Social Security benefits forecast revised for 2023 as inflation eases

Social Security benefits are expected to increase in 2023, but could be less than previously forecasted, according to The Senior Citizens League. Here's how much of an increase retirees could see in 2023.

CFPB looks to regulate buy now, pay later companies

The Consumer Financial Protection Bureau (CFPB) said it plans to issue guidance or rules that would bring the buy now, pay later (BNPL) sector in line with the standards that Congress has already established for credit cards.

Actor Rob Schneider surprises fans at Raising Cane's drive-thru in Phoenix

Rob Schneider was at the location on 24th Street and Baseline on Sept. 21 to promote his new movie “Daddy Daughter Trip”, which opens up in theaters next week.

Target Deal Days, price matching starting in October

Target is starting the holiday shopping season early, with its popular Deal Days and price matching beginning in October. 

Federal interest rate hikes are here: How will it impact your finances?

Mortgage rates have jumped, home sales have slumped and credit cards and auto loans have gotten pricier. Savings rates are slightly juicier, though.

Fed hikes rate by three-quarters of a point in continued fight against inflation

The Fed’s move boosted its benchmark short-term rate, which affects many consumer and business loans, to a range of 3% to 3.25%, the highest level since early 2008.

Walmart to hire 40,000 mostly seasonal US workers for holidays

Walmart is taking a cautious approach to the holiday shopping season as retailers face a slowdown in consumer spending overall due to surging costs on things like rent and food.

Spotify launches audiobook hub with 300,000 titles

Spotify users are getting a new world of audio unlocked at their earbud tips: audiobooks.

Texas restaurant owners fill gaps while struggling to find employees

Recent data from the Texas Restaurant Association showed nearly 70 percent of the state’s restaurant operators don’t have enough employees to support the customer demand.

Gap slashes 500 corporate jobs after pandemic, supply chain issues

The job cuts follow years of struggles at the San Francisco-based retailer, which operates stores under its namesake brand as well as Old Navy, Banana Republic and Athleta.

Beyond Meat exec charged after biting man's nose during road rage fight

The fight happened in a parking garage after a college football game, and the executive was said to have also punched through the car's back windshield.