Americans lean on credit cards and buy now, pay later as gas prices eat bigger share of income
Rising gas prices push lower-income consumers to rely more on credit as fuel costs climb to their highest share of household income since March 2022
ChatGPT boom fuels a luxury housing frenzy in Bay Area
AI-driven wealth is fueling a luxury real estate surge in the Bay Area, with high-end home prices more than doubling gains seen in lower price segments.
National Debt Tracker: American taxpayers (you) are now on the hook for $38,931,651,718,802.09 as of 5/8/26
The United States' national debt is on track to double over the next three decades amid a rush of spending by the White House and Congress.
Ted Cruz says Trump Accounts are 'Social Security personal accounts' that could reshape retirement
Sen. Ted Cruz calls Trump accounts for newborns "Social Security personal accounts," saying they could build momentum for future payroll tax reform.
US economy added 115,000 jobs in April, beating expectations
The U.S. economy added jobs at a modest pace last month according to the Labor Department's April 2026 jobs report that was released on Friday.
Gas price surge hitting low-income households hardest, Fed study finds
Rising gas prices amid the Iran war are hitting low-income households hardest, creating a K-shaped consumption pattern, a New York Fed report finds.
Southern cities dominate rankings of best job markets for new college graduates
Recent college graduates are finding the best career opportunities in Southern cities like Birmingham and Tampa, according to a new ADP study.
Burlington to open over two dozen new stores across country in May
Burlington plans to open more than two dozen new stores across 20 states in May as the discount retailer expands beyond 1,000 U.S. locations.
Disney CEO unveils entertainment giant's new 3-pillar growth plan
Disney CEO Josh D'Amaro outlines a three-pillar growth strategy focused on intellectual property, global consumer reach and AI-powered storytelling.