https://www.cbsnews.com/ Cbsn Consumerwatch From CBSNews.com Mon, 13 Apr 2026 06:45:12 -0400 5 https://www.cbsnews.com/video/social-security-to-see-massive-boost-next-year-amid-rising-consumer-prices/ The government will increase Social Security benefits by 5.9% in 2022 as Americans contend with higher consumer prices. The Conference Board's chief economist Dana Peterson joins CBSN's "Red & Blue" anchor Elaine Quijano with the details, including how long U.S. labor shortages could last. Mon, 01 Aug 2022 20:41:07 -0400 https://assets1.cbsnewsstatic.com/hub/i/r/2021/10/15/25bfdf08-11e5-4175-88c0-7c84f978e02e/thumbnail/60x60/445d5b7e0baaa7e64613c6dd882c674e/cbsn-fusion-social-security-to-see-massive-boost-next-year-amid-rising-consumer-prices-thumbnail-815964-640x360.jpg cee62113-249b-4504-99ed-84242974d0b3 https://www.cbsnews.com/video/christmas-tree-shortage-affecting-real-and-artificial-trees-ahead-of-holiday-season/ Around 75% of American households display a Christmas tree, but this year it may be more difficult to find both real and artificial ones. Nikki Battiste went to a Christmas farm in Massachusetts to see why they aren't opening this year and what the tree shortage means for those celebrating the holiday. Mon, 14 Mar 2022 19:05:33 -0400 https://assets1.cbsnewsstatic.com/hub/i/r/2021/11/23/c3161910-3143-4382-85c1-0ae66cdf2735/thumbnail/60x60/29120025b397623714c0cee058fccd8a/1123-cbsmornings-christmastreeshortage-battiste-841659-640x360.jpg e84d29c1-0e46-4f0f-b87d-f18fde836c32 https://www.cbsnews.com/video/supply-chain-logjam-stretches-from-chinas-factories-to-us-ports-warehouses-and-stores/ Supply chain disruptions stretch from China's factories to containers sitting on ships in the ports of Los Angeles and Long Beach, where they're waiting to be unloaded. Once the containers are brought ashore in the West, there aren't enough trucks or drivers to transport them to warehouses and stores across the country. CBS News correspondents Ramy Inocencio in China and Carter Evans in Los Angeles examine the slowdown and what's next. Mon, 14 Mar 2022 19:05:33 -0400 https://assets1.cbsnewsstatic.com/hub/i/r/2021/11/03/c4de47cd-cc2c-45fd-b9aa-a5849f12efbd/thumbnail/60x60/2d44377454077915301d96e2b691465b/1103-ctm-taleoftwoports-evans-828692-640x360.jpg 24d279be-74da-4e51-bf67-bcb45eb4df17 https://www.cbsnews.com/video/cnet-editor-at-large-previews-new-tech-products-at-ces-2022/ CNET editor at large Brian Cooley joins "CBS Mornings" to talk about some of the new products being announced at CES in 2022. Highlights include a new health-tracking wearable ring and a human-like robot. Mon, 14 Mar 2022 19:05:33 -0400 https://assets2.cbsnewsstatic.com/hub/i/r/2022/01/05/8e6285fa-0cc8-48d9-b539-48d7b56ca31d/thumbnail/60x60/74f1d5576c74b44973e671aec284938d/0105-cbsmornings-ces-cooley-867216-640x360.jpg e92369a9-9c68-46ce-a1b3-6d011cf70dec https://www.cbsnews.com/video/how-supply-shortages-will-make-thanksgiving-dinner-more-expensive/ Supply chain problems across the country could cause havoc for people's holiday plans. Meg Oliver finds out why shoppers may want to hit the grocery store soon to prepare