US stocks remain relatively calm after Supreme Court strikes down Trump’s tariffs
U.S. stocks edged slightly higher on Friday after the Supreme Court struck down President Donald Trump's sweeping tariffs.
U.S. stocks edged slightly higher on Friday after the Supreme Court struck down President Donald Trump's sweeping tariffs.
Study reveals which states have the highest and lowest income tax burdens - See where your state ranks
Americans across the country are filing their income taxes and depending on where you live, your state’s effective tax rate determines how much of your annual income is taxed.
Americans across the country are filing their income taxes and depending on where you live, your state’s effective tax rate determines how much of your annual income is taxed.
Stimulus payment February 2026, IRS direct deposit relief, tariff dividend & tax refund fact check
Claims about new stimulus checks, IRS direct deposits, relief payments and tariff dividends spread throughout 2025 — and they’re still circulating in 2026. But is there any truth to them?
Claims about new stimulus checks, IRS direct deposits, relief payments and tariff dividends spread throughout 2025 — and they’re still circulating in 2026. But is there any truth to them?
Bill would guarantee paid sick leave for all US workers if passed
All American workers could earn up to one week of paid sick time a year under the proposed legislation.
All American workers could earn up to one week of paid sick time a year under the proposed legislation.
Americans see bigger tax refunds so far this year as filing season begins at a slower pace
The average tax refund has jumped to $2,290, despite fewer people filing returns in the early weeks of tax season.
The average tax refund has jumped to $2,290, despite fewer people filing returns in the early weeks of tax season.
How Americans are prioritizing money goals in 2026: survey
A new Bankrate survey shows Americans are trying to balance emergency savings and credit card debt — but most aren’t making meaningful progress.
A new Bankrate survey shows Americans are trying to balance emergency savings and credit card debt — but most aren’t making meaningful progress.
The typical American worker has just $955 saved for retirement, study shows
The median American worker has just $955 saved for retirement through a defined contribution plan like a 401(k) account, a new study found.
The median American worker has just $955 saved for retirement through a defined contribution plan like a 401(k) account, a new study found.
Inflation measure dips to nearly five-year low as gas prices drop, housing costs ease
The latest Consumer Price Index released Friday shows that inflation is cooling slightly as apartment prices slowed and gas prices dipped, offering a bit of relief to consumers dealing with rising costs in the past couple of years.
The latest Consumer Price Index released Friday shows that inflation is cooling slightly as apartment prices slowed and gas prices dipped, offering a bit of relief to consumers dealing with rising costs in the past couple of years.
Nancy Guthrie disappearance case puts spotlight on cryptocurrency tracking
The disappearance of Nancy Guthrie has drawn attention to the role of cryptocurrency in kidnappings following reports that her alleged captors are demanding payment in Bitcoin.
The disappearance of Nancy Guthrie has drawn attention to the role of cryptocurrency in kidnappings following reports that her alleged captors are demanding payment in Bitcoin.
SNAP junk-food purchase restrictions taking effect in three more states - see where
More states are implementing restrictions on food purchases by SNAP recipients and banning them from using their taxpayer-funded food assistance benefit to purchase junk food.
More states are implementing restrictions on food purchases by SNAP recipients and banning them from using their taxpayer-funded food assistance benefit to purchase junk food.
How far do you live from an affordable grocery store? New map reveals surprising food deserts
ILSR created an interactive map showing how close Americans live to affordable grocery stores and highlighting the growing spread of food deserts.
ILSR created an interactive map showing how close Americans live to affordable grocery stores and highlighting the growing spread of food deserts.
January jobs report shows US added 130K jobs exceeding economists expectations
The Labor Department's Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) jobs report released Wednesday shows U.S. employers added 130,000 jobs in January, above the expectations of economists.
The Labor Department's Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) jobs report released Wednesday shows U.S. employers added 130,000 jobs in January, above the expectations of economists.
Debt collection calls spiked in 2025: Here's where
Complaints about debt collection calls rose sharply across the country in 2025, according to new data from the Federal Trade Commission.
Complaints about debt collection calls rose sharply across the country in 2025, according to new data from the Federal Trade Commission.
Eddie Bauer retail operator files for bankruptcy, begins liquidation sales
The 106-year-old brand founded in Seattle will begin liquidation sales while seeking buyer for brick-and-mortar operations.
The 106-year-old brand founded in Seattle will begin liquidation sales while seeking buyer for brick-and-mortar operations.
Walmart boosts pay potential for some pharmacy staff, college degree not required
Walmart is expanding higher-paying pharmacy leadership roles and boosting earning potential for thousands of workers.
Walmart is expanding higher-paying pharmacy leadership roles and boosting earning potential for thousands of workers.
Why medals at the 2026 Winter Olympics are worth more than ever
Record prices for gold and silver make the 2026 Olympic medals the most valuable ever. Here's a look.
Record prices for gold and silver make the 2026 Olympic medals the most valuable ever. Here's a look.
Dow Jones hits record 50,000 points for first time: What to know
The U.S. stock market roared back Friday, as technology stocks recovered much of their losses from earlier in the week.
The U.S. stock market roared back Friday, as technology stocks recovered much of their losses from earlier in the week.
Mastering the dollar: These cities rank as the top budgeters in 2026, data suggests
From credit card debt to daily spending, residents in specific areas nationwide have implemented best practices when it comes to living on a budget, according to a new report.
From credit card debt to daily spending, residents in specific areas nationwide have implemented best practices when it comes to living on a budget, according to a new report.
Here's when to expect your tax refund from the IRS
Tax season kicked off last week, which means some Americans could see their refunds in just a few weeks.
Tax season kicked off last week, which means some Americans could see their refunds in just a few weeks.
Tariffs may have cost US economy thousands of jobs monthly, Fed analysis reveals
A new Federal Reserve analysis found that tariffs may have slowed job growth in the U.S. economy in 2025.
A new Federal Reserve analysis found that tariffs may have slowed job growth in the U.S. economy in 2025.