https://www.cbsnews.com/ Moneywatch From CBSNews.com Fri, 10 Jul 2026 14:34:34 -0400 5 https://www.cbsnews.com/news/gas-prices-rise-us-iran-war/ Prices at the pump sank following a June ceasefire. But renewed conflict in the Middle East and other factors are driving fuel costs back up. Fri, 10 Jul 2026 13:30:52 -0400 https://assets3.cbsnewsstatic.com/hub/i/r/2026/06/18/d33b9060-2349-4f0b-8503-2baa1b911d60/thumbnail/60x60/b3504268b4869f83d8c000a5cdb95723/cbsn-fusion-gas-prices-dip-below-4-a-gallon-on-average-for-first-time-in-months-thumbnail.jpg 2c81e166-fea0-4686-9492-cdcb437d0618 https://www.cbsnews.com/news/trump-wont-sign-housing-bill-will-become-law-soon-without-veto/ President Trump said Friday he won't sign the law, but a U.S. official said he isn't expected to veto it either. Fri, 10 Jul 2026 13:19:17 -0400 https://assets1.cbsnewsstatic.com/hub/i/r/2026/07/10/7d818921-8641-4455-8d44-3f49457c4a4a/thumbnail/60x60/acd5fa1067b896df6c824e83fe901702/ap26120682494754.jpg 1d87be2a-b407-400e-a48b-2183de10ee03 https://www.cbsnews.com/news/irs-refund-deadline-july-10-2026/ A federal court ruling enabled some taxpayers to seek refunds tied to COVID-era filing deadlines. But that window expires July 10 — here's what to know. Fri, 10 Jul 2026 11:09:05 -0400 https://assets1.cbsnewsstatic.com/hub/i/r/2026/01/28/d990e08f-8ed3-4cd6-b852-7ea9a609f967/thumbnail/60x60/ac856b00858037fc2e61cd8e772e9706/cbsn-fusion-how-to-get-a-bigger-refund-this-tax-season-thumbnail.jpg e071e1c2-09b9-454a-bb8f-3d78c77b589b https://www.cbsnews.com/news/ex-epoch-times-cfo-pleads-guilty-in-67m-money-laundering-scheme/ The former CFO of The Epoch Times, a conservative multinational media company, interrupted jury selection at his money laundering trial to plead guilty to a conspiracy charge in a $67 million fraud scheme. Fri, 10 Jul 2026 06:37:00 -0400 https://assets3.cbsnewsstatic.com/hub/i/r/2026/07/10/1a099184-54b0-4c9d-929f-beaec6d00f18/thumbnail/60x60/288f89a934b7350e676c485d2c93e59d/ap24157543758567.jpg 04a8db35-a1fc-4a82-b9f1-80df6d4bfcca https://www.cbsnews.com/news/easyjet-takeover-offer-apollo-bidding-war-castlerock/ British budget airline EasyJet says it's reached an agreement in principle for a £5.7-billion ($7.7-billion) takeover by U.S. private equity firm Apollo, topping a rival offer from fellow American private equity investor Castlelake​. Fri, 10 Jul 2026 06:23:55 -0400 https://assets1.cbsnewsstatic.com/hub/i/r/2013/09/26/7dd1f597-3598-11e3-8ce8-047d7b15b92e/thumbnail/60x60/d44f01ad57c90a677973f4cda92416e4/preview-A-319-photo001.jpg 0d273fd6-48b5-471e-8f45-c4d9598683ba https://www.cbsnews.com/news/donald-j-trump-international-airport-new-letter-code-passenger-confusion/ Palm Beach International Airport officially became Donald J. Trump International Airport on Thursday, but the airport's code won't change for another 40 days. Thu, 09 Jul 2026 20:51:10 -0400 https://assets3.cbsnewsstatic.com/hub/i/r/2026/07/09/990ce48d-d04c-430c-ace2-e9a154506365/thumbnail/60x60/b280d52cee39b1de655a2d0da23de89d/ap26051523657624.jpg 3feef2cb-eb72-4c72-99bd-f425cf5e47b5 https://www.cbsnews.com/news/us-home-prices-all-time-high/ Sky-high housing prices make even starter homes too expensive for most Americans, housing data