for Thanksgiving, and Jill Schlesinger tells us how long we can expect to see inflated prices. Mon, 14 Mar 2022 19:05:33 -0400 https://assets1.cbsnewsstatic.com/hub/i/r/2021/11/09/61e8a56e-6e8f-4a27-982d-3e0821c5f3ff/thumbnail/60x60/d96348df856b871c7352eb852ca992de/1109-cbsmornings-shortsupply-oliver-832691-640x360.jpg c285e50d-0cd4-411a-bbcf-bab190780ce4 https://www.cbsnews.com/video/how-is-the-supply-chain-shortage-impacting-holiday-shopping/ USA Today Reporter Charisse Jones joins "CBS Mornings" to discuss supply chain shortages, the impact on holiday shopping, and tips for shopping smart this season. Mon, 14 Mar 2022 19:05:33 -0400 https://assets1.cbsnewsstatic.com/hub/i/r/2021/11/26/24351ea7-5647-4e4f-ad2c-faddd9bdba93/thumbnail/60x60/161679bf4b99a619845f9eca368bb091/1126-cm-holidayshopping-jones-843070-640x360.jpg 54e22922-3da2-43d1-901a-17b84f7d363a https://www.cbsnews.com/video/us-faces-record-high-inflation-with-prices-soaring-more-than-6-percent-in-past-year/ The Labor Department said inflation has hit a 31-year high, with prices rising at more than double the rate seen in recent decades. This comes as supply shortages continue across the country. Nancy Cordes reports from the White House. Mon, 14 Mar 2022 19:05:33 -0400 https://assets1.cbsnewsstatic.com/hub/i/r/2021/11/11/a8be5081-27fe-4ef9-81c9-3ca5bcac9c9e/thumbnail/60x60/bdeb148e455b2bbf9eab9724348d7066/1111-cbsmornings-inflationlatest-cordes-834085-640x360.jpg 8fdb703a-5712-4eb7-b038-8f07c69abd86 https://www.cbsnews.com/video/household-tech-gadgets-at-risk-after-vulnerability-found-in-frequently-used-software/ Household tech gadgets could be at risk after Minecraft video game staffers identified a flaw in the frequently used software. CBS News chief justice and homeland security correspondent Jeff Pegues explains what can be done to protect devices. Mon, 14 Mar 2022 19:05:33 -0400 https://assets1.cbsnewsstatic.com/hub/i/r/2021/12/15/c474b8e7-affa-461e-bad6-036e10351edc/thumbnail/60x60/53df6e59d55d382be936c6308c15d0ea/1215-ctm-cybervulnerability-pegues-856476-640x360.jpg 0bd6814c-fde0-46fe-a766-3f82ad0dcd7c https://www.cbsnews.com/video/online-bots-are-making-it-harder-to-find-holiday-deals-this-year/ When it comes to finding online holiday shopping deals, Americans are not only competing against other people but also against automated "bots," software designed to quickly buy-up huge amounts of popular items and sell them at higher prices. As Mark Strassmann reports, it's a problem that's only grown worse since the pandemic began. Mon, 14 Mar 2022 19:05:33 -0400 https://assets1.cbsnewsstatic.com/hub/i/r/2021/11/30/dd47eeb8-3144-40ac-af72-50cf5532cc5c/thumbnail/60x60/9dc7db4656a55956797f944141456d0d/1130-ctm-holidaygrinchbots-strassmann-845285-640x360.jpg 993026a1-da4e-4357-b944-84436abc83a4 https://www.cbsnews.com/video/facebook-announces-new-name-amid-crisis/ Facebook announced it has rebranded to now be called Meta. The move comes after widespread concerns over the company's handling of hate and misinformation on its platforms. Laurie Segall reports. Mon, 14 Mar 2022 19:05:33 -0400 