Paramount plans to cut thousands of U.S. jobs: 'These are difficult decisions to make'
Paramount executives outlined plans to cut 15% of the company’s U.S. workforce.
Economic turbulence 'effectively assured' Fed will cut interest rates in September
The stock market was all over the place this week, with a large drop on Monday due to a weak jobs report.
Cash App settlement: How to submit a claim for up to $2,500
If you’ve used Cash App in the last six years, you may be eligible for up to $2,500 as part of a class-action settlement over security breaches.
Some Americans to receive rare second Social Security payment in August
Here's why some Social Security recipients will receive two checks in August.
Mortgage rates drop to new low as Fed grows closer to slashing interest rates: Freddie Mac
The average 30-year fixed-rate mortgage was 6.73% for the week ending Aug. 1, according to Freddie Mac's latest Primary Mortgage Market Survey.
Dow drops 1K points, Japanese stocks suffer worst crash since 1987
Nearly everything on Wall Street is tumbling Monday as fear about a slowing U.S. economy worsens and sets off another sell-off for financial markets around the world.
Parents putting off bills, buying groceries to pay for back-to-school expenses, survey finds
Half of parents surveyed revealed that they plan to sacrifice necessities – such as groceries and bills – to make sure their kids are prepared for the school year.
Study ranks US states with most financially-distressed residents
WalletHub's recent study reveals the U.S. states with the most financially-distressed residents, highlighting surprising trends and economic struggles. Michigan tops the list, followed closely by Texas and Nevada.
New FAFSA issue could delay financial aid for college students this fall
Some college students may not be able to pay for tuition, books and other bills when classes start in a few weeks due to the latest hiccup in submitting federal financial aid forms.
Parents rely heavily on borrowing to pay for college costs: survey
Roughly 42% of families said they planned to rely on federal student loans, and 16% said they would use private loans to pay for college, according to a recent survey.
USA national debt surpasses $35 trillion
The USA national debt surpasses $35 trillion.
Vegas slots player hits $2 million jackpot on $3 bet
The visitor was down to their last bet at the Palms Casino Resort when she decided to make a $3 bet on the Wheel of Fortune slots, the casino said.
Champagne sales down worldwide in 2024, industry executives cite lack of 'cheer'
One executive claims a lack of "cheer" worldwide caused bubbly sales to go flat in the first half of 2024, according to an earnings call this week.
Parents say schools asking too much for back-to-school supplies: Survey
Parents are expected to spend billions of dollars collectively on back-to-school shopping this year.
US economic growth increased last quarter to a healthy 2.8% annual rate
The nation’s economy accelerated last quarter at a strong 2.8% annual pace, with consumers and businesses helping drive growth despite the pressure of continually high interest rates.
A $1 million starter home? It’s becoming the norm in these cities
There are now 237 cities in the U.S. where the typical starter home is worth $1 million or more. Five years ago, there were only 84 such cities.
Bosses admit that return-to-office mandates were meant to make staff quit
Bosses implemented return-to-office mandates hoping their workers would quit
Here is where California ranks on the worst places to retire
California landed near the bottom in a new ranking of the best and worst places to retire in the U.S.
Home goods retailer files for bankruptcy, to close over 70 stores
The company said store closures will span 13 states.
Americans are falling behind on their car payments, data shows
Recent data from auto experts shows that Americans are struggling with car payments, with the number of defaults industrywide up in the first half of 2024.