401(k) balances hit second highest on record: Fidelity
Balances for 401(k) accounts averaged $131,700 in the fourth quarter, according to Fidelity.
Trump's tariffs on Mexico and Canada planned for Tuesday; China tariffs to double
President Donald Trump's 25% tariffs on Mexico and Canada are expected to go into effect on March 4, as critics warn it will drastically raise prices in the U.S.
Did no-tax-on-overtime pass? What to know after House adopts budget resolution
The framework that passed on Tuesday is only a budget resolution to set overall targets for the future and does not change tax law. Here's what's next.
Social Security payments rising for millions after new law: Who qualifies?
Millions of retired teachers, firefighters, and police officers will see higher Social Security benefits following changes to federal law. Here’s what to know.
1 in 3 Americans have 'layoff anxiety' in 2025, survey finds
Many companies, including Starbucks and Chevron, have already announced layoffs this year.
Student loan IDR plans: What could happen under federal budget proposals
House Republicans and federal courts are targeting student loan repayment plans, potentially raising monthly payments for millions of borrowers. Here’s what to know.
How to save money at the grocery store: Survey found these top ideas
As grocery prices tick up, 88% of Americans say they’re changing the way they shop. Here's how.
With inflation high, some Americans have stopped tipping for these services
More than half of consumers say rising inflation is impacting their tipping habits, according to a new survey.
DOGE latest: Nearly 40% of canceled contracts may save no money, data shows
DOGE claims to have found $65 billion in federal government savings so far, but more than 400 contracts worth millions of dollars are drawing questions.
Elon Musk email to federal employees targeted in lawsuit
Here's the latest on the email fiasco that developed over the weekend involving Elon Musk and hundreds of thousands of federal employees.
Fired federal employees search for work but struggle to replace their old jobs
President Donald Trump and Elon Musk have presided over thousands of federal job cuts impacting most of the nation. Now, former government workers are looking for new jobs.
Profiles in Black leadership
So with Profiles in Black Leadership, this allows for me to sit down with these leaders and get some of those same questions that I might ask a business owner, but also still talk about the issues that we're having in community.
Trump officials want to ban junk food from SNAP
Newly confirmed Health and Human Services Secretary Robert F Kennedy Jr has urged the government to ban Snap from being used towards processed foods. The move would require Congress to change the law to restrict purchases.
Border Patrol sees uptick in egg smuggling on southern border amid skyrocketing prices
The bird flu has caused the price of eggs to skyrocket.
Can DOGE pay dividends?
President Donald Trump is considering the idea of returning some of the money saved by DOGE to the the American people, though its unclear if that will happen.
Real estate vs. stock market: Where Americans prefer to invest
A new survey reveals whether Americans prefer the stock market or real estate for long-term investments, and why younger investors remain hesitant about cryptocurrency.
$5,000 DOGE check? Trump backs idea to send some savings to Americans
President Trump said he "loves" the idea of giving some of the savings from Elon Musk's DOGE back to U.S. citizens as a kind of dividend.
Canada border town near WA worries US tariffs would cripple economy
As the U.S. considers a 25% tariff on all Canadian goods, hundreds of businesses in Abbotsford, just across the border from the Washington town of Sumas, are raising concerns.
DOGE claims it has saved $55 billion
The Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE) says it has saved billions of dollars as it continues finding ways to cut government costs. However, DOGE is facing a mountain of legal challenges including a debate over Elon Musk's role in the White House.