https://assets2.cbsnewsstatic.com/hub/i/r/2021/10/29/4df37336-b63e-485f-932f-a2ed77ff6873/thumbnail/60x60/9a4bfd4643416afdab8381431918fbf5/1029-cbsmornings-facebookrebrand-825479-640x360.jpg 3f719e79-02ae-4b81-8435-ca6ff85f528e https://www.cbsnews.com/video/customers-allege-rental-car-giant-hertz-had-them-falsely-arrested-some-jailed-for-stealing-cars/ Rental car company Hertz is facing allegations from customers who say they were falsely arrested because the company reported the cars they had rented as stolen. The company, which recently emerged from bankruptcy, insists virtually all of the claims are "meritless" — and says they should not be allowed to proceed. Anna Werner reports. Mon, 14 Mar 2022 19:05:33 -0400 https://assets2.cbsnewsstatic.com/hub/i/r/2021/11/04/e4b60ed6-77b7-4cd3-ade1-4fb55cabd99f/thumbnail/60x60/fcab878a661e21ac32e6ad20585b0a08/1104-ctm-hertzlawsuit-werner-west-829604-640x360.jpg 37a98551-bb7b-4167-b0d8-a9f65460f3e1 https://www.cbsnews.com/video/fighting-online-scams-and-fake-social-media-accounts/ CBS News' Dr. Tara Narula looks at online scams using fake social media accounts, after learning her husband's photos were stolen to create fake accounts. 60 Minutes+ correspondent Laurie Segall joins "CBS Mornings" to discuss who is most at risk for these kinds of scams and how to protect yourself. Mon, 14 Mar 2022 19:05:33 -0400 https://assets1.cbsnewsstatic.com/hub/i/r/2021/10/21/1c2b203e-7c02-4da2-9ea3-7ffaa5ff1754/thumbnail/60x60/15ad633c6668d7d4410f681561015bb5/1021-ctm-fakeinstagramprofiles-narula-819813-640x360.jpg 010c4d69-b468-42cd-98ad-5e1f23936391 https://www.cbsnews.com/video/number-of-container-ships-waiting-to-enter-two-of-the-busiest-u-s-ports-hits-a-new-record/ The number of container ships waiting to enter the ports of Los Angeles and Long Beach hit a new record. Carter Evans explains what's causing the backup. Mon, 14 Mar 2022 19:05:33 -0400 https://assets2.cbsnewsstatic.com/hub/i/r/2021/11/26/0f618115-28d0-44e4-a705-ca8842ae9009/thumbnail/60x60/45a8a8477de55122fa3671d7bc8c5878/1126-cm-portlongshoreman-evans-843079-640x360.jpg ca6a37ec-b75a-4587-8ba6-ddbe802c81e6 https://www.cbsnews.com/video/retail-sales-surge-by-1point7-percent-highest-monthly-increase-since-march/ Retail sales increased by 1.7% last month, and an overall 16.3% compared to last year. CBS News business analyst Jill Schlesinger explains what's behind the increase and what it means for the upcoming holiday shopping season. Mon, 14 Mar 2022 19:05:33 -0400 https://assets2.cbsnewsstatic.com/hub/i/r/2021/11/17/96d02a59-58bb-47db-8c79-7637afe5fc8a/thumbnail/60x60/fbbd4e1bed313b0789845d40385a7b1c/1117-cbsmornings-holidayretail-qa-838020-640x360.jpg 69acb69c-5f95-4896-bc30-56fc857c57e0 https://www.cbsnews.com/video/how-supply-chain-issues-could-cause-product-shortages-and-fewer-discounts-for-holiday-shoppers/ Consumer Reports' Mary Beth Quirk joins "CBS Mornings" to talk about how supply chain issues are impacting holiday shopping. She discusses what items you need to buy now if you want to have them in time for the holiday, and how shortages and delays are impacting traditional holidays sales. Mon, 14 Mar 2022 19:05:33 -0400 