Diners shocked at higher price for popular Denny’s platter
The cost of the Lumberjack Slam breakfast at Denny's has risen steadily in recent years.
Dow, S&P 500, Nasdaq have worst session since 2022
U.S. stocks registered the worst session since 2022 after a string of weak economic reports jolted investor fears that a recession may be brewing.
Study ranks US states with most financially-distressed residents
WalletHub's recent study reveals the U.S. states with the most financially-distressed residents, highlighting surprising trends and economic struggles. Michigan tops the list, followed closely by Texas and Nevada.
Fed holds key interest rate, investors eye Sept. cut
The Federal Reserve announced they will keep its key interest rate the same the same this month with the next opportunity to lower it coming in September.
Federal Reserve sees progress with inflation, hinting that a rate cut is near
The Federal Reserve said progress was made to lower inflation, suggesting that the central bank is moving closer to cutting its key interest rate for the first time in four years.
Here's how much teachers spend out of their own pockets for their classroom
With a new school year starting soon, teachers like parents are spending more on school supplies ensuring students have what they need in the classroom.
Here's how many Americans admit to shoplifting, and where they do it most often
The majority of Americans who admitted to recently shoplifting said inflation and finances were a factor in their decision.
Here's how much parents spend on average for back-to-school supplies
A recent survey of American parents found how much parents spend on average for back-to-school supplies per child, per year. It also found the highest-spending and lowest-spending states.
Starbucks quarterly revenue falls on weak traffic in US and China
Starbucks' revenue fell 1% in the April-June period as customer traffic weakened in the U.S. and China.
US national debt tops $35 trillion, hitting new record
The U.S. gross national debt hit $35,001,278,179,208.67 on Monday, according to the Treasury Department.
'In God We Trust': A history of our national motto
The phrase “In God We Trust" was officially (and legally) dubbed the national motto of the United States in 1956.
Small inflation rise keeps interest rate cut likely
Inflation rose .1% month-over-month, keeping analysts hopeful for an interest rate cut by the Federal Reserve this autumn.
High rents and housing costs strain American budgets
A new study from Harvard shows how high housing costs and rents are making life hard on Americans.
Parents say schools asking too much for back-to-school supplies: Survey
Parents are expected to spend billions of dollars collectively on back-to-school shopping this year.
US economic growth increased last quarter to a healthy 2.8% annual rate
The nation’s economy accelerated last quarter at a strong 2.8% annual pace, with consumers and businesses helping drive growth despite the pressure of continually high interest rates.
Study: Americans must make over $1 million per year to be in the top 1% in these states
What does it take to be among the top 1% in America? The answer depends on what U.S. state you call home, according to a new study.
Bosses admit that return-to-office mandates were meant to make staff quit
Bosses implemented return-to-office mandates hoping their workers would quit
Store clerk accused of stealing $1M lottery ticket from rightful owner, attempting to cash it
A Tennessee store clerk has been arrested and charged with theft over $250,000 for allegedly stealing a $1 million winning lottery ticket.
Home prices hit another record in June even as sales fall: What to know
U.S. home prices hit another all-time high in June, even as sales of existing homes fell, according to data shared by the National Association of Realtors.
Americans are falling behind on their car payments, data shows
Recent data from auto experts shows that Americans are struggling with car payments, with the number of defaults industrywide up in the first half of 2024.