3 in 4 Americans think tipping has gotten out of control, survey finds

Most Americans are getting tired of tipping and admit they only do it because they feel like they have to, according to a recent survey by WalletHub.

Minimum wage vs. tipped wage: State-by-state comparison

Most fast food workers in California are set to be paid a minimum of $20 per hour under a new law that starts Monday. Here is a look at how that compares to other minimum wages across the country.

Final fourth quarter GDP revised upwards as consumer spending rises

The final estimate for real gross domestic product (GDP) in the fourth quarter of 2023 was revised upwards, showing that the U.S. economy grew.

Visa, Mastercard agree to settlement over swipe fees with merchants

The settlement reached between U.S. merchants and Visa and Mastercard could potentially save consumers tens of billions of dollars.

Costco to crack down on non-members eating at food courts

The retailer will enforce a requirement that food court patrons have a Costco membership card starting in a couple of weeks, according to reports.

Housing benefits could lure employees back to office, survey shows

Many companies are facing the ongoing dilemma of office versus remote work four years after the pandemic, with a new survey highlighting housing benefits as a potential solution.

Gas prices rise as spring season approaches: AAA

Although demand is down, gas prices are still rising due to an increase in oil prices.

Linda Bean, granddaughter of retailer LL Bean and GOP activist, dies at 82

Linda L. Bean, a granddaughter of famed outdoor retailer L.L. Bean, as well as a philanthropist, entrepreneur, and GOP activist, has died.

Fed said interest rates will be reduced this year, just not now

On Wednesday, the Federal Reserve announced that it would maintain the federal funds rate at a range of 5.25% to 5.5%.

Reddit goes public: Why now?

Reddit is now public, with shares traded Thursday on the New York Stock Exchange under the ticker symbol "RDDT."

Here's why paid loyalty programs are all the rage at stores and restaurants

Looking for reliable sales in an unpredictable spending environment, more companies have extended their points-based loyalty tiers to making their most dependable customers feel valued for an up-front fee.