https://assets2.cbsnewsstatic.com/hub/i/r/2021/11/10/ea45b77c-e10e-4b24-b981-a23666367e26/thumbnail/60x60/1f5d43dfcbc9c6f57f2151e43430538d/1110-ctm-inshortsupplybuynow-quirk-833419-640x360.jpg 9fa23c53-c2dc-4052-b6b0-3d7cca98072a https://www.cbsnews.com/video/walmart-starts-using-autonomous-drones-in-new-delivery-service/ CBS News got an exclusive look at a new on-demand delivery service, which uses autonomous drone technology, outside a Walmart headquarters in Pea Ridge, Arkansas. Errol Barnett reports. Mon, 14 Mar 2022 19:05:33 -0400 https://assets1.cbsnewsstatic.com/hub/i/r/2021/11/18/49d803f5-af11-4a32-b2e0-5a978ecb5fd1/thumbnail/60x60/65dfe4982de45e5535dbf6ae96e6aa9e/1118-cm-walmartdrones-838872-640x360.jpg 6ec3c82a-23e5-43e0-b316-07404ae8946c https://www.cbsnews.com/video/grocery-stores-facing-shortages-due-to-severe-weather-and-rising-covid-cases/ New federal inflation data shows consumer prices soared over the last year, affecting everything from gas to food. Inflation rose 7% since December 2020 — the fastest in nearly 40 years. Many shoppers are also noticing empty shelves at their grocery stores, due to severe weather and rising COVID-19 cases. Scott MacFarlane reports from Bethesda, Maryland. Mon, 14 Mar 2022 19:05:33 -0400 https://assets2.cbsnewsstatic.com/hub/i/r/2022/01/13/62d7e173-5ac5-4d6f-8906-7fedb7ca9b42/thumbnail/60x60/20c98d9383dc3c3e1abb7837c71e279f/0113-ctm-grocerystores-macfarlane-872634-640x360.jpg 8113799d-82a9-494f-928a-e2f60465d638 https://www.cbsnews.com/video/unique-gift-ideas-for-shoppers-looking-to-support-small-local-businesses-this-holiday-season/ Etsy's trend expert, Dayna Isom Johnson, joins "CBS Mornings" to discuss shopping from small businesses this holiday season and how to shop with intention. She also shows some examples of unique gifts available from small businesses selling on Etsy. Mon, 14 Mar 2022 19:05:33 -0400 https://assets3.cbsnewsstatic.com/hub/i/r/2021/12/06/320d9927-b60a-48fb-beed-399e7a10eba7/thumbnail/60x60/caa8f9d6b1b531c044dd2631daaa0c3b/1206-ctm-shopsmall-johnson-849531-640x360.jpg 032d5bc1-6fe8-4f6b-bdcd-407f3e0c0172 https://www.cbsnews.com/video/former-facebook-executive-says-leaked-documents-show-platforms-harm/ We're getting an inside look at more of the massive trove of leaked documents from embattled tech giant Facebook. CBS News, along with a consortium of other new outlets, reviewed thousands of pages of internal research, employee comments and presentations. They suggest the company was aware its platforms — Facebook, Instagram and WhatsApp — can fuel hate, polarization, conspiracy theories and misinformation but at times did little to stop it. Laurie Segall reports. Mon, 14 Mar 2022 19:05:33 -0400 https://assets1.cbsnewsstatic.com/hub/i/r/2021/10/25/4afe0656-b565-46d1-8910-df74a6081fe2/thumbnail/60x60/8c96ec3c55554ffd4ff2fbf4f14014de/1025-ctm-facebookpapers-segall-822373-640x360.jpg 3168e2fa-4be5-48ba-a970-04cb00590f3f https://www.cbsnews.com/video/retail-labor-shortage-causing-problems-for-businesses-especially-small-ones/ Some U.S. businesses are facing a perfect storm ahead of the holidays, with increased demand, staff