Thanksgiving feast 2025: How much will this year’s meal cost?
Though the price of food has increased this year, there are other ways to create a budget-friendly feast for Thanksgiving.
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.
36% of Black Friday sales offer no deal at all, experts say
Some of the best products to buy during Black Friday are consumer packaged goods, apparel and accessories and jewelry, according to WalletHub.
Amazon Prime $2.5 billion settlement: Here's how to claim a refund
The tech company has started sending payments to eligible customers to receive a portion of the settlement. Here’s what you need to know.
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.
Mortgage delinquencies are increasing across the U.S.; see which cities are most affected
The increasing cost of living has left many homeowners struggling to keep up with their mortgage payments.
Could Americans see an extra $1,000 on their tax returns in 2026?
White House Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt said Thursday that American taxpayers could see an extra $1,000 in their tax returns in 2026. But what are the experts saying?
Powerball jackpot soars to $629 million ahead of Saturday's drawing
The huge cash prize has grown after no Powerball tickets matched the winning numbers from Wednesday night’s drawing.
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.
Child care costs more than rent in these US cities; here’s where it’s the worst
The average monthly cost of child care for two children was 31.5% higher than rent, according to the data.
Target Q3 profits slide as holiday season approaches
Target’s third-quarter profits fell sharply as the Minnesota-based company is struggling to bring in shoppers ahead of the holiday season.
MacKenzie Scott donates over $700 million to HBCUs
The billionaire first began donating money to Historically Black Colleges and Universities back in 2020.
Here's where the holiday season's biggest spenders live, data shows
Here’s which cities are leading 2025 holiday spending this season, even as credit card debt grows.
Shakers DC announces that it will close its doors on Nov. 23
The owners of Shakers D.C., Daniel Honeycutt and Justin Parker, announced on Monday that the gay bar will close this coming Sunday.
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.
Hidden homeownership cost in US is nearly $16K a year, Zillow analysis finds
Homeownership is already expensive, but a new report shows the additional costs that may be putting a squeeze on your finances.
Trump administration floats idea of 50-year mortgages to boost homebuying
The Trump administration is pitching a new idea it says could help more Americans buy homes — but housing experts are already questioning whether it would truly make a difference.
US Treasury’s last five minted pennies may spark multimillion-dollar bidding war
Experts estimate the final five rare, omega-marked coins could reel in $2M-$5M at auction.
More Americans living paycheck to paycheck, data shows
Bank of America data shows more Americans are living paycheck to paycheck. Here's where it is the worst.
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.