After the penny, Congress looks to tackle the cost of the nickel
After Congress moved to eliminate the penny, some lawmakers say the nickel should be next in efforts to make U.S. coins more cost-efficient to produce.
After Congress moved to eliminate the penny, some lawmakers say the nickel should be next in efforts to make U.S. coins more cost-efficient to produce.
Major SNAP changes take effect: What it means for California’s CalFresh benefits
Major SNAP changes will bring modest benefit increases to California households while shifting hundreds of millions in administrative costs to state taxpayers.
Major SNAP changes will bring modest benefit increases to California households while shifting hundreds of millions in administrative costs to state taxpayers.
30-year US mortgage rate reaches highest level in nearly 3 years
Mortgage rates are surging again, hitting their highest level in nearly three years. Here's what to know.
Mortgage rates are surging again, hitting their highest level in nearly three years. Here's what to know.
LA County sales tax jumps to 10.25% today: See what the rate is in your city
Starting Oct. 1, Los Angeles County’s sales tax increases to 10.25% under Measure ER, driving total rates in cities like Santa Monica, Pasadena, and West Hollywood to 11% or more. Here is what consumers need to know about the financial impact.
Starting Oct. 1, Los Angeles County’s sales tax increases to 10.25% under Measure ER, driving total rates in cities like Santa Monica, Pasadena, and West Hollywood to 11% or more. Here is what consumers need to know about the financial impact.
Costco got $184 million in tariff refunds — here's what it did with the money
Costco on Thursday said it received $184 million in tariff refunds in the company's fourth quarter, the majority of which was reinvested into lower pricing for members shopping at the retail giant's warehouses.
Costco on Thursday said it received $184 million in tariff refunds in the company's fourth quarter, the majority of which was reinvested into lower pricing for members shopping at the retail giant's warehouses.
Trump administration rescinds nearly $1B in funds already approved by Congress
President Donald Trump canceled nearly $1 billion in spending that’s already been approved by Congress. Senators on both sides of the aisle say it's “illegal" and “theft from the American people."
President Donald Trump canceled nearly $1 billion in spending that’s already been approved by Congress. Senators on both sides of the aisle say it's “illegal" and “theft from the American people."
Map: Mortgage rates are rising slower in these states
WalletHub ranked all 50 states showing which ones had mortgage rates increasing faster than others.
WalletHub ranked all 50 states showing which ones had mortgage rates increasing faster than others.
Bank of America to hire 1,000 more apprentices, invest $150M in workforce development
Bank of America is expanding its skills-based hiring efforts, announcing Thursday that it will hire 1,000 additional apprentices over the next two years while investing $150 million in workforce development programs.
Bank of America is expanding its skills-based hiring efforts, announcing Thursday that it will hire 1,000 additional apprentices over the next two years while investing $150 million in workforce development programs.
Cities where you'll save the most by renting instead of buying a home
A new analysis reveals that renting is cheaper than buying in every major U.S. metro—but here's where renters are saving the most.
A new analysis reveals that renting is cheaper than buying in every major U.S. metro—but here's where renters are saving the most.
These cities are spending the most on fast food
Fast food restaurants are famous for offering quick and easy eats without breaking the bank.
Fast food restaurants are famous for offering quick and easy eats without breaking the bank.
30-year mortgage rates hit 2-year high: What homebuyers need to know
New home buyers will face higher payments now that the 30-year-mortgage loan rate surpassed the 7% interest mark.
New home buyers will face higher payments now that the 30-year-mortgage loan rate surpassed the 7% interest mark.
Major Wendy's franchisee files for bankruptcy
One of the largest Wendy’s franchisees in the U.S. has filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy protection following a high-stakes dispute with the fast-food chain's corporate parent.
One of the largest Wendy’s franchisees in the U.S. has filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy protection following a high-stakes dispute with the fast-food chain's corporate parent.
Apartment landlords face $2T debt crisis
Apartment landlords are facing a $2 trillion debt problem, according to the Wall Street Journal.
Apartment landlords are facing a $2 trillion debt problem, according to the Wall Street Journal.
Unemployment claims drop to lowest since mid-July, though public anxiety remains
Applications for unemployment benefits in the U.S. fell to 196,000 last week, marking the lowest level since mid-July and coming in far below expert expectations.
Applications for unemployment benefits in the U.S. fell to 196,000 last week, marking the lowest level since mid-July and coming in far below expert expectations.
Data shows the best and worst cities for women’s health, jobs and quality of life
A woman’s geographical location plays a critical role in shaping her financial prospects, healthcare access, and overall well-being based on findings in a new report.
A woman’s geographical location plays a critical role in shaping her financial prospects, healthcare access, and overall well-being based on findings in a new report.
The fast-food chain where managers average more than $200K a year
In-N-Out Burger store managers make more than $200,000 annually on average, which the fast-food chain says reflects the company's philosophy of investing in its workforce.
In-N-Out Burger store managers make more than $200,000 annually on average, which the fast-food chain says reflects the company's philosophy of investing in its workforce.
Toys R Us makes major comeback with 120 new stores opening across US this holiday season
The expansion marks a major step for the brand, which shuttered all US stores in 2018 following its 2017 bankruptcy.
The expansion marks a major step for the brand, which shuttered all US stores in 2018 following its 2017 bankruptcy.
Major airlines adjust flight schedules as jet fuel prices surge
American, United and Southwest Airlines are adjusting flight capacity and schedules as higher jet fuel prices increase operating costs.
American, United and Southwest Airlines are adjusting flight capacity and schedules as higher jet fuel prices increase operating costs.
Gas prices are climbing again with no end in sight, experts say: Here's why
Gas prices shot up 25 cents a gallon overnight in some parts of the U.S. this week, and experts say they could go up even more in coming weeks.
Gas prices shot up 25 cents a gallon overnight in some parts of the U.S. this week, and experts say they could go up even more in coming weeks.
Americans' average household incomes are higher than ever, Census data shows
Median household income in the United States rose in 2025, setting a record for American earnings, according to new Census Bureau figures.
Median household income in the United States rose in 2025, setting a record for American earnings, according to new Census Bureau figures.