Pepsi unveils new look in first refresh in 14 years

North America will be the first region to get the new logo, which will appear inside the globe with a "modern, custom" font. See it here.

Self-directed retirement plan balances increased in Q4: report

Self-directed retirement plan balances as well as balances for 401(k)s, 403(b)s and individual retirement accounts (IRA)s increased at the end of 2022, despite year-over-year losses.

Mortgage rates expected to rise amid economic volatility: Realtor.com

Despite a recent decrease in mortgage rates, economic pressure could elevate rates for the near term, according to an analysis by Realtor.com. But homebuyers may find some solace in overall lower home prices, stronger negotiating power and smaller down payments, another report suggests.

Student loan refinance interest rates fall for 10-year loans

The latest trends in interest rates for student loan refinancing from the Credible marketplace, updated weekly.

Taylor Swift fans take Ticketmaster to court over concert ticketing fiasco

A hearing was held Monday in Los Angeles. Plaintiffs in the lawsuit allege Ticketmaster engaged in antitrust violations, among other claims.

Gas prices drop despite rising demand, tighter supply: AAA

Gas prices decreased this week to $3.49 per gallon, AAA reported. And prices could hold steady as the price of oil remains low, despite a rise in demand for gas.

New Starbucks CEO plans to work in stores monthly

Starbucks’ new CEO Laxman Narasimhan says he plans to work a half-day shift once a month in one of the company’s stores in an effort to stay close to the company’s culture and customers.

Starbucks workers protest before annual shareholder meeting

Starbucks workers and labor activists rallied outside the company’s Seattle headquarters Wednesday to protest what they describe as union-busting efforts by executives.

US home values fell $2.3 trillion in 2022, but homeowners still benefiting from pandemic era gains: Redfin

The total value of U.S. homes was $45.3 trillion at the end of 2022, down 4.9% from a record high of $47.7 trillion in June – the most significant June-to-December drop in percentage terms since 2008, according to Redfin.

Amazon to cut 9,000 more jobs amid 'uncertain economy'

Amazon announced Monday that it plans to cut an additional 9,000 roles within the next few weeks amid the uncertain economic environment.

Gas prices hold steady despite market turmoil: AAA

The national average cost for a gallon of gas held steady at $3.46, even as oil prices plunged to levels not seen since August 2021, AAA said.