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.
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.
The economy is young voter's top issue in Michigan, other swing states this election
A poll of young voters ahead of the 2024 election found one issue dominated all others when they considered who they want for president.
A poll of young voters ahead of the 2024 election found one issue dominated all others when they considered who they want for president.
Scammed? The BBB has a survival guide ready to help
More people are targeted every day by scams - and some fall victim. Here's a tool for what to do after that happens.
More people are targeted every day by scams - and some fall victim. Here's a tool for what to do after that happens.
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.
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.
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.
The U.S. gross national debt hit $35,001,278,179,208.67 on Monday, according to the Treasury Department.
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.
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.
Great Resignation 2.0 could be on the horizon, with 3 in 10 workers planning to quit in 2024, survey shows
Low pay, desire for better benefits and search for less stressful work are some reasons behind the shift.
Low pay, desire for better benefits and search for less stressful work are some reasons behind the shift.
New 401(k) rule makes it easier to tap savings for emergencies
A new law has made it easier for Americans to tap their 401(k)s and other retirement accounts for emergency funds as they continue to battle high inflation.
A new law has made it easier for Americans to tap their 401(k)s and other retirement accounts for emergency funds as they continue to battle high inflation.
Social Security just announced a change for millions of beneficiaries
Millions of Social Security recipients must switch to a new Login.gov portal to continue accessing their online account information, as announced by the Social Security Administration.
Millions of Social Security recipients must switch to a new Login.gov portal to continue accessing their online account information, as announced by the Social Security Administration.
How Detroit's Urban Entrepreneurship Initiative got started
How do computers talk to one another? That question would one day lead to a business venture, millions of dollars, and an incubator for countless other jobs.
How do computers talk to one another? That question would one day lead to a business venture, millions of dollars, and an incubator for countless other jobs.
Here's the salary you need to be in the top 1% in all 50 states
In some states, Americans need to earn more than $1 million annually to be a part of the top 1%, according to a study from GoBankingRates.
In some states, Americans need to earn more than $1 million annually to be a part of the top 1%, according to a study from GoBankingRates.
Las Vegas' Mirage to give away $1.6M before closing: Here's how you can win
The Mirage on the Las Vegas Strip is set to give away $1.6 million in a "Progressive Finale Cash Giveaway" before it transforms into the Hard Rock Casino.
The Mirage on the Las Vegas Strip is set to give away $1.6 million in a "Progressive Finale Cash Giveaway" before it transforms into the Hard Rock Casino.
Job scams surged 118% in 2023 due to AI, watchdog group warns
People who are suspicious of a possible scam should confirm the source of the request for personal information.
People who are suspicious of a possible scam should confirm the source of the request for personal information.
Prepare to pay for your bank accounts, Chase warns customers
Chase’s CEO says customers using free services like checking accounts and wealth-management tools could get charged.
Chase’s CEO says customers using free services like checking accounts and wealth-management tools could get charged.
Price of postage stamps to be raised soon, despite recent increase
The USPS raised the price of stamps to 68 cents in January.
The USPS raised the price of stamps to 68 cents in January.
U.S. unemployment rate rises to 4.1% with 206,000 jobs added in June
U.S. employers added 206,000 jobs in June, exceeding expectations, with the unemployment rate rising to 4.1%, while April and May job data was revised down, average hourly earnings increased by 3.9%, and hiring was strong in government, social assistance, and health care, influencing potential Federal Reserve rate cuts.
U.S. employers added 206,000 jobs in June, exceeding expectations, with the unemployment rate rising to 4.1%, while April and May job data was revised down, average hourly earnings increased by 3.9%, and hiring was strong in government, social assistance, and health care, influencing potential Federal Reserve rate cuts.
John Deere announces mass layoffs in Midwest amid production shift to Mexico
John Deere is reportedly slashing positions for hundreds of employees in the Midwest by the end of summer.
John Deere is reportedly slashing positions for hundreds of employees in the Midwest by the end of summer.
$82.5 billion Michigan budget passed by Democrats
An $82.5 billion 2025 budget was passed overnight by Michigan Democrats.
An $82.5 billion 2025 budget was passed overnight by Michigan Democrats.
Rare $500 banknote from 1934 set for auction
A rare $500 banknote from 1934 will be auctioned on Wednesday by England-based Hanson’s Auctioneers.
A rare $500 banknote from 1934 will be auctioned on Wednesday by England-based Hanson’s Auctioneers.
Major retailers closing doors amid inflation, lower consumer demand
Major retail chains are being forced to close thousands of brick-and-mortar stores across the U.S., with a number of reasons cited for the shutdowns.
Major retail chains are being forced to close thousands of brick-and-mortar stores across the U.S., with a number of reasons cited for the shutdowns.