Fed leaves interest rates unchanged despite Trump demands

The Federal Reserve voted to leave its short-term interest rate unchanged as expected, despite mounting pressure from President Donald Trump to lower them.

Texas Tax-Free Weekend 2025: What to know

Texas shoppers can save some money and support local businesses during the annual Tax-Free Weekend, scheduled for Friday, Aug. 8, through midnight Sunday, Aug. 10, 2025.

Beef price hit record highs due cattle shortage
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The price of beef has been unwavering as U.S. cattle inventory has reached its lowest level in about about 74 years. Kelly Saberi with FOX Business has the details.

Federal Reserve likely to keep interest rates the same this week: What to know

Federal Reserve officials are split on whether to slash interest rates as President Donald Trump favors rate cuts based on his claim that the nation’s economy is thriving.

Hays County judge forms task force after road bond thrown out in court

Hays County Judge Ruben Becerra has launched a transportation task force after the 2024 road bond was thrown out by a judge over a month ago.

Poll reveals how worried Americans are about Social Security

The uncertain future surrounding Social Security has many concerned about the number of benefits they will receive once they retire, according to a new poll.

US-EU trade deal will make these items more expensive

The deal imposes a 15% tariff on European goods imported in the U.S. and these products are likely to rise in cost.

Tariff rebate check: What Trump said and what we know

President Trump told reporters this week that he is considering a tariff rebate check. Here’s what he said and what we know.

Car insurance 101: Pay less and stay covered
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Getting insurance for your car can be expensive but there are ways you can save. Finance professor Dan Roccato has some tips and advice.

Healthcare, weather tank Texas' retirement ranking: Study

Issues with factors like health care, weather and affordability have earned Texas a second-to-last spot in the U.S. retirement rankings, a recent study found.

Austin housing: Top most affordable rental markets
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What it comes to renting, Austin is making headlines. The city ranks as one of the top five most affordable rental markets in the U.S. Senior economist with Realtor.com Joel Berner has the details.

GENIUS Act: Trump signs stablecoin bill into law

President Trump signed the GENIUS Act on stablecoins into law, a major milestone for the crypto industry.

Most Americans believe new tax law will help wealthy more than middle class, poll finds

While Americans admit they have read some details of the Republican spending legislation, more than half think the bill only benefits wealthy people, a recent poll shows.

House gives final approval to Trump’s $9 billion cut to public broadcasting, foreign aid

Republican majorities in both houses of Congress have now approved President Donald Trump’s clawback of about $9 billion for public broadcasting and foreign aid that lawmakers had appropriated. Here's what we know.

How much you need to earn to afford an apartment in your state

A new report reveals the hourly wage a full-time worker must earn to afford a modest apartment in each U.S. state, and the numbers are far out of reach for many.