Study shows how long Social Security, $1.5M nest egg would last in 50 states

A recently-released study looked at the financial runway that retirees would have in each state with Social Security benefits and $1.5 million socked away for retirement.

Time is running out for taxpayers to claim $1B in refunds from 2021

The IRS is warning the public that $1 billion in unclaimed 2021 tax refunds remain because about 1 million taxpayers haven't filed tax returns for that tax year as an April 15 deadline looms.

DOGE cuts threaten IRS free tax-filing program: What to know

IRS Direct File is only in its second year of letting taxpayers file directly with the IRS online, but it may be a casualty of Elon Musk’s DOGE.

Government shutdown looms as funding bill fails
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A potential government shutdown is on the horizon as Senate Democrats have rejected a House-passed funding bill.

Trump's 25% tariffs on all steel and aluminum imports take effect

President Donald Trump has officially increased tariffs on all steel and aluminum imports to 25%. Canada announced retaliatory tariffs in response. Here's what to know.

Trump backs down on doubling tariffs after Ontario halts electricity surcharge

President Trump threatened to double tariffs on steel and aluminum imports from Canada, prompting Ontario to suspend its planned electricity surcharges to the U.S.

Renting is now cheaper than owning, data shows: See the list of top markets

A new analysis shows that renting is cheaper than owning a home in all of the 100 largest US metros. See the cities where the gap is widest and what this means for renters and buyers.

MGM resorts to pay out $45M in data breach settlement—Are you eligible?

MGM Resorts International has agreed to a $45 million settlement following two data breaches that exposed customers' personal information.

Tariffs update: Ontario raises electricity tax for US, China targets American farm products

China has imposed new tariffs on US farm products, while Ontario is hiking electricity prices for Americans in retaliation for President Trump’s escalating trade war. Here’s what it means for consumers.

Tesla stock hit hard as market drops

Tesla’s stock dropped 15% on Monday, deepening 2025 losses. The broader market also faces uncertainty from tariffs.

Trump won't rule out recession this year

In an interview with Fox News Channel Sunday, President Trump brushed aside concerns from businesses seeking stability as they make investment decisions.

Social Security changing course in going after overpayments

The Social Security Administration is changing later this month how it will recoup overpayments. Here’s what to know.

Trump hosts first-ever White House Crypto Summit

President Donald Trump said Friday that he’s committed to making the U.S. a world leader in cryptocurrencies during the first-ever White House Crypto Summit.

Jobs report shows solid gains but unemployment up slightly

The American job market has remained remarkably resilient, despite rising uncertainty amid a looming trade war, a purge of the federal workforce and mass deportations.