FTC proposes rule banning noncompete clauses for workers

The Federal Trade Commission says the rule would open new job opportunities for 30 million Americans and raise wages by $300 billion a year.

Here's when Social Security payments with 2023 COLA increase will arrive

Millions of Social Security recipients will start getting an 8.7% boost in their benefits this month. The payment date depends on the recipient's birthday.

Mega Millions climbs to $640 million after no Tuesday winner

There were some second-prize winners on Tuesday night, officials said. Here were the numbers drawn and details about the next big jackpot drawing.

Man wins $1M lottery prize while getting gas for wife

Christian Kalil of Massachusetts chose the annuity option and will receive 20 annual payments of $50,000 before taxes.

Holiday sales increase 7.6% despite the squeeze of inflation

U.S. sales between Nov. 1 and Dec. 24, a period that is critical for retailers, were fueled by spending at restaurants and on clothing.

Secure 2.0: How the new spending bill could affect your retirement

The retirement savings measure labeled Secure 2.0 would reset how people enroll in retirement plans. Here's how it works.

Here's how much pay Americans say they'd need to start a new job

A recent survey from the Federal Reserve Bank of New York reveals most people will hop to a new job for a starting salary a little over $73,000 a year.

Senate passes $1.7T spending bill to fund government, aid Ukraine

The Senate has passed a $1.7 trillion bill to finance federal agencies through September, aid Ukraine and provide assistance to communities recovering from hurricanes, floods and other natural disasters.

Treasury department delays electric vehicle tax credit changes

The Treasury Department has pushed the issuance of guidance for new electric vehicle tax credit rules from January to March as it continues to develop them.

Attorney: FTX founder Bankman-Fried agrees to extradition to US

A court hearing was stopped earlier in the day when his attorneys said it was premature for him to stand before the court.

Senate passes bill to fund government through Dec. 23, heads to Biden's desk

The Senate has passed legislation to fund the government for an additional week as lawmakers race to finish work on a full-year spending package before they head home for the holidays and a new Congress is sworn in.

How Federal Reserve’s series of rate hikes could affect your finances

As interest rates increase, many economists say they fear a recession could happen — and with it, job losses that may cause hardship for households already badly impacted by inflation.