show. Thu, 09 Jul 2026 18:07:00 -0400 https://assets3.cbsnewsstatic.com/hub/i/r/2026/06/08/b5f64617-ba02-4a64-976f-ddf88bc40622/thumbnail/60x60/ed48d89dfb4402526ccad5d5bd3d717b/gettyimages-134099845.jpg 7a6f7ea8-1482-451a-9897-740ff93f3438 https://www.cbsnews.com/news/why-airline-ticket-prices-remain-high-2026/ Lower jet fuel costs spell relief for airlines. But that doesn't mean they'll pass savings onto customers by lowering airfares, experts said. Thu, 09 Jul 2026 13:55:55 -0400 https://assets2.cbsnewsstatic.com/hub/i/r/2026/07/09/aff59ba6-08ba-478d-b94d-8cad6f48dcfa/thumbnail/60x60/f6cf59f484efcb0216160e28421d6f19/gettyimages-1273686686.jpg 4019a117-d13c-4a08-b31e-a478ab14a741 https://www.cbsnews.com/news/freedom-fuel-gas-station-trump/ The Freedom Fuel Network is offering gasoline for more than 30 cents a gallon below the national average. Thu, 09 Jul 2026 10:45:45 -0400 https://assets2.cbsnewsstatic.com/hub/i/r/2026/07/08/230afc64-575f-44c1-b26e-aef1d2dfd70c/thumbnail/60x60/3316027def4ad75d1bd7172a39c6a428/gettyimages-1797044510.jpg 512cb4a8-ab04-4bc8-a734-cc03087d8ca0 https://www.cbsnews.com/news/kia-recall-telluride-almost-463000-catch-fire-being-driven-parked-nhtsa/ Kia America is recalling almost 463,000 Telluride SUVs from the 2020-2024 model years that could catch fire while being driven or parked, the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration says. Thu, 09 Jul 2026 08:09:00 -0400 https://assets1.cbsnewsstatic.com/hub/i/r/2025/05/09/4d92808b-584c-48f7-9308-5907be01721e/thumbnail/60x60/22012b12a22331cda142f4261efa8721/gettyimages-2208373702.jpg 370b192e-ed5b-404c-b253-3e495cdf17f5 https://www.cbsnews.com/news/trump-one-big-beautiful-bill-obbba-winners-losers-one-year-later/ A year after President Trump signed the sweeping tax and spending package, its effects on households, businesses and federal programs are increasingly evident. Thu, 09 Jul 2026 08:04:36 -0400 https://assets1.cbsnewsstatic.com/hub/i/r/2026/07/01/ada0a98a-9a6b-426a-b045-7a95683c4622/thumbnail/60x60/c9881bd81dc36e2c2de3c80a4647ca0a/cbsn-fusion-trump-filing-billion-unprecedented-presidential-history-thumbnail.jpg 27ef071c-5bc1-40c6-8a24-2bfc11a7acee https://www.cbsnews.com/video/can-you-hack-your-brain-to-stop-impulse-buying-money-moves-with-jill-schlesinger/ "Dopamine sites" are on the rise in South Korea, allowing people to simulate the thrill of online shopping or food delivery without spending any actual money. Could this be the fix for compulsive spenders? Plus, Jill helps caller Danielle navigate a financial crossroads: after taking a pay cut to make work and life more manageable, she's now facing higher-than-expected college costs for her child while trying to stay on track for retirement. Have a money question? Email askjill@jillonmoney.com. Thu, 09 Jul 2026 07:00:00 -0400 https://assets3.cbsnewsstatic.com/hub/i/r/2026/07/09/836b1760-237f-46c3-9aaf-e8bba5bda614/thumbnail/60x60/1c2043e7a33136950fd59f8ed0284a71/1.png 2db07d7b-8b6e-480c-b7f4-bed188e0a8c9 https://www.cbsnews.com/news/trump-seeking-delay-payment-e-jean-carroll-asks-supreme-court-to-reconsider/ The damages were awarded to Carroll, a writer, by a 2023 jury in a civil sexual abuse and defamation case. Wed, 08 Jul 2026 22:07:58 -0400 https://assets1.cbsnewsstatic.com/hub/i/r/2023/08/18/08820a64-e653-4e2c-bb9f-dbd8acfd0d42/thumbnail/60x60/85ee05fb0df3b2a2d509efa7bcb2def3/cnn-l19jb21wb25lbnrzl2ltywdll2luc3rhbmnlcy9szwrlltbhmzlkzmywytm2nzziognknjy5nzkyzdy0yzkznwrh-l19wywdlcy9oxzzhmgq5yta1zgqzyjcwn2vmotyzymqznzg5zjyzzdgy.jpg 40eb51d0-1a4a-4ce6-9d95-42ff5b93f104 https://www.cbsnews.com/news/dow-oil-prices-strait-of-hormuz-trump/ Oil prices jumped 6% while U.S. stocks fell as renewed Middle East conflict threatens crude shipments through the Strait of Hormuz. Wed, 08 Jul 2026 16:08:00 -0400 https://assets3.cbsnewsstatic.com/hub/i/r/2026/03/25/31c49735-4799-4466-a964-35f98db735a1/thumbnail/60x60/34941a02855ee8c389af271886735b07/cbsn-fusion-stock-market-oil-prices-react-to-trumps-iran-negotiation-claims-thumbnail.jpg 0664968a-766c-4d0d-b6fc-20d121254a1d https://www.cbsnews.com/news/usps-forever-stamp-price-increase-july-2026/ The cost of a first-class Forever stamp has climbed 41% since 2021, and postal officials have signaled they want prices to rise even more. Wed, 08 Jul 2026 10:03:00 -0400 https://assets3.cbsnewsstatic.com/hub/i/r/2026/07/07/a87bec19-84cf-43a4-abee-92ef1f07981a/thumbnail/60x60/c14dc1ce86b503212a2735e16b346829/gettyimages-2161800160.jpg a2c0e9c5-c84e-4439-8b5f-b6d533cfd3ba https://www.cbsnews.com/video/half-of-millennials-feel-pressure-to-choose-between-stability-and-parenthood-study-shows/ Millennials and Gen Z are feeling the financial crush when it comes to the decision to have children, research shows. CBS News business analyst Jill Schlesinger has tips on managing the pressure. Wed, 08 Jul 2026 09:26:42 -0400 https://assets2.cbsnewsstatic.com/hub/i/r/2026/07/08/d32c2481-373e-413a-adca-e085b35a0bb5/thumbnail/60x60/40d0716a3580272c22bb1e2722d4b276/cbsn-fusion-half-of-millennials-feel-pressure-to-choose-between-stability-and-parenthood-study-shows-thumbnail.jpg b8b1a949-fed0-4667-8ba9-8af0c94bda33 https://www.cbsnews.com/news/china-security-backdoor-anthropic-ai-coding-tool/ A Chinese industry regulator warned users of a "security backdoor" embedded in versions of U.S. artificial intelligence company Anthropic's coding tool, Claude Code. Wed, 08 Jul 2026 07:10:14 -0400 https://assets3.cbsnewsstatic.com/hub/i/r/2026/07/08/6477fa20-b3ac-4405-b5bc-bfd2831400bc/thumbnail/60x60/f5e2790ee2edb5ddf0400c0974150dcd/gettyimages-2284602172.jpg 312a09bf-db06-45d4-a122-f464ce21fc0b https://www.cbsnews.com/news/why-do-airlines-check-carry-on-at-the-gate/ Catching a flight with just a carry-on can make travel feel easy. No need to check a bag and all your belongings stay with you. But quite often, that suddenly changes before boarding. Tue, 07 Jul 2026 23:32:00 -0400 https://assets2.cbsnewsstatic.com/hub/i/r/2026/07/07/0873d350-d626-4de0-aad3-cd718a8d032f/thumbnail/60x60/623f7b59ffa6b24beb7d7134da59e5b5/gettyimages-1474838560.jpg 6fdd6a17-c99e-4c51-b3f0-5808ffcddc9f https://www.cbsnews.com/news/ford-recall-wiper-pinion-shaft-pedestrian-warning-mustang-lincoln-nautilus-explorer/ A slew of Ford recalls affects some new and used Mustang, Lincoln Nautilus Hybrid and Explorer Hybrid vehicles, according to a federal safety watchdog. Tue, 07 Jul 2026 17:04:00 -0400 