Unemployment increased just slightly despite the US adding 272,000 jobs
Over 270,000 jobs were added in May, yet the unemployment rate still rose, fueling economic concerns.
Over 270,000 jobs were added in May, yet the unemployment rate still rose, fueling economic concerns.
Austin salsa company expands business, gives advice to others
Small business owners are growing more optimistic and looking to grow their businesses next year, according to a recent survey. The owner of a salsa company is cooking up big plans for 2025.
Small business owners are growing more optimistic and looking to grow their businesses next year, according to a recent survey. The owner of a salsa company is cooking up big plans for 2025.
States with the best and worst economies in 2024
Where did your state rank in WalletHub’s list of the best and worst economies?
Where did your state rank in WalletHub’s list of the best and worst economies?
Orange juice makers consider using alternative fruit as prices skyrocket
Orange juice makers are getting squeezed by high prices
Orange juice makers are getting squeezed by high prices
Bass Pro Shops' CEO says brand will focus on affordability amid Inflation
Johnny Morris, CEO and founder of Bass Pro Shops, says inflation is 'very real,' and brand will focus on affordability.
Johnny Morris, CEO and founder of Bass Pro Shops, says inflation is 'very real,' and brand will focus on affordability.
Memorial Day cookouts cost more this year as price of one BBQ staple jumps a staggering 50 percent
Memorial Day cookouts cost more this year as prices of several grilling staples have increased -- with one as much as a staggering 50%.
Memorial Day cookouts cost more this year as prices of several grilling staples have increased -- with one as much as a staggering 50%.
Texans concerned about economy, immigration: poll
According to a new Texas Lyceum poll, anxiety about inflation and the national economy are the top issues in Texas.
According to a new Texas Lyceum poll, anxiety about inflation and the national economy are the top issues in Texas.
Consumers buying more chicken as inflation continues
With the surge in meat costs related to inflation, shoppers are going to cheaper alternatives like chicken at their local grocery stores.
With the surge in meat costs related to inflation, shoppers are going to cheaper alternatives like chicken at their local grocery stores.
Reports: McDonald's planning $5 meal deal to win back customers
McDonald's is reportedly introducing a $5 meal deal in an effort to attract customers deterred by recent price increases.
McDonald's is reportedly introducing a $5 meal deal in an effort to attract customers deterred by recent price increases.
More Americans to qualify for Social Security under new SNAP rule
The Social Security Administration has expanded the definition of a public assistance household to include SNAP recipients, broadening eligibility and potentially increasing benefits for more Americans.
The Social Security Administration has expanded the definition of a public assistance household to include SNAP recipients, broadening eligibility and potentially increasing benefits for more Americans.
The unemployment rate barely rose, but only 175,000 jobs were added in April
The unemployment rate barely budged, rising to 3.9% while just 175,000 jobs were added.
The unemployment rate barely budged, rising to 3.9% while just 175,000 jobs were added.
Interest rates not changing until inflation cools, Federal Reserve says
The Federal Reserve announced its decision to maintain its key interest rate at a two-decade high of roughly 5.3% amid ongoing concerns about high inflation.
The Federal Reserve announced its decision to maintain its key interest rate at a two-decade high of roughly 5.3% amid ongoing concerns about high inflation.
Why now is the best time to visit Japan, thanks to a weak yen
Here are the best things to do when visiting Japan to make your dollar stretch further as the yen drops to historic lows not seen since 1990.
Here are the best things to do when visiting Japan to make your dollar stretch further as the yen drops to historic lows not seen since 1990.
How much money it takes to be 'rich' in America for 2024
A recent GOBankingRates study utilizing IRS data reveals that the income required to be considered "rich" varies widely across the U.S., reflecting regional differences in cost of living, local economies, and tax structures.
A recent GOBankingRates study utilizing IRS data reveals that the income required to be considered "rich" varies widely across the U.S., reflecting regional differences in cost of living, local economies, and tax structures.
Bad service, no tip: Most Americans demand quality before tipping
A recent YouGov poll reveals that as tipping becomes an expected norm in increasingly varied sectors amid rising living costs, over half of Americans now express a growing resentment towards tipping, opting to leave no tip for subpar service.
A recent YouGov poll reveals that as tipping becomes an expected norm in increasingly varied sectors amid rising living costs, over half of Americans now express a growing resentment towards tipping, opting to leave no tip for subpar service.
These salaried workers are now eligible for overtime pay
The Biden administration's new rule significantly expands overtime pay eligibility to millions of salaried workers in the U.S., setting higher income thresholds and updating salary limits every three years.
The Biden administration's new rule significantly expands overtime pay eligibility to millions of salaried workers in the U.S., setting higher income thresholds and updating salary limits every three years.
'Doom spending' instead of home buying—how young people are spending their money
Amid inflation and climate concerns, younger generations, including Gen Z and millennials, are turning to "doom spending," buying luxuries as they find homeownership increasingly unaffordable.
Amid inflation and climate concerns, younger generations, including Gen Z and millennials, are turning to "doom spending," buying luxuries as they find homeownership increasingly unaffordable.
High inflation is costing Americans an extra $1K a month
Americans are now facing an additional financial burden of $1,069 per month due to high inflation compared to three years ago.
Americans are now facing an additional financial burden of $1,069 per month due to high inflation compared to three years ago.
Inflation accelerates more than expected in March as high prices persist
The Labor Department has released its closely-watched report for March, showing inflation accelerated again for the third straight month.
The Labor Department has released its closely-watched report for March, showing inflation accelerated again for the third straight month.
America's top 1% has total net worth of $44 trillion
Recent Federal Reserve data reveals that America's wealthiest 1%, with assets exceeding $11 million, amassed a record $44.6 trillion in wealth by the end of the fourth quarter of 2023, with fluctuations observed based on geographical location.
Recent Federal Reserve data reveals that America's wealthiest 1%, with assets exceeding $11 million, amassed a record $44.6 trillion in wealth by the end of the fourth quarter of 2023, with fluctuations observed based on geographical location.