American household budgets are under pressure from higher gas prices and new data shows that consumers are turning to credit to cushion the blow of…
Nike is facing a new class action lawsuit accusing the company of failing to refund tariff-related costs it passed on to consumers through higher prices. In the proposed lawsuit, consumers argue Nike should not be…
Claiming dependents correctly could help reduce your tax bill. A family with two qualifying children may potentially receive several thousand dollars in combined tax credits, including the Child Tax Credit and the Child and Dependent Care Credit. Someone supporting an elderly parent may also qualify for additional benefits, including head…
This story about the April 2026 jobs report is developing and will be updated with further details. The U.S. economy added jobs at a modest pace in April amid uncertainty surrounding the impact of conflict in the Middle East on the labor market.What are the key findings of the April…
It’s no secret today’s economy is casting a shadow over many people’s lives, whether at the grocery store, gas pump or even keeping the lights on at home. But, so far, Americans, especially homeowners, appear to be holidng steady when it comes to their debt. Total mortgage balances have risen…
A new report by the Federal Reserve Bank of New York finds that the recent rise in gas prices has affected households very differently based on their income level. Energy prices hit a four-year high in March amid the Iran war, prompting the closure of the Strait of Hormuz, which…
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