shortages and rising prices. CBS News correspondent Meg Oliver visits a small business in New Jersey that is struggling to find workers approaching a busy holiday season. Mon, 14 Mar 2022 19:05:33 -0400 https://assets3.cbsnewsstatic.com/hub/i/r/2021/11/17/2d68255a-2154-4924-b868-024f85864bc3/thumbnail/60x60/b122be783a090c6be4d79b6198510edc/1117-cbsmornings-holidayretail-oliver-838011-640x360.jpg 8b1b2dc7-e449-41af-ae8f-f8e688155856 https://www.cbsnews.com/video/heating-bills-expected-to-skyrocket-over-higher-fuel-costs-potentially-colder-winter/ Heating bills are expected to skyrocket with more than half of U.S. households expected to pay at least 30% more this winter. Our consumer investigative correspondent Anna Werner has been looking into this. Mon, 14 Mar 2022 19:05:33 -0400 https://assets3.cbsnewsstatic.com/hub/i/r/2021/11/10/039a50d9-cab9-44c2-bca7-70495f0d7c03/thumbnail/60x60/ed8c8413870f2bcbc5674a529eca7964/1110-ctm-heatingprices-werner-833375-640x360.jpg e251c8a0-019c-4d2c-a7fd-b0354956538b https://www.cbsnews.com/video/jeff-gennette-macys-ceo-on-staffing-shortages-inflation-and-supply-chain-problems-this-holiday-season/ Macy's CEO Jeff Gennette joins "CBS Mornings" to discuss the impact of staffing shortages, inflation and supply chain problems this holiday shopping season. Sat, 12 Mar 2022 11:20:36 -0500 https://assets2.cbsnewsstatic.com/hub/i/r/2021/11/26/7007ede7-7b43-4bb7-965c-f08a66bbff7d/thumbnail/60x60/30007f8d4fe9be2179a475a3f4d327ee/1126-cm-macysceo-gennette-843112-640x360.jpg 8b2966ab-6029-441b-abc0-e74f95f02506 https://www.cbsnews.com/video/biden-addresses-us-supply-chain-issues/ President Biden announced a new semiconductor facility will be built in Ohio to help alleviate supply chain issues. Plus, the Biden administration is preparing for a potential Russian invasion of Ukraine. Reuters White House correspondent Jeff Mason joins CBSN's Lana Zak to break down the latest news. Sat, 22 Jan 2022 03:21:02 -0500 https://assets2.cbsnewsstatic.com/hub/i/r/2022/01/22/5b10f3de-3051-4a48-8270-ac837b760520/thumbnail/60x60/34b15f7de14aba4953a2a783b9d0309f/cbsn-fusion-pres-biden-addresses-us-supply-chain-issues-thumbnail-878582-640x360.jpg 2e079d54-8cf8-4020-930d-b12b706150e8 https://www.cbsnews.com/video/cryptocurrency-trends-to-watch-in-2022/ 2022 is expected to be an up-and-down year for investing in cryptocurrency. MoneyWatch reporter Khristopher Brooks joins CBSN AM with more on what may lie ahead for crypto investors. Fri, 14 Jan 2022 20:46:58 -0500 https://assets1.cbsnewsstatic.com/hub/i/r/2022/01/10/e90e7fc9-f06c-4f04-bed2-e9ec165b5b92/thumbnail/60x60/f4ebcd60cebc8a0e435ba67e5ba72523/cbsn-fusion-cryptocurrency-trends-to-watch-in-2022-thumbnail-870428-640x360.jpg 14b76889-5d45-4a80-94f7-4f2c4db4eb76 https://www.cbsnews.com/video/cnets-dan-ackerman-on-devices-and-apps-that-can-help-you-achieve-your-new-years-resolutions/ If you are starting to crumble on your New Year's resolutions, you are not alone. Studies show most people abandon their resolutions by the end of January. But as CNET's Dan Ackerman tells "CBS Mornings," there are many innovative devices, apps and