The World Cup is a big business, and a showcase for changing global economy

What do countries spend hosting the World Cup and what do they hope to get out of it? Jill Schlesinger reports.

• Jun 22, 2014
• 1:10

President Obama says nobody should have to choose between a job and their family, advocating for workplace policies to increase workers' flexibility

President Obama says nobody should have to choose between a job and their family, advocating for workplace policies to increase workers' flexibility.

• Jun 21, 2014
• 3:57

After a weaker-than-expected report on housing starts and a slump in mortgage activity, investors are awaiting data on new and existing home sales activity as well as prices

After a weaker-than-expected report on housing starts and a slump in mortgage activity, investors are awaiting data on new and existing home sales activity as well as prices. While the housing market has slowed notably in the first half of the year, many economists believe that it should recover from its current soft patch in the second half of the year and beyond. Jill Schlesinger has that story and more in her look at the business week ahead.

• Jun 21, 2014
• 1:01

The government says the unemployment rate fell in 20 states in May while nearly three-quarters of states added jobs

The government says the unemployment rate fell in 20 states in May while nearly three-quarters of states added jobs. The biggest unemployment rate drops were in Illinois and Massachusetts. Rhode Island has the nation's highest unemployment rate. Jericka Duncan has that story and more MoneyWatch headlines.

• Jun 21, 2014
• 1:04

Speaking to reporters in her second formal news conference as head of the Federal Reserve, Janet Yellen downplayed the recent uptick in inflation, saying prices are rising in line with the central bank's 2014 projections

Speaking to reporters in her second formal news conference as head of the Federal Reserve, Janet Yellen downplayed the recent uptick in inflation, saying prices are rising in line with the central bank's 2014 projections.

• Jun 18, 2014
• 1:50

Federal Reserve Chair Janet Yellen will discuss the state of America's economy later today, as GM is grilled by Congress about sweeping vehicle recalls

Federal Reserve Chair Janet Yellen will discuss the state of America's economy later today, as GM is grilled by Congress about sweeping vehicle recalls. Jill Wagner has the top financial stories.

• Jun 18, 2014
• 1:15

Although the central bank has clung to its policy of keeping interest rates low, financial markets increasingly expect a change in direction

Although the central bank has clung to its policy of keeping interest rates low, financial markets increasingly expect a change in direction. CBS MoneyWatch contributor Anthony Mirhaydari explains.

• Jun 17, 2014
• 1:01

The Better Business Bureau is warning consumers not to fall for a new scam

The Better Business Bureau is warning consumers not to fall for a new scam. Recently, scammers have taken to Craigslist and other websites posting a job for "the Home Depot survey." Jericka Duncan has that story and more MoneyWatch headlines.

• Jun 14, 2014
• 0:54

All eyes will be on the Federal Reserve when the central bank concludes a two-day policy meeting

All eyes will be on the Federal Reserve when the central bank concludes a two-day policy meeting. Most believe that officials will announce another $10 billion cut to its bond-buying program. Jill Schlesinger has that story and more in her look at the business week ahead.

• Jun 14, 2014
• 1:22

It includes 2013 and 2014 model year hybrid and plug-in hybrid vehicles in addition to most 2014 model year Fiestas

Ford says it's lowering the fuel economy ratings for six models, including 2013 and 2014 model year hybrid and plug-in hybrid vehicles in addition to most 2014 model year Fiestas. Jeff Pegues reports.

• Jun 13, 2014
• 1:43

Various signals suggest the U.S. economy is finally recovering in earnest. CBS MoneyWatch contributor Anthony Mirhaydari sifts through the data to see if Americans can expect stronger hiring

Various signals suggest the U.S. economy is finally recovering in earnest. CBS MoneyWatch contributor Anthony Mirhaydari sifts through the data to see if Americans can expect stronger hiring.

• Jun 10, 2014
• 2:01

Lloyd Blankfein is one of the world's most influential corporate leaders

Lloyd Blankfein, the chairman and CEO of Goldman Sachs, is one of the world's most influential corporate leaders. Blankfein talks to the "CBS This Morning" co-hosts about the economy and the energy revolution changing America's place in the world.

• Jun 10, 2014
• 8:26

New York Times columnist Tom Friedman says President Obama is trying to broaden the view of climate change from a purely environmental issue to an economic and security issue

New York Times columnist Tom Friedman says President Obama is trying to broaden the view of climate change from a purely environmental issue to an economic and security issue.

• Jun 8, 2014
• 3:20

Employers added 217,000 jobs in May, holding the unemployment rate steady at 6.3 percent

Employers added 217,000 jobs in May, holding the unemployment rate steady at 6.3 percent. Joe Deaux, economics analyst for thestreet.com, joins “CBS This Morning: Saturday” to explain why economists aren’t happy.

• Jun 7, 2014
• 4:02

Colorado's governor has signed legislation that seeks to form a network of uninsured cooperatives that will give marijuana businesses access to basic financial services

Colorado's governor has signed legislation that seeks to form a network of uninsured cooperatives that will give marijuana businesses access to basic financial services. Because banks don't want to violate federal law, most pot-based businesses are cash-only. Alison Harmelin has that story and more MoneyWatch headlines.

• Jun 7, 2014
• 1:08

After auto sales surged to a seven-year high and the economy showed signs of growing in every region of the country, economists are eagerly awaiting the report on retail sales for May

After auto sales surged to a seven-year high and the economy showed signs of growing in every region of the country, economists are eagerly awaiting the report on retail sales for May. Jill Schlesinger has that story and more in her look at the week ahead in business.

• Jun 7, 2014
• 1:25

The U.S. economy added 217,000 jobs for the month of May as the unemployment rate held steady at 6.3 percent

The U.S. economy added 217,000 jobs for the month of May as the unemployment rate held steady at 6.3 percent. Employment for baby boomers jumped 9 percent in the past six years. But millenials have barely seen any growth at all. Anthony Mason reports.

• Jun 6, 2014
• 2:04

Jill Wagner reports on the day's top financial stories

Verizon is threatening Netflix with legal action over a message Netflix sent to its customers, GM released the results of its investigation into its controversial ignition switch recall -- and more. Jill Wagner reports on the day's top financial stories.

• Jun 6, 2014
• 1:25

European banking authorities plan to cut lending rates and take other action to bolster the region's sagging economy. But is it enough to kick-start growth? CBS MoneyWatch contributor Anthony Mirhaydari explains

European banking authorities plan to cut lending rates and take other action to bolster the region's sagging economy. But is it enough to kick-start growth? CBS MoneyWatch contributor Anthony Mirhaydari explains.

• