Bill to end minting pennies passes Senate, heads to Trump’s desk

The days of minting pennies may be numbered. On Monday, U.S. senators passed a bill that formally ends production of the venerable copper coin, sending the bill to President Donald Trump’s desk for his signature. 

US ban on $1 billion worth of Canadian imports goes into effect

U.S.-Canada relations hit another low on Tuesday as the U.S. implemented a new ban on Canadian imports, escalating an ongoing trade dispute between the nations.

Trump announces new Iowa steel mill expected to be largest in US

A proposed $15 billion steel plant in eastern Iowa promises to be the largest one in the United States when it opens in 2030. President Donald Trump announced the project from the White House on Monday afternoon, explaining that the project will help protect national security.

Apple loses record $5.7B in verdict over patent dispute

A jury awarded a tech company over $5.7 billion after determining that Apple infringed claims from two patents.

Costco got $184 million in tariff refunds — here's what it did with the money

Costco on Thursday said it received $184 million in tariff refunds in the company's fourth quarter, the majority of which was reinvested into lower pricing for members shopping at the retail giant's warehouses.

Map: Mortgage rates are rising slower in these states

WalletHub ranked all 50 states showing which ones had mortgage rates increasing faster than others.

US investing nearly $2B in power grid as electricity demand surges

The Department of Energy announced almost a $2 billion investment aimed at expanding capacity and boosting efficiency across the nation’s aging and strained electrical grid.

New bill aims to lower Social Security retirement age for some workers

Lawmakers are considering a new legislative push that could change the retirement timeline for Americans working in physically demanding jobs.

2027-28 FAFSA opens in record time: Here's what you need to know

The Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) is officially open for the 2027-28 academic year. In a major win for students and their families, the form launched on Wednesday, the earliest release in the program’s history.

These cities are spending the most on fast food

Fast food restaurants are famous for offering quick and easy eats without breaking the bank.

Data shows the best and worst cities for women’s health, jobs and quality of life

A woman’s geographical location plays a critical role in shaping her financial prospects, healthcare access, and overall well-being based on findings in a new report.

The fast-food chain where managers average more than $200K a year

In-N-Out Burger store managers make more than $200,000 annually on average, which the fast-food chain says reflects the company's philosophy of investing in its workforce.