expert is saying in-person retail is still a strong economic driver.
Joann's Fabrics is closing all its stores, leaving one Gilbert strip mall down five store fronts. Despite the big box closures, one expert is saying in-person retail is still a strong economic driver.
Denny's increases prices due to rising egg costs
Another breakfast chain is upping their costs due to rising egg prices. Denny's announced some locations will be adding a surcharge to meals containing eggs, and the pricing will vary by location. It comes as an ongoing bird flu outbreak continues to reduce egg supplies in the U.S.
Another breakfast chain is upping their costs due to rising egg prices. Denny's announced some locations will be adding a surcharge to meals containing eggs, and the pricing will vary by location. It comes as an ongoing bird flu outbreak continues to reduce egg supplies in the U.S.
1 in 3 Americans have 'layoff anxiety' in 2025, survey finds
Many companies, including Starbucks and Chevron, have already announced layoffs this year.
Many companies, including Starbucks and Chevron, have already announced layoffs this year.
Student loan IDR plans: What could happen under federal budget proposals
House Republicans and federal courts are targeting student loan repayment plans, potentially raising monthly payments for millions of borrowers. Here’s what to know.
House Republicans and federal courts are targeting student loan repayment plans, potentially raising monthly payments for millions of borrowers. Here’s what to know.
How to save money at the grocery store: Survey found these top ideas
As grocery prices tick up, 88% of Americans say they’re changing the way they shop. Here's how.
As grocery prices tick up, 88% of Americans say they’re changing the way they shop. Here's how.
With inflation high, some Americans have stopped tipping for these services
More than half of consumers say rising inflation is impacting their tipping habits, according to a new survey.
More than half of consumers say rising inflation is impacting their tipping habits, according to a new survey.
DOGE workers quit: 21 federal technology staffers resign
Twenty-one federal technology staffers who were recently integrated into DOGE’s government-slashing effort resigned en masse from their jobs Tuesday. Here’s what they said.
Twenty-one federal technology staffers who were recently integrated into DOGE’s government-slashing effort resigned en masse from their jobs Tuesday. Here’s what they said.