products that can help users stay on track with their 2022 goals. Fri, 14 Jan 2022 01:41:37 -0500 https://assets1.cbsnewsstatic.com/hub/i/r/2022/01/13/175cf095-74d0-475a-a34d-8e7b39699861/thumbnail/60x60/4b0148e2995e8388ee125ef0cb9e2ca9/0113-ctm-resolutiontech-ackerman-872725-640x360.jpg 74b1e0de-bca5-4e2c-b459-89b698f0cc3f https://www.cbsnews.com/video/safety-concerns-raised-over-apple-airtags/ An article by The New York Times looks at how Apple's AirTag technology is being used to potentially stalk people and steal cars. NYT technology reporter Ryan Mac joins CBSN to discuss concerns over the tracking device. Fri, 07 Jan 2022 13:44:58 -0500 https://assets1.cbsnewsstatic.com/hub/i/r/2022/01/07/8ab59e5b-f600-4150-9190-28e3bef80816/thumbnail/60x60/d063c5b24eb3f31b3b1c4480a069d9f6/0105-cbsn-appeairtags-hyr-869082-640x360.jpg 1fad4787-6e28-49db-b97c-7255889c8d5c https://www.cbsnews.com/video/health-wellness-and-food-technology-headline-ces-2022/ CES 2022 officially kicked off Wednesday in Las Vegas, despite events beginning earlier in the week. Some headlining trends at the world's largest annual technology show include health, wellness and food technology. CBSN tech reporter Dan Patterson joins CBSN to discuss. Wed, 05 Jan 2022 22:07:34 -0500 https://assets2.cbsnewsstatic.com/hub/i/r/2022/01/05/7bb52ceb-97f0-40eb-b280-8a05f539fdb7/thumbnail/60x60/4905d77b996a85915f417e2055b7b7eb/cbsn-fusion-health-wellness-and-food-technology-headline-ces-2022-thumbnail-867488-640x360.jpg 9cc00c6c-6d4c-4d2a-ab9c-f7b2bd06e836 https://www.cbsnews.com/video/gadgets-steal-the-show-at-day-1-of-ces-2022/ CES 2022 is giving tech fans a first look at the gadgets of the future. CBSN tech reporter Dan Patterson joins CBSN AM to recap the first day of the consumer technology expo. Tue, 04 Jan 2022 22:49:18 -0500 https://assets3.cbsnewsstatic.com/hub/i/r/2022/01/04/fdfcddb2-a9f4-4d38-a2f0-e13b4255d895/thumbnail/60x60/ad89d47205839cc43662cffb16ea6042/cbsn-fusion-gadgets-steal-the-show-at-day-1-of-ces-2022-thumbnail-866697-640x360.jpg 180a7825-3770-4e51-95b0-81e870d4eff9 https://www.cbsnews.com/video/ces-2022-begins-las-vegas-tech-show/ Tens of thousands of people are gathering in Las Vegas for the first day of CES 2022. CBSN tech reporter Dan Patterson joins CBSN AM with a preview of this year's event. Tue, 04 Jan 2022 22:48:59 -0500 https://assets2.cbsnewsstatic.com/hub/i/r/2022/01/03/347b373e-7f9e-46d6-9789-3970652da815/thumbnail/60x60/830b53ea70bd235b3c1df3bc98446ae9/cbsn-fusion-ces-2022-begins-today-in-las-vegas-thumbnail-866115-640x360.jpg 8e8b23a5-810e-49e3-bb09-8a3a766028c6 https://www.cbsnews.com/video/supply-chain-issues-spark-cream-cheese-shortage/ Restaurants have been hit hard during the pandemic with shutdowns and a lack of workers. Now, the industry is struggling with another issue regarding a popular ingredient in short supply: cream cheese. CBS News' Naomi Ruchim reports. Wed, 22 Dec 2021 02:03:47 -0500 https://assets3.cbsnewsstatic.com/hub/i/r/2021/12/22/b31564cb-a912-46b6-9717-cb31c142e86a/thumbnail/60x60/4c11853897c5f32602543af43e7bee4e/gettyimages-641861534.jpg 4a33234a-e3b5-4c2f-9f6f-bcf0fbe08fef