Report: Tampa Bay area tops cities where inflation is rising the most

Report: Tampa Bay area tops cities where inflation is rising the most

The latest numbers from the Consumer Price Index show an increase in inflation by 0.5% for the month and 6.4% over the last 12 months. In the Tampa metro area, that number was at 8.9% for the last 12 months with food, energy and housing costs among the largest contributors to the monthly increases.

The latest numbers from the Consumer Price Index show an increase in inflation by 0.5% for the month and 6.4% over the last 12 months. In the Tampa metro area, that number was at 8.9% for the last 12 months with food, energy and housing costs among the largest contributors to the monthly increases.

TECO, Duke Energy customers face higher bills as utility companies ask Florida to approve more rate hikes

TECO, Duke Energy customers face higher bills as utility companies ask Florida to approve more rate hikes

Duke Energy Florida and Tampa Electric Co. are seeking state approval to pass along hundreds of millions of dollars in additional costs to customers because of hurricanes and higher-than-expected natural gas prices. If approved, Duke customers would see a 20% increase in their bills, while TECO's rates would go up by 10%.

Duke Energy Florida and Tampa Electric Co. are seeking state approval to pass along hundreds of millions of dollars in additional costs to customers because of hurricanes and higher-than-expected natural gas prices. If approved, Duke customers would see a 20% increase in their bills, while TECO's rates would go up by 10%.

Is tipping getting out of control? Most consumers say yes

Is tipping getting out of control? Most consumers say yes

As more businesses adopt digital payment methods, consumers are prompted to leave a tip at places they typically wouldn’t. Some feel it has become more frustrating as the price of items has risen because of inflation.

As more businesses adopt digital payment methods, consumers are prompted to leave a tip at places they typically wouldn’t. Some feel it has become more frustrating as the price of items has risen because of inflation.

FTC proposes rule banning noncompete clauses for workers

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.

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

Florida leads country in population growth for the first time in 65 years

Florida leads country in population growth for the first time in 65 years

This week, the US Census Bureau named Florida the fastest-growing state in the country. The population here grew 1.9% from 2021 to 2022. 

This week, the US Census Bureau named Florida the fastest-growing state in the country. The population here grew 1.9% from 2021 to 2022. 

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

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.

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.

Nearly half of US workers hope to get promoted, a raise in 2023, survey shows

Nearly half of US workers hope to get promoted, a raise in 2023, survey shows

According to the survey, which polled 1,000 full-time U.S. employees in December, the majority of respondents (60%) felt somewhat valued or not at all valued at work.

According to the survey, which polled 1,000 full-time U.S. employees in December, the majority of respondents (60%) felt somewhat valued or not at all valued at work.

Fed raises key interest rate by half a point, signals more to come

Fed raises key interest rate by half a point, signals more to come

The latest move will further heighten the costs of many consumer and business loans and increases the risk of a recession.

The latest move will further heighten the costs of many consumer and business loans and increases the risk of a recession.

Florida's gas prices continue falling as holiday travel nears

Florida's gas prices continue falling as holiday travel nears

The average price of a gallon of gas in Florida dropped another 12 cents in the last week, and drivers could see more relief as they travel for the holidays. Prices at the pump have plunged 42 cents since last month, and analysts say the state average could go below $3 before Christmas Day.

The average price of a gallon of gas in Florida dropped another 12 cents in the last week, and drivers could see more relief as they travel for the holidays. Prices at the pump have plunged 42 cents since last month, and analysts say the state average could go below $3 before Christmas Day.

Average price of gas plunges to cheapest in over a year

Average price of gas plunges to cheapest in over a year

While the White House was quick to point out the latest numbers, AAA says seasonality is the main cause — and not everyone is seeing cheaper gas.

While the White House was quick to point out the latest numbers, AAA says seasonality is the main cause — and not everyone is seeing cheaper gas.

Florida homeowners, businesses to see higher electric bills in January

Florida homeowners, businesses to see higher electric bills in January

State regulators Tuesday approved utility costs that will translate to higher electric bills in January for homeowners and businesses — and the pain won’t end there.

State regulators Tuesday approved utility costs that will translate to higher electric bills in January for homeowners and businesses — and the pain won’t end there.

These US states are raising minimum wage in 2023, with 4 above $15

These US states are raising minimum wage in 2023, with 4 above $15

More than 20 states are raising their minimum wage next year, some adjusting for inflation and others to build their way up to the called-for $15 an hour.

More than 20 states are raising their minimum wage next year, some adjusting for inflation and others to build their way up to the called-for $15 an hour.