Americans admit it's harder than usual to afford gifts this holiday season, poll finds
Americans aren’t feeling the Christmas cheer this year thanks to persistent high prices and a job market that appears to have entered a deep freeze.
Trump's management of the economy hits its lowest point, poll finds
A new poll is showing declines in Trump’s economic and immigration approval. Here’s what we know.
October jobs openings report shows slight uptick with 7.67 million open positions
The Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) on Tuesday released its October job openings report, which shows job openings up slightly at 7.67 million open positions.
What Trump's $12 billion farmer bailout package could mean for grocery prices
The funds will be used to help U.S. farmers pay off their debts and plan financially for next year's planting, which will in turn ensure that they can keep producing food, and therefore stabilize the U.S. food supply.
These states unemployment claims are decreasing the most, data finds
With applications for unemployment benefits falling nationwide to one of its lowest marks in a few years, these states experienced the biggest drop in claims filed.
Oil and gas prices expected to stay significantly lower through 2026
Noticing some relief at the gas pump? Oil and gas prices are expected to stay significantly lower through 2026, according to the latest forecast from the Energy Information Administration.
Delayed $3.6B aid that helps families pay to heat their homes released to states
Approximately $3.6 billion in delayed funding for heating assistance was released Friday to states and tribes. Here’s what we know.
What did Thanksgiving cost 50 years ago?
In the 1970s, inflation may have been the word of the decade. People also had to contend with a shortage of oil that led to rationing and long lines at gas stations.
HP to slash up to 6,000 jobs by 2028 in massive AI transformation push
Tech giant HP is looking to cut $1B in costs in next three years, and is cutting thousands of jobs in the meantime.
Dick's Sporting Goods plans to close some Foot Locker stores
Dick's Sporting Goods plans to close underperforming Foot Locker stores after its $2.4 billion acquisition to boost profitability and growth.
Middle-income Americans pessimistic about their financial future amid persistent inflation, analysis shows
A new report report found that middle-income Americans are suffering from an "inflation hangover" after several years of price hikes.
Verizon layoffs: Company to cut thousands of jobs
Verizon is laying off more than 13,000 employees in mass job reductions that arrive as the telecommunications giant says it must “reorient" its entire company. Here's what we know.
Delayed September jobs report shows US added surprising 119K jobs: What to know
The Department of Labor said Thursday the U.S. economy added 119,000 jobs in September, above economists' estimates. The unemployment rate rose to 4.4% in September, which was higher than economists' expectations.
More Americans are falling behind on their utility bills, analysis shows
A new analysis finds that millions of Americans have utility debt so substantial that it may get sent to collections.
IRS unveils 401K and IRA contribution limits for 2026. What we know
Starting in 2026, the IRS is raising the contribution limits for 401K and retirement accounts, and here's how you can save a little more next year.
When will SNAP payments resume now that the government shutdown has ended?
The bill for the Agriculture Department means people who rely on key food assistance programs will see those benefits funded without threat of interruption through the rest of the budget year.
U.S. Mint in Philadelphia to end penny production, last 1-cent coin pressed
In a historic moment for American currency, the U.S. Mint has struck its final penny. After more than 230 years of continuous production, the one-cent coin is being phased out in a symbolic moment, shifting away from cash.
Supreme Court extends order blocking full SNAP payments
The order will expire just before midnight Thursday.
Is a new stimulus payment coming? November 2025 IRS direct deposit fact check
Trump's $2,000 tariff dividend is fueling a new stimulus buzz.
OpenAI launches free ChatGPT program for transitioning veterans entering civilian workforce
OpenAI launched a free ChatGPT Plus program for transitioning veterans and service members, as the initiative tackles the employment challenge with AI-powered career tools.