Major retailers closing doors amid inflation, lower consumer demand
Major retail chains are being forced to close thousands of brick-and-mortar stores across the U.S., with a number of reasons cited for the shutdowns.
Fed holds interest rates steady, projects just one cut this year
The Federal Reserve on Wednesday held interest rates steady for the seventh straight time and scaled back the outlook for rate reductions later this year as high inflation lingers.
Here's who's hiring teens this summer – and which jobs pay the most
Young workers account for about a third of all new hires each June. Here's which jobs hire the most teens – and which ones pay the most.
22% of retirement-age Americans are still working; these states have the most
Despite the number of Americans who are 65 and older decreasing from 2022 to 2024, it’s still double what it used to be almost 40 years ago.
States with the best and worst economies in 2024
Where did your state rank in WalletHub’s list of the best and worst economies?
Orange juice makers consider using alternative fruit as prices skyrocket
Orange juice makers are getting squeezed by high prices
Bass Pro Shops' CEO says brand will focus on affordability amid Inflation
Johnny Morris, CEO and founder of Bass Pro Shops, says inflation is 'very real,' and brand will focus on affordability.
Seattle ranked 34th best city in the world, 7th best in U.S.
A new ranking of the top 100 cities in the world has Seattle making the list, sitting above many notable cities in the United States and across the globe.
Campaign against I-2109, which repeals the capital gains tax, launched across Washington
Educators, childcare providers, and advocates gathered in Burien, Yakima, Spokane and Vancouver to launch the NO I-2109 campaign on Wednesday.
Reports: McDonald's planning $5 meal deal to win back customers
McDonald's is reportedly introducing a $5 meal deal in an effort to attract customers deterred by recent price increases.
More Americans to qualify for Social Security under new SNAP rule
The Social Security Administration has expanded the definition of a public assistance household to include SNAP recipients, broadening eligibility and potentially increasing benefits for more Americans.
Interest rates not changing until inflation cools, Federal Reserve says
The Federal Reserve announced its decision to maintain its key interest rate at a two-decade high of roughly 5.3% amid ongoing concerns about high inflation.
Why now is the best time to visit Japan, thanks to a weak yen
Here are the best things to do when visiting Japan to make your dollar stretch further as the yen drops to historic lows not seen since 1990.
How much money it takes to be 'rich' in America for 2024
A recent study utilizing IRS data reveals that the income required to be considered "rich" varies widely across the U.S., reflecting regional differences in cost of living, local economies, and tax structures.
Is it cheaper to live in Seattle or at an all-inclusive resort?
The median rent price in Seattle is $2,248, according to Rent.com. Seattle-based TikToker Ben Keenan posed the question: 'Is it cheaper to live in Seattle or at an all-inclusive resort in Mexico?'
Bad service, no tip: Most Americans demand quality before tipping
A recent YouGov poll reveals that as tipping becomes an expected norm in increasingly varied sectors amid rising living costs, over half of Americans now express a growing resentment towards tipping, opting to leave no tip for subpar service.
These salaried workers are now eligible for overtime pay
The Biden administration's new rule significantly expands overtime pay eligibility to millions of salaried workers in the U.S., setting higher income thresholds and updating salary limits every three years.
'Doom spending' instead of home buying—how young people are spending their money
Amid inflation and climate concerns, younger generations, including Gen Z and millennials, are turning to "doom spending," buying luxuries as they find homeownership increasingly unaffordable.
High inflation is costing Americans an extra $1K a month
Americans are now facing an additional financial burden of $1,069 per month due to high inflation compared to three years ago.
America's top 1% has total net worth of $44 trillion
Recent Federal Reserve data reveals that America's wealthiest 1%, with assets exceeding $11 million, amassed a record $44.6 trillion in wealth by the end of the fourth quarter of 2023, with fluctuations observed based on geographical location.