https://assets2.cbsnewsstatic.com/hub/i/r/2026/07/07/c36237ad-b4e4-4151-bbef-6f67af970441/thumbnail/60x60/c54fc3b6e44903e3be325741755c5df8/gettyimages-2284066738.jpg fc41c45f-442e-41cc-9f65-65c62b4dc176 https://www.cbsnews.com/news/walmart-price-cuts-beef-coke-pepsi-corn-ice-cream/ President Trump praised Walmart and said the lower prices are the result of "my Administration's request to celebrate our great Country's 250th birthday." Tue, 07 Jul 2026 11:12:00 -0400 https://assets2.cbsnewsstatic.com/hub/i/r/2025/10/14/3c1413c9-82b3-49d6-aced-1cb30408dc63/thumbnail/60x60/04408a15ccf1d4ea7cf01b6d3cbfa142/gettyimages-1205217071.jpg 70289e42-7a9d-4d39-8c8a-bead1fe7140f https://www.cbsnews.com/news/nara-organics-infant-formula-botulism-recall-fda/ The FDA is urging parents and caregivers to immediately stop using a Nara Organics-brand formula after several infants contracted botulism. Tue, 07 Jul 2026 11:05:05 -0400 https://assets3.cbsnewsstatic.com/hub/i/r/2026/06/14/de511189-a014-443c-83ba-291600572058/thumbnail/60x60/18c4ba25f9f4f72d226b1bb7c89b6d77/screenshot-2026-06-14-at-11-33-22-am.png 0d5c69a7-b38c-47ba-96a5-ccd88f41245e https://www.cbsnews.com/news/tilly-norwood-ai-generated-actor-feature-film/ AI-generated actor Tilly Norwood is set to star in her first feature film, with her creator saying that "art will be imitating life." Tue, 07 Jul 2026 09:42:44 -0400 https://assets3.cbsnewsstatic.com/hub/i/r/2025/12/07/52911d92-2b22-49fc-a82e-fbaf7f86ccc4/thumbnail/60x60/0fe7355e558c6d487ea1b82a433192e7/tilly-on-the-red-carpet-1920.jpg 02c1c0cb-d396-46f6-99e6-e9f0fcb6a9af https://www.cbsnews.com/news/toyota-3-6-billion-texas-plant-san-antonio-tacoma-pickup-production-from-mexico/ Toyota is shifting most production of its midsize Tacoma pickup truck from Mexico to the U.S. as part of a $3.6 billion investment in its Texas plant. Tue, 07 Jul 2026 08:59:45 -0400 https://assets1.cbsnewsstatic.com/hub/i/r/2026/07/07/152978b5-7dcd-422f-93bb-58a2514d75b0/thumbnail/60x60/4c424663d534631116fa8f304ccdfc38/2026-07-06t202650z-1119083521-rc2k8maaotz2-rtrmadp-3-toyota-usa.jpg 04f4fc3e-3db8-464c-bd76-e86d82269788 https://www.cbsnews.com/video/starter-homes-are-a-million-bucks-now-money-moves-with-jill-schlesinger/ Starter homes now cost $1 million in many parts of the country, leaving younger generations wondering whether homeownership is still a realistic goal. Jill asks whether buying a house should remain a cornerstone of the American dream, or if the idea itself has become outdated. Plus, caller questions: Dorian is feeling the financial strain of wedding season as travel costs, gifts and pricey trips pile up. And Andrew, a new dad, wants to know whether now is the right time to buy term life insurance. Have a money question? Email askjill@jillonmoney.com. Tue, 07 Jul 2026 07:00:00 -0400 https://assets2.cbsnewsstatic.com/hub/i/r/2026/07/08/47e845f7-79fc-4676-be59-3ead124d3249/thumbnail/60x60/7e2b3418b88722ac73ea3d7ab2b272bc/untitled-design-4.jpg 22471cb8-3dad-4c09-8302-406c32e14ea7 https://www.cbsnews.com/news/microsoft-xbox-video-game-job-cuts/ Microsoft moves to slash costs as the video game industry faces what the tech giant calls the "most severe hardware crisis in its history." Mon, 06 Jul 2026 12:27:52 -0400 