Fed raises rates 25 basis points in first meeting of 2023

The Federal Reserve announced a highly anticipated interest rate increase of 25 basis points at its February meeting. Here's what it means for your wallet.

'All-natural' Simply Tropical juice has high levels of toxic 'forever chemicals,' lawsuit alleges

The class-action lawsuit alleges that the presence of PFAS is “entirely inconsistent” with Coca-Cola and the Simply Orange Juice Company’s “all-natural ingredients” with “nothing to hide” marketing.

Ford cuts price on Mustang Mach-E after Tesla trims prices

Ford is lowering the price of its electric SUV up to $6,000. The company says in a statement Monday that the price cuts are part of Ford’s plan to keep the SUV competitive in a fast-changing market.

Vegas Strip resorts used vendor to fix hotel rates: Lawsuit

The average daily room rate for hotels on the Las Vegas Strip hit a high last year, topping $200 a night.

When should you leave a tip? Americans sound off on 'cultural pressure'

A recent report indicated silent frustrations around quick-service and to-go establishments prompting customers for generous gratuities, sometimes as high as 30%, at places they wouldn’t usually tip.

Amazon Prime ends free grocery delivery on orders under $150

Currently, the company offers members free grocery deliveries on orders above $35, with the exception of New York, where it’s $50.

Another week of declining mortgage rates fuels homebuyer demand:Freddie Mac

The average rate for a 30-year fixed-rate mortgage fell to 6.13% for the week ending Jan. 26, according to Freddie Mac's Primary Mortgage Market Survey.

Hasbro laying off 1,000 employees amid cost-savings push

The company well-known for Monopoly, Play-Doh, and My Little Pony toys says the layoffs are 15% of its global full-time workforce.

Bed Bath & Beyond can't pay creditors, bankruptcy looms

Bed Bath & Beyond said it can't pay debt that suddenly came due when credit administrator JPMorgan slapped the company with a notice of default and acceleration of payment.