The unemployment rate barely rose, but only 175,000 jobs were added in April
The unemployment rate barely budged, rising to 3.9% while just 175,000 jobs were added.
The unemployment rate barely budged, rising to 3.9% while just 175,000 jobs were added.
Americans paid slightly more for fuel this week as gas prices rose by a few cents, on average
Fuel costs didn't go up by much this week due to low oil prices and a lull in demand.
Fuel costs didn't go up by much this week due to low oil prices and a lull in demand.
Man wins fight with Cartier after buying $14,000 earrings for $14
A man was shocked at how cheap the earrings were online, and it started a dispute with the luxury jeweler.
A man was shocked at how cheap the earrings were online, and it started a dispute with the luxury jeweler.
Cinco de Mayo: State-by-state guide to margarita costs
Today's Homeowner reports that the cost of making a homemade margarita in the U.S. varies regionally, with a national average of $2.56 per drink.
Today's Homeowner reports that the cost of making a homemade margarita in the U.S. varies regionally, with a national average of $2.56 per drink.
Here’s how many different grocery stores Americans visit per week, and what they buy
How many different grocery stores do Americans visit for their weekly haul? A recent consumer survey found the answer, as well as how much they spend, what they buy, and more.
How many different grocery stores do Americans visit for their weekly haul? A recent consumer survey found the answer, as well as how much they spend, what they buy, and more.
Americans adjust retirement goals up 15 percent but savings drop: survey
U.S. adults believe they will need at least $1.46 million to retire in style, a Northwestern Mutual survey said.
U.S. adults believe they will need at least $1.46 million to retire in style, a Northwestern Mutual survey said.
Interest rates not changing until inflation cools, Federal Reserve says
The Federal Reserve announced its decision to maintain its key interest rate at a two-decade high of roughly 5.3% amid ongoing concerns about high inflation.
The Federal Reserve announced its decision to maintain its key interest rate at a two-decade high of roughly 5.3% amid ongoing concerns about high inflation.
Mother's Day 2024: near-record spending of $33.5 billion expected
According to the latest annual consumer survey by the National Retail Federation (NRF), Mother's Day spending is projected to hit $33.5 billion this year.
According to the latest annual consumer survey by the National Retail Federation (NRF), Mother's Day spending is projected to hit $33.5 billion this year.
IRS to decide on restoring free tax site amid uncertain future of program
The government pilot program rolled out this tax season allowed some taxpayers in 12 states to submit their returns directly to the IRS for free.
The government pilot program rolled out this tax season allowed some taxpayers in 12 states to submit their returns directly to the IRS for free.
Why now is the best time to visit Japan, thanks to a weak yen
Here are the best things to do when visiting Japan to make your dollar stretch further as the yen drops to historic lows not seen since 1990.
Here are the best things to do when visiting Japan to make your dollar stretch further as the yen drops to historic lows not seen since 1990.
81% of millennials say they can't afford a midlife crisis
Are millennials a generation in crisis? A majority said that type of crisis is a luxury they can’t afford.
Are millennials a generation in crisis? A majority said that type of crisis is a luxury they can’t afford.
Gold pocket watch recovered from Titanic’s wealthiest passenger sells for nearly $1.5M
A gold pocket watch worn by the richest passenger aboard the Titanic when the ill-fated ocean liner sank was sold at auction on Saturday for a record-breaking sum of nearly $1.5 million.
A gold pocket watch worn by the richest passenger aboard the Titanic when the ill-fated ocean liner sank was sold at auction on Saturday for a record-breaking sum of nearly $1.5 million.
How much money it takes to be 'rich' in America for 2024
A recent study utilizing IRS data reveals that the income required to be considered "rich" varies widely across the U.S., reflecting regional differences in cost of living, local economies, and tax structures.
A recent study utilizing IRS data reveals that the income required to be considered "rich" varies widely across the U.S., reflecting regional differences in cost of living, local economies, and tax structures.
Bad service, no tip: Most Americans demand quality before tipping
A recent YouGov poll reveals that as tipping becomes an expected norm in increasingly varied sectors amid rising living costs, over half of Americans now express a growing resentment towards tipping, opting to leave no tip for subpar service.
A recent YouGov poll reveals that as tipping becomes an expected norm in increasingly varied sectors amid rising living costs, over half of Americans now express a growing resentment towards tipping, opting to leave no tip for subpar service.
Your $1 and $2 bills could be worth thousands: What to look for
These very rare $1 and $2 bills could be worth a lot more than face value. Here's how to spot bills that are worth hanging onto.
These very rare $1 and $2 bills could be worth a lot more than face value. Here's how to spot bills that are worth hanging onto.
These salaried workers are now eligible for overtime pay
The Biden administration's new rule significantly expands overtime pay eligibility to millions of salaried workers in the U.S., setting higher income thresholds and updating salary limits every three years.
The Biden administration's new rule significantly expands overtime pay eligibility to millions of salaried workers in the U.S., setting higher income thresholds and updating salary limits every three years.
'Doom spending' instead of home buying—how young people are spending their money
Amid inflation and climate concerns, younger generations, including Gen Z and millennials, are turning to "doom spending," buying luxuries as they find homeownership increasingly unaffordable.
Amid inflation and climate concerns, younger generations, including Gen Z and millennials, are turning to "doom spending," buying luxuries as they find homeownership increasingly unaffordable.
Here’s how much it costs to raise a child in 2024: 'Far more expensive than expected’
A new survey shows that raising kids can be costly – but just how expensive is it? Here’s what you need to know.
A new survey shows that raising kids can be costly – but just how expensive is it? Here’s what you need to know.
Nike to sign Caitlin Clark to deal as hotly contested sweepstakes comes to end: report
The Caitlin Clark shoe deal sweepstakes reportedly came to an end Sunday with Nike being the one to ink the Indiana Fever rookie to a deal over the likes of Adidas, Under Armour and Puma.
The Caitlin Clark shoe deal sweepstakes reportedly came to an end Sunday with Nike being the one to ink the Indiana Fever rookie to a deal over the likes of Adidas, Under Armour and Puma.
Biden announces a fresh round of $7.5 billion in student loans canceled
The latest round of cancellations targets $7.4 billion of student loans for 277,000 borrowers, the Department of Education said in a statement.
The latest round of cancellations targets $7.4 billion of student loans for 277,000 borrowers, the Department of Education said in a statement.