https://assets1.cbsnewsstatic.com/hub/i/r/2026/07/06/ab51ac19-5608-4b8a-babf-1de606d65e35/thumbnail/60x60/5a99a2618aec06e9708d70363dde3cfe/gettyimages-2264005744.jpg 260bea40-7738-4189-8a0c-543493060670 https://www.cbsnews.com/news/trump-account-kids-child-open-july-4/ Starting July 4, people can deposit money into the new tax-deferred investment accounts, with eligible children receiving a $1,000 government contribution. Mon, 06 Jul 2026 10:47:36 -0400 https://assets3.cbsnewsstatic.com/hub/i/r/2026/07/06/e02bae2b-49e7-4ddf-be6e-cb6c42d7adcf/thumbnail/60x60/09ae38632a79377d2d6817b278a300e9/ap26187490517631.jpg 013ae0a0-b356-449c-9c2e-d96c395a1f2e https://www.cbsnews.com/news/easyjet-castlelake-airline-takeover-bid/ U.K. budget airline has struck a deal to be acquired after rejecting four previous offers by the American investment firm. Mon, 06 Jul 2026 10:11:36 -0400 https://assets1.cbsnewsstatic.com/hub/i/r/2013/09/26/7dd1f597-3598-11e3-8ce8-047d7b15b92e/thumbnail/60x60/d44f01ad57c90a677973f4cda92416e4/preview-A-319-photo001.jpg 8070bdb5-ef9e-425b-87d3-50e56a9c1781 https://www.cbsnews.com/video/dont-buy-a-house-together-until-you-hear-this-money-moves-with-jill-schlesinger/ Caller Aaron has a family mess on his hands: his cousin bought a house with a girlfriend; they broke up, and now his cousin's credit is still tied to the property while the ex continues living there and refuses to refinance. Jill explains exactly what to do before buying a major asset with someone you're not married to. Plus, Jill breaks down the new student loan rules that took effect on July 1, 2026, how parents and prospective students should navigate the new rules and why taking on debt for college may not be worth it anymore. Have a money question? Email askjill@jillonmoney.com. Thu, 02 Jul 2026 07:00:00 -0400 https://assets3.cbsnewsstatic.com/hub/i/r/2026/07/08/a9960508-b7c8-4c36-8722-491c56da0772/thumbnail/60x60/0017c2a9efef7ccf31fbe59b2842c2b3/untitled-design-3.jpg 94dfa5a5-3d32-49f7-bd7a-b776b8a627d6 https://www.cbsnews.com/video/boomer-parents-its-time-to-cough-it-up-money-moves-with-jill-schlesinger/ Americans have been anxiously awaiting the so-called "great wealth transfer," where trillions of dollars are expected to pass down from Baby Boomers to their kids. But people are living longer and holding onto their assets. Jill says it's time to start opening up the purse strings now. Plus, caller questions: Toby asks whether sterling silver jewelry is actually a worthwhile investment, and Dave wants to know if taking a pay cut to improve his quality of life is financially realistic. Have a money question? Email askjill@jillonmoney.com. Tue, 30 Jun 2026 07:00:00 -0400 https://assets2.cbsnewsstatic.com/hub/i/r/2026/07/08/4a357459-83c5-408b-a071-b96625997bbc/thumbnail/60x60/ba42fa7102ca604d58c110778f2b450d/untitled-design-2.jpg e1cdd151-f038-438e-ba22-f38647ea2d48 https://www.cbsnews.com/news/cbs-news-financial-podcast-with-jill-schlesinger/ Get clear, actionable financial advice starting June 30 wherever you get your podcasts. Wed, 24 Jun 2026 10:30:00 -0400 https://assets2.cbsnewsstatic.com/hub/i/r/2026/06/24/e5b6be62-6147-45d2-9fb4-451c364b8936/thumbnail/60x60/e2a8e69542a255ff14e64511bdf65d5b/jill-schlesinger.png 8caf052a-063d-40c8-918f-dc9a9cc05e8f