Buy now, pay later under scrutiny as Klarna reports rising defaults
Klarna says more customers are falling behind on their buy now, pay later loans as U.S. consumer debt hits a record high. Here’s what’s behind the trend and what it means for financial health.
Procter & Gamble cutting up to 7,000 jobs amid tariffs, consumer uncertainty
Procter & Gamble, the maker of Tide detergent and Pampers diapers, says it will cut up to 7,000 jobs over the next two years.
Retirement account balances dip in 1st quarter, but savers keep contributing
Fidelity analysis shows combined employee, employer savings rate at 14.3%, near suggested target.
Study finds half of Americans are experiencing 'financial FOMO'
People admit in a new survey that seeing the financial achievements of others online is motivation for them to improve their own spending habits.
Social Security Fairness Act: Where the expanded benefits stand
Earlier this year, Biden signed a bill that boosted Social Security payments for nearly 3 million people. Here’s an update on the expanded benefits.
Fight over lumber tariffs could reshape future of US home building
Lumber prices are down but new home costs are up, which has sparked a debate over what is driving the housing market slowdown.
Home sellers outnumber buyers by record amount: What that means for prices
The U.S. housing market has nearly 500,000 more sellers than buyers, a recent analysis by Redfin found. Here’s what that means for prices.
Here are the states where people have the highest income in 2025, study
A new study finds that residents in these states are earning more money than others. See where your area ranks.
Dollar General sales hit record $10.4B, outlook raised amid inflation
Dollar General reported record quarterly sales of $10.44 billion, surpassing Wall Street expectations.
IRS tax refund: Here's when you can expect your payment
If you have already filed your tax return, here’s what you need to know about the payment status and filing deadlines.
Here's what will boost your feeling of financial well-being the most, researchers say
A recent Vanguard survey found what will boost your feeling of financial well-being the most – and it isn’t a high salary or million-dollar assets.
Solo travelers pay more than groups for economy flights: report
Solo and business-class travelers are paying more for airline tickets on major U.S. carriers than group travelers, according to a recent report.
Social Security June payment schedule: Here’s when recipients will get their checks
A new month means another round of Social Security payments for millions of Americans who benefit from the program. Here’s when checks go out.
People in these states spend the most on health care
Not surprisingly, people in the nation’s poorest states spend the largest share of their earnings on health care costs, a new WalletHub analysis found.
Texas ranks in top 10 most affordable states for child care: Study
The average price of child care in the U.S. last year was $13,128. According to a new study, Texas beat that number by nearly 14 percent.
Elon Musk ‘disappointed’ in Trump's ‘big, beautiful bill’
Elon Musk is criticizing the centerpiece of President Donald Trump’s legislative agenda. Here’s what Musk is saying.
Americans face challenges covering utility bills due to 'energy poverty,' study finds
A recent study shows that more Americans are having to sacrifice certain basic needs to afford their utility bills.
Child care cost the most in these states in 2024, analysis found
The steep cost of child care in America is weighing on parents all over the country, but those in these particular states were found to feel the pinch the most.
These companies expect to raise their prices due to Trump tariffs
Some of the biggest retailers have announced increases on the price of their products to offset tariff costs. Here’s what we know.
Trump delaying 50% tariff on European Union
The president said Sunday he’s agreed to delay a 50% tariff on the EU that he threatened last week, after saying negotiations with the commission were “going nowhere.”