"Peanut butter" pay raises are out, as employers shift to merit hikes

Here's what employees can expect for a raise in 2027 as companies move away from broad-based pay increases.

• Aug 5

More Americans report shoplifting as inflation climbs, survey finds

Thirty percent of respondents said they shoplifted this year, with most citing affordability concerns and financial hardship.

• Jul 21

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Bessent on Trump's crypto earnings: "I don't think there's an appearance problem"

Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent touched on the recent disclosure of President Trump's crypto earnings, the latest developments with the tax-deferred Trump Accounts, and the struggles facing the U.S. economy.

• Jul 2

In a tough economy, many U.S. teachers forced to work second jobs

According to a recent survey, 71% of U.S. public school teachers said they work at least one second job.

• Jun 10

May inflation likely topped 4% for first time in 3 years, economists say

Economists expect the Consumer Price Index this week to show U.S. inflation continuing to rise due to higher energy costs.

• Jun 9

Pay for American workers is lagging inflation — again

U.S. wage growth is lagging inflation for the first time since 2023, eroding consumers' purchasing power.

• May 18

CPI surged in April as inflation soars to highest level in almost 3 years

U.S. consumer prices rose in April, fueled by a spike in energy prices caused by the Iran war.

• May 12

Over half of Americans say their finances are worsening, Gallup finds

The impact of higher energy prices and fears about covering monthly bill is taking a toll on public sentiment, a new Gallup poll finds.

• Apr 28

7-Eleven plans to close 645 stores this year

The chain's North American operator forecast it will open 205 stores in 2026, although those openings will be outpaced by a series of closures.

• Apr 14

Beef, that all-American food, is getting harder for Americans to afford

The cost of ground beef in the U.S. has soared in recent years and is forecast to jump even further in 2026. What gives?

• Apr 13

Inflation surged in March as Iran war drove up energy costs

Inflation rose at an annual rate of 3.3% in March, driven by the sharpest monthly increase in gas prices since 1967.

• Apr 10

CPI report may show inflation hitting 2024 levels amid soaring gas prices

Economic forecasts show that this week's March Consumer Price Index could show prices climbing at their fastest pace in nearly two years.

• Apr 9

Georgia Power, Alabama Power receive record federal energy loan

Federal energy officials say they will loan a record $26.5 billion federal loan to Georgia Power and Alabama Power to expand electricity supply.

• Feb 26

Georgia foster care system faces $85 million deficit despite state's budget surplus

The Georgia Division of Family and Children Services faces a projected budget shortfall of more than $85 million, triggering immediate service cuts and a near halt on new foster care placements by private providers.

• Jan 9

Petflation: How soaring pet food prices are straining households

A surge in the cost of dog and cat food, known as "petflation," is straining household budgets across the U.S.

• Nov 4, 2025

Rising global coffee prices test Atlanta's local coffee scene

Since President Trump imposed a 50% tariff on Brazil, one of the world's top coffee exporters, Atlanta coffee shops say higher bean costs are cutting into their profits.

• Oct 2, 2025

Atlanta restaurants concerned over rising food costs, tariffs

With higher food prices and the impact of tariffs, metro Atlanta chefs are concerned with how they're going to survive.

• Sep 19, 2025