Fed rate cuts: What they mean for you
The Federal Reserve is meeting Tuesday to decide whether to lower interest rates. Here’s what a cut would mean for mortgages, credit cards, auto loans, savings accounts and investments.
Charlie Kirk’s podcast hits No 1 while book sales soar after his assassination
Turning Point USA has received more than 37,000 new chapter requests after founder Charlie Kirk's death, with his content dominating bestseller lists.
Job scams on the rise as layoffs surge in US: How to protect yourself
Looking for a job can be stressful, but scammers taking advantage of a difficult situation can make it even worse.
Gold prices hit record highs: What that means for Tampa Bay area stores, investors
At the beginning of the year, an ounce of gold was trading at $2,669 an ounce. On Friday, though, gold closed at $3,668 an ounce, which is up more than 200% in the last two years.
Social Security cost-of-living adjustment expected to rise in 2026
Inflation data from August suggests the social security cost-of-living increase could be even larger in 2026.
Choosing between a Roth or a traditional 401(k)
FOX 13's Matthew McClellan interviewed financial planner and founder of Lakewater Advisory Dan Bennett about how to manage retirement accounts.
Roth vs Traditional 401(k): Which one's right for you?
FOX 13's Matthew McClellan talked with a financial planner about how people should be saving for retirement.
Philadelphia is no longer the 'poorest big city in the US,' but who took the top spot?
Poverty is down slightly across the U.S., but which city just leap frogged Philadelphia on the list of 'poorest big cities' in America?
Making Cents with Walter Allen 9/12/25
FOX 13?s Walter Allen helps you make sense of the week?s business, economic and technology news.
JPMorgan processed over $1B for Jeffrey Epstein despite internal concerns over sex offender status: report
Bank compliance officials flagged suspicious activity years before Jeffrey Epstein was dropped as a client, according to the report.
Inflation rose last month amid weakening job market: How will the Fed respond?
Typically, the Fed would cut its key interest rate when unemployment rises, but it would raise rates — or at least keep them unchanged — in the face of rising inflation.
ATM fees hit record high again; see the worst cities
New data reveals that ATM fees hit a record high in 2025, with this city topping the list.
Meet the world’s richest man (Hint: It’s not Elon Musk)
The world has a new richest person after a stunning stock market surge reshaped the billionaire rankings.
Most Americans believe personal choices keep people in poverty, poll finds
A recent poll reveals that most Americans have differing views on the root cause of homelessness, but most think the government doesn’t spend enough to help those in need.
Millions could lose SNAP benefits as stricter rules take effect
Starting this week, SNAP – the federal program that helps low-income families buy groceries – is enforcing new eligibility requirements.
These states are the worst at budgeting, survey finds
WalletHub is out with a new report showing the states with the best and worst budgeters.
Americans' support for capitalism drops to new low, poll finds
A recent poll finds that Americans favor small business and free enterprise even though their overall feelings of capitalism has changed compared to past years.
Florida's new tax holiday expands to all guns and ammo
Florida shoppers are getting another round of tax-free savings, this time on outdoor gear. Beginning Monday, the state’s new sales tax holiday applies to hunting, fishing, and camping supplies.
States where unemployment claims are increasing the most
The unemployment rate ticked up to 4.3% last month, according to a new jobs report from the Labor Department.
Americans fight back against growing 'guilt tipping' pressure at digital checkout screens
Consumers now reluctantly tip $24 monthly compared to previous $450 annual spending on excessive tips.