Here's how much it costs to own a dog or cat in 2026
If it feels like caring for your pet has gotten a lot more expensive lately, you’re not alone: the cost of dog and pet parenthood has risen 15% over the past year.
If it feels like caring for your pet has gotten a lot more expensive lately, you’re not alone: the cost of dog and pet parenthood has risen 15% over the past year.
Pentagon awards Microsoft $9.7B contract to cut costs
The Pentagon’s recent technology agreement with Microsoft will enhance military digital systems and cloud capabilities.
The Pentagon’s recent technology agreement with Microsoft will enhance military digital systems and cloud capabilities.
These cities are seeing the largest jump in auto loan debt—see the list
A new WalletHub analysis found that Americans collectively owe about $1.7 trillion in auto loan debt, with the average household carrying nearly $14,000.
A new WalletHub analysis found that Americans collectively owe about $1.7 trillion in auto loan debt, with the average household carrying nearly $14,000.
CEO pay grew nearly 6% in 2025, fueled by huge compensation deals
Corporate executive pay continued its upward movement last year, driven by a bump in total compensation. Organizations leveraged high stock performance and one-time financial incentives to maintain executive talent, pushing CEO payments to millions of dollars.
Corporate executive pay continued its upward movement last year, driven by a bump in total compensation. Organizations leveraged high stock performance and one-time financial incentives to maintain executive talent, pushing CEO payments to millions of dollars.
Trump's team is pushing for a $250 bill with his face on it, report says
Officials inside the Trump administration are reportedly exploring a new $250 bill bearing his image. Here's what to know.
Officials inside the Trump administration are reportedly exploring a new $250 bill bearing his image. Here's what to know.
These states spend the most on health care: See the list
A new WalletHub report found Americans are spending significantly more on health care.
A new WalletHub report found Americans are spending significantly more on health care.
Trump Accounts: What's next to get $1,000 for your child
The Treasury Department is preparing to deposit $1,000 into “Trump Accounts" for babies soon. Parents need to take certain steps so they’re able to receive the money.
The Treasury Department is preparing to deposit $1,000 into “Trump Accounts" for babies soon. Parents need to take certain steps so they’re able to receive the money.
Social Security June payment schedule: Here’s when recipients get their checks
Social Security June payment dates are set for millions of Americans. Here’s when recipients can expect to receive their checks.
Social Security June payment dates are set for millions of Americans. Here’s when recipients can expect to receive their checks.
Lawn watering costs are highest in these cities — see the list
As drought conditions grip more than 60% of the contiguous U.S., a new Lawn Love report highlights the rising cost of keeping lawns green in America’s largest cities.
As drought conditions grip more than 60% of the contiguous U.S., a new Lawn Love report highlights the rising cost of keeping lawns green in America’s largest cities.
New study reveals best and worst places to raise a family in America
Raising a family requires a lot of time and planning, but sometimes the area you decide to relocate to may offer good opportunities for a fresh start in a new zip code, according to a recent study.
Raising a family requires a lot of time and planning, but sometimes the area you decide to relocate to may offer good opportunities for a fresh start in a new zip code, according to a recent study.
Top 5 US housing markets where home prices are dropping right now
Home sellers across the country still find themselves needing to cut their asking prices in order to find buyers, with nearly one out of every six of them doing so last month. However, in some cities, that figure is much higher.
Home sellers across the country still find themselves needing to cut their asking prices in order to find buyers, with nearly one out of every six of them doing so last month. However, in some cities, that figure is much higher.
Krispy Kreme deadline approaching, some people eligible for up to $3,500
Time is running out for those affected by the Krispy Kreme data breach to submit a claim to receive their share of a recent settlement with the company.
Time is running out for those affected by the Krispy Kreme data breach to submit a claim to receive their share of a recent settlement with the company.
American confidence in economy drops to four-year low, poll finds
American economic confidence has plummeted to its lowest level in nearly four years, driven by a combination of resurgent inflation, soaring gas prices and growing political pessimism in both parties.
American economic confidence has plummeted to its lowest level in nearly four years, driven by a combination of resurgent inflation, soaring gas prices and growing political pessimism in both parties.
Is cheap gas bad for your car?
As gas prices soar, are the cheapest gas stations OK for your car? We talked to an expert to find out.
As gas prices soar, are the cheapest gas stations OK for your car? We talked to an expert to find out.
Kroger to lower prices on thousands of items to win back shoppers
Kroger is preparing to lower prices on thousands of products as new CEO Greg Foran looks to win back market share from competitors.
Kroger is preparing to lower prices on thousands of products as new CEO Greg Foran looks to win back market share from competitors.
Newsom warns Californians to avoid Chevron over high gas prices
California Gov. Gavin Newsom urged drivers to avoid Chevron gas stations over Memorial Day weekend because of higher fuel prices.
California Gov. Gavin Newsom urged drivers to avoid Chevron gas stations over Memorial Day weekend because of higher fuel prices.
Republicans likely to drop $1B White House ballroom security proposal
Senate Republicans may abandon a $1 billion security package for the White House and President Donald Trump’s private ballroom as ongoing budget talks with lawmakers face a deadline to pass a broader supplemental spending bill.
Senate Republicans may abandon a $1 billion security package for the White House and President Donald Trump’s private ballroom as ongoing budget talks with lawmakers face a deadline to pass a broader supplemental spending bill.
New data shows where mortgage delinquency is climbing the fastest
A new WalletHub analysis found mortgage delinquencies are rising in several states, highlighting growing financial strain among homeowners.
A new WalletHub analysis found mortgage delinquencies are rising in several states, highlighting growing financial strain among homeowners.
California gas prices reaching all-time highs ahead of Memorial Day
Travel for Memorial Day weekend kicks off today, with experts expecting nearly 6 million Californians to travel away from home despite statewide gas prices reaching all-time highs.
Travel for Memorial Day weekend kicks off today, with experts expecting nearly 6 million Californians to travel away from home despite statewide gas prices reaching all-time highs.
Mideast energy crisis prompts UN to lower 2026 global growth outlook
The United Nations lowered its global economic growth forecast and raised its inflation outlook as Middle East tensions disrupt global supply chains.
The United Nations lowered its global economic growth forecast and raised its inflation outlook as Middle East tensions disrupt global supply chains.