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.

Nike to end sales of kangaroo-based sneakers

Nike is launching a new soccer shoe this summer featuring a material that replaces the use of kangaroo leather.

Most seniors say the US is suffering a retirement crisis and many are struggling to save: Survey

Eighty-nine percent of seniors said they are worried that the U.S. is in the grip of a retirement crisis and nearly half are struggling to build their savings, according to American Advisors Group's (AAG) recent survey.

Biden tells US to have confidence in banks after 2 collapse

President Joe Biden on Monday told Americans the nation’s financial systems were safe, seeking to project calm following the swift and stunning collapse of two banks that prompted fears of a broader upheaval.