Credit scores in these cities saw the biggest jump last year
A new WalletHub report reveals which U.S. cities saw the biggest credit score improvements over the past year, with St. Louis, Des Moines, and Winston-Salem topping the list.
A new WalletHub report reveals which U.S. cities saw the biggest credit score improvements over the past year, with St. Louis, Des Moines, and Winston-Salem topping the list.
Restaurant workers may earn six-figure salaries, benefits 'no other industry' can provide
Fast-casual restaurant chains are fighting worker shortages with unprecedented benefits and advancement opportunities.
Fast-casual restaurant chains are fighting worker shortages with unprecedented benefits and advancement opportunities.
Amazon Prime Day 2025: Deals for your beach, pool days this summer
Amazon Prime Day officially kicked off on Tuesday with huge deals up for grabs until Friday at midnight!
Amazon Prime Day officially kicked off on Tuesday with huge deals up for grabs until Friday at midnight!
Trump announces 25% tariffs on Japan and South Korea
The president warned both countries that if they retaliate with their own tariffs, the U.S. would further increase import taxes.
The president warned both countries that if they retaliate with their own tariffs, the U.S. would further increase import taxes.
Summer finance pulse check
Jesica Ray's advice for checking your finances over the summer as spending increases during this mid-year point.
Jesica Ray's advice for checking your finances over the summer as spending increases during this mid-year point.
US expected to gain 7,500 millionaires in 2025, bringing $43.7B in wealth: report
UAE tops global list while the UK faces massive wealth exodus
UAE tops global list while the UK faces massive wealth exodus
Microsoft targets customer-facing roles as it begins 9,000 worker layoff
Starting Wednesday, Microsoft is cutting nearly 4% of the company’s total workforce, or around 9,000 workers. It’s the Tech Giant’s second-largest layoff since it laid off 10,000 employees in 2023, and comes after a 3% staff cut in May.
Starting Wednesday, Microsoft is cutting nearly 4% of the company’s total workforce, or around 9,000 workers. It’s the Tech Giant’s second-largest layoff since it laid off 10,000 employees in 2023, and comes after a 3% staff cut in May.
GameStop customers could receive cash payout following settlement over alleged privacy breach
GameStop faces a $4.5 million settlement after being accused of sharing personal information without consent.
GameStop faces a $4.5 million settlement after being accused of sharing personal information without consent.
On Bobby Bonilla Day, the Nationals pay Toronto Blue Jays' Max Scherzer $15M
Every July 1, while Major League Baseball buzzes with excitement over the upcoming All-Star game, one name steals the spotlight without swinging a bat – and that’s Bobby Bonilla.
Every July 1, while Major League Baseball buzzes with excitement over the upcoming All-Star game, one name steals the spotlight without swinging a bat – and that’s Bobby Bonilla.
Will tariffs make DC fireworks more expensive this year? Expert weighs in
The fireworks on the National Mall are a spectacle every year, but will the price tag be higher for 2025 due to tariffs?
The fireworks on the National Mall are a spectacle every year, but will the price tag be higher for 2025 due to tariffs?
New DC law takes effect July 1, 2025
Two new laws regarding the minimum wage were set to go into effect in the District on July 1, 2025 – but one has been put on hold.
Two new laws regarding the minimum wage were set to go into effect in the District on July 1, 2025 – but one has been put on hold.
Majority US families expect to maintain or increase back-to-school spending, survey finds
Nearly 3 in 4 US families plan to spend the same or more on back-to-school shopping this fall, according to a new survey from PwC, signaling strong demand despite inflation and tariff-related price pressures.
Nearly 3 in 4 US families plan to spend the same or more on back-to-school shopping this fall, according to a new survey from PwC, signaling strong demand despite inflation and tariff-related price pressures.
Buffett donates $6B in Berkshire stock to 5 foundations
The Oracle of Omaha is giving away 99.5% of his fortune for philanthropy.
The Oracle of Omaha is giving away 99.5% of his fortune for philanthropy.
Making money off your home
Home owning doesn't have to be an extra expense, recoup some of your expenses by turning your home into a money maker with Milan Griffin's helpful tips.
Home owning doesn't have to be an extra expense, recoup some of your expenses by turning your home into a money maker with Milan Griffin's helpful tips.
Social Security July 2025 payment schedule: Here’s when beneficiaries get their checks
Social Security recipients will receive another round of payments starting in July, and here's what you need to know.
Social Security recipients will receive another round of payments starting in July, and here's what you need to know.
Why summer gas prices are at a four-year low
The national average price for a gallon of regular gasoline was $3.20 on Friday.
The national average price for a gallon of regular gasoline was $3.20 on Friday.
Auto loan delinquencies are on the rise; these states have the most
Analysts say an increase in late car payments is a concerning trend: despite stubborn inflation and high interest rates, unemployment rates are still low.
Analysts say an increase in late car payments is a concerning trend: despite stubborn inflation and high interest rates, unemployment rates are still low.
World's richest 1% raised their wealth by $33.9 trillion in 10 years
A new analysis says the wealth of just 3,000 billionaires is “more than enough to eliminate annual poverty 22 times over.”
A new analysis says the wealth of just 3,000 billionaires is “more than enough to eliminate annual poverty 22 times over.”
Oil prices could spike amid US strikes on Iran nuclear sites. What we know
Oil prices may change after the United States’ involvement in the Israel-Iran war. Some experts warn that possible retaliation by Iran could interrupt the influx of crude oil, which may harm global economies.
Oil prices may change after the United States’ involvement in the Israel-Iran war. Some experts warn that possible retaliation by Iran could interrupt the influx of crude oil, which may harm global economies.
Medicare, Social Security now expected to run out quicker: See the dates and why
The date at which the programs would no longer have funds to pay full benefits were moved up.
The date at which the programs would no longer have funds to pay full benefits were moved up.