Retirement crisis: Great Recession takes its toll on younger Boomers

The Great Recession diminished the retirement savings potential of late Boomers, a study found. And cost adjustments to Social Security could be smaller next year.

Auto loans much more expensive for drivers with bad credit: report

Borrowers are spending more to finance car purchases across the board, but poor credit ratings can drive the cost up by up to $12,000, a recent report by Jerry said.

Google faces 2nd antitrust trial, accused of monopolistic practices in play store

Google on Monday confronted the second major U.S. antitrust trial in two months to cast the internet powerhouse as a brazen bully that uses its immense wealth and people's dependence on one of its main products to stifle competition at consumers' expense.

Back-to-office mandates are pushing some Americans to sell homes at a loss

Back-to-office mandates are pushing many home sellers to close quickly, Redfin reported. This could open up the market to many homebuyers amid low housing availability and high home prices. Here’s what you need to know.

Child care costs are highest in these cities, data reveals

Child care costs in the United States have risen over 30% since 2019, new data by Bank of America shows.

How to get rehired by a former employer: 'More common than people realize'

Some employees realize — after leaving a job and an employer — that they'd like to return to their former workplace. Here's how to navigate this scenario and what to know.

A quarter of student loan borrowers said they'd boycott repayment

25% of Americans said they’ll boycott student loan payments after the pause. But defaulting on student loans can be severe even with Biden’s student loan safety net programs.

GDP surges past expectations in Q3, recession less likely

An uptick in consumer spending helped the U.S. economy grow in the third quarter and increased the odds of a soft landing.

Halloween spending will hit a new record but consumers weary of inflation's impact: report

Americans plan to spend a record $12.2 billion on Halloween this year, beating last year's blowout of $10.6 billion, according to a report by the National Retail Federation (NRF).

McDonald's ditching one of its most recognizable utensils

The switch at McDonald's is part of how the company is redesigning some of its most "iconic products" to cut back on unnecessary waste and transition to more sustainable materials.

Taco Bell wins ‘Taco Tuesday’ trademark fight in all 50 states

Taco Bell won a legal battle that began during the summer. Now, restaurants can use the phrase without any legal issues.

Here's why more Americans are choosing the risky option of driving without insurance: report

Auto insurers are passing on the rising cost of covering claims to their customers and an increasing number are deciding to forgo coverage as a result, a recent report by J.D. Powers said.

Chevron clarifies future of Hess Toy Truck after $53B deal

After Chevron shelled out $53 billion for Hess Corp., the oil giant made a deal of its own, telling customers its iconic Hess Truck will remain a holiday staple.