How the Medicare premium hike could impact your Social Security check

A higher Medicare Part B premium in 2026 could erode next year's cost-of-living adjustment for Social Security recipients, experts say.

• Nov 24

CBS News poll finds most would oppose U.S. military action in Venezuela

Those prioritizing economy say Trump is not spending enough time on it, as ratings of economy, his handling of inflation slip.

• Nov 23

Wholesale turkey prices soar ahead of Thanksgiving. Here's why.

Wholesale prices for frozen turkeys are expected to be $1.32 per pound this year, a 40% increase from last year's average.

• Nov 11

Americans to spend big this holiday despite gloomy economic views

Visa predicts Americans will spend an average of $736 on holiday gifts in 2025, a 10% increase from the $669 reported last year.

• Oct 31

CPI report shows inflation continued to climb in September

Inflation last month rose at an annual rate of 3%, coming in below economists' forecasts as the impact of President Trump's tariffs remain muted.

• Oct 24

Social Security sets its COLA increase for 2026 at 2.8%

Social Security's annual cost-of-living adjustment is aimed at helping the program's 75 million beneficiaries keep pace with inflation.

• Oct 24

MoneyWatch price tracker shows how much food, utility, housing costs are rising

These charts track prices consumers pay for groceries and other goods now compared to five years ago.

• Oct 24

Government shutdown delays Social Security's cost-of-living announcement

Citing the shutdown, the Social Security Administration postponed its announcement of the annual payment bump beneficiaries will receive in 2026.

• Oct 14

Rising grocery prices could lead to shrinkflation, food industry analyst says

Overall grocery prices in August 2025 rose 2.7% compared to one year ago, according to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics Consumer Price Index.

• Sep 18

Social Security COLA could increase 2.7% in 2026, new estimate shows

A 2.7% COLA increase would raise the average monthly Social Security payment by about $54.

• Sep 11

Americans plan to spend less this holiday season, survey shows

A new survey predicts Americans will spend $1,552 per person on average, 5% less than they did in 2024.

• Sep 3

Inflation remained mostly level in July, though some prices edged up

Prices rose at an annual pace of 2.6% in July, the same rate as the previous month and in line with economist forecasts.

• Aug 29

Consumers are skipping their usual fast-food breakfasts. Here's why.

Americans are reining in their spending at fast-food restaurants as they continue to face economic uncertainty.

• Aug 14

U.S. stocks rally toward record highs after better-than-expected inflation data

The U.S. stock market on Tuesday rose toward records after data suggested inflation in July was a touch better than economists expected.

• Aug 12

Inflation rate rose by 2.7% in July, CPI report shows

The inflation rate was cooler than expected, with July's CPI rising 2.7% on an annual basis.

• Aug 12

Tracking cost of cars, trucks, groceries as Trump announces new tariffs

CBS News is tracking the rising cost of products most impacted by tariffs already imposed​ and new ones announced by President Trump, from grocery items to cars and trucks.

• Aug 4

Employers added 73,000 jobs in July, falling short of forecasts

Hiring across the U.S. was weaker than expected in July, a sign the labor market is shifting into lower gear.

• Aug 1

GDP surged in the second quarter after sliding earlier this year

The country's GDP increased at an annual rate of 3%, a sharp turnaround from earlier this year when it fell 0.5%.

• Jul 30

CPI rose in June to 2.7% annual rate, highest since February

The Consumer Price Index in June rose 2.7% on an annual basis, in line with economists' predictions.

• Jul 16

Snack Wrap redux: How McD's is refreshing its menu to lure back customers

McDonald's is reviving its long-lamented Snack Wrap and leaning into affordable eats as it looks to reverse a rare sales slump.

• Jul 9

The Trump tariffs aren't causing U.S. prices to spike. Here's why.

Economists warned that a barrage of new U.S. tariffs could trigger a renewed bout of inflation. So why aren't prices surging?

• Jul 1

Many Americans say they need to earn six figures to feel financially set

For millions of people around the U.S., financial stability amounts to a "rare luxury," Bankrate survey finds.

• Jun 24

More Americans turning to "buy now, pay later" loans to purchase groceries

Roughly a quarter of consumers use "buy now, pay later" loans for ordinary expenses like groceries. That's worrisome, a personal finance expert says.

• Jun 4

Key U.S inflation gauge shows price growth cooled in April

Consumer spending slowed despite rising incomes, potentially an early reaction to higher prices on some imported goods.

• May 30

Home electricity bills forecast to reach a 12-year high this summer

High temperatures and rising electricity costs could boost home energy bills by 6% this summer, a new report says.

• May 20

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