60% of workers are unhappy with key aspects of their job, survey finds

Six in 10 employees say their jobs are falling short on issues including pay, scheduling and career advancement, a new analysis finds.

• Oct 21

Open enrollment may bring sticker shock as health insurance set to surge

With open enrollment starting soon, employees could get sticker shock, with their costs expected to rise 6% to 7% for 2026, a new study says.

• Oct 20

South Florida artists and entrepreneurs find new opportunities in the crypto world

Miami illustrator and muralist Marlon Pruz told CBS News Miami he has struck gold in the crypto world by selling what's known as NFTs, or non-fungible tokens.

• Oct 15

Economists expect faster growth, but weaker job gains, through 2025

The U.S. economy picked up speed in the second half of the year, although job growth and inflation remain a concern, economists say.

• Oct 13

Rising car repair costs squeeze drivers and small shops

According to Kelley Blue Book, the average vehicle repair bill is now $838. Parts prices alone have jumped 25 percent because of recent tariffs.

• Oct 8

South Florida housing market shifts in buyers' favor as rates fall, inventory rises

The shift comes after years of soaring costs that kept many would-be homeowners on the sidelines.

• Oct 8

Nearly half of Americans plan to start holiday shopping early, study says

Bankrate surveyed just under 2,600 shoppers and found that 49% of holiday shoppers plan to start buying gifts before Halloween.

• Oct 8

More Americans shopping for new car insurance than ever before

J.D. Power released a study in May that found 57 percent of auto insurance customers have shopped for a new policy this year.

• Oct 8

Here's what gold crossing $4,000 is telling us about the U.S. economy

A range of factors has driven gold prices to record highs this year — a surge some Wall Street analysts think is likely to continue.

• Oct 8

For older Americans, the cost of poverty is 9 years of life, study finds

Low-income older Americans on average die nearly a decade earlier than wealthier people, a new analysis finds.

• Oct 7

Why a surge in long-term unemployed workers is ringing alarm bells

The number of unemployed people looking for work more than six months has surged to its highest level since 2021.

• Oct 3

More Americans are living paycheck to paycheck, foiling retirement plans

Roughly 42% of younger working adults — spanning Gen Z, millennials and Gen X — report having no money left over after covering their daily expenses.

• Oct 2

CBS News poll finds negativity on economy, job market, concerns about AI impact

Prices are reported by Americans as still rising, and many think AI will lead to fewer jobs.

• Oct 2

Layoffs this year are at their highest level since 2020, report finds

Employers have announced nearly 950,000 job cuts through September, the great number of layoffs through September since 2020, an analysis finds.

• Oct 2

The U.S. has lost thousands of manufacturing jobs this year, analysis finds

Uncertainty over U.S. tariffs and other Trump administration economic policies are deterring manufacturers from hiring, according to the Center for American Progress.

• Oct 1

The only jobs data we may see this week show labor market is cooling fast

Monthly report shows private employers shed 32,000 jobs last month, another sign the labor market is facing new challenges.

• Oct 1

Inflation held steady in August, in line with economist forecasts

Inflation has eased since peaking in 2022, but remains above the Fed's 2% annual target

• Sep 26

Inflation could be 30% lower without tariffs, survey shows

A new survey shows inflation could have been about a third lower this year without president trump's historically high tariffs.

• Sep 24
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Millions could soon see food stamp cuts as grocery costs are on the rise

The Republicans' "big, beautiful" spending and tax law will result in cuts to food stamp benefits for many Americans, experts say.

• Sep 24

The Fed cut interest rates. Here are some smart money moves from experts.

The Federal Reserve on Wednesday lowered its benchmark interest rate by 0.25 percentage points.

• Sep 19
• 01:58

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

Fed lowers interest rates by 0.25 percentage points in first cut since 2024

The Federal Reserve is cutting its benchmark interest rate as the U.S. economy faces headwinds, including a faltering labor market.

• Sep 17

Inflation is creeping higher, putting pressure on American consumers

The Consumer Price Index likely inched higher in August, reflecting higher costs for food and other items, economists say.

• Sep 10

Americans' confidence in finding a new job is crumbling

Americans' confidence in finding a new job fell to the lowest measure on record, new government survey shows.

• Sep 8

What's up with service charges at some South Florida restaurants?

CBS News Miami's Lisa Petrillo looks at service charges at some South Florida restaurants and what you can do.

• Sep 8
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