Summer deals calendar: Schedule of Amazon, Target, Walmart sales

Consumers seeking to stock up on some of the top items, from electronics to home goods, can find bargains from these major retailers starting in July. Here’s what we know.

Unemployment among college grads surpasses overall joblessness rate in US

Young college graduates are facing the toughest job market in more than a decade, with unemployment for degree holders ages 22 to 27 outpacing the national rate, according to new data.

Advice on giving allowances to your kids
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A new survey found more parents are handing out allowances and one-third of them actually gave their kids a raise this year. Finance professor Dan Roccato offers advice to parents about giving their kids allowances.

Microsoft plans 'substantial' job cuts across Xbox division

Gaming executives are reportedly under pressure to boost financial performance following a $69B Activision Blizzard deal.

GE moves washing machine production from China to Kentucky

GE Appliances says the project will move production of a combo washer/dryer and a lineup of front load washers from China to Louisville.

Trump Mobile removes 'made in the USA' from smartphone website

Eric Trump said last week that Trump Mobile phones will be made in the U.S., though experts quickly questioned how that was possible.

Online job listing company Careerbuilder + Monster files for bankruptcy

CareerBuilder + Monster bankruptcy filing shows $100-500 million in liabilities as the merged company plans to sell off its operations.

Red Lobster seafood boil among new CEO’s menu items

Red Lobster emerged from bankruptcy last year and emerged with a new CEO, who has made several changes already.

Here's why some consumers are boycotting McDonald's this week

The People’s Union is urging a nationwide boycott of McDonald’s starting June 24, citing rollbacks to diversity efforts and other grievances tied to the fast-food giant’s business practices.

Buy now, pay later loans will now impact Americans' credit scores

FICO said that it is going to incorporate buy now, pay later (BNPL) data into credit scores as the payment method surges in popularity. 

Fred Smith, FedEx founder, dies at 80

FedEx founder Fred Smith, known by many as Memphis, Tennessee’s “most important citizen,” has died. He was 80 years old.

Where Americans are falling behind most on their debt

A new WalletHub study highlights the states where Americans are struggling most with debt in early 2025.

Kroger closing 60 stores over next 18 months

A major grocery retailer in the U.S. announced dozens of its stores would be closing in the coming months. Here’s what we know.

How much money you need to retire in your state – without Social Security

With Social Security's future uncertain, the amount of money to retire comfortably varies substantially by state. Here’s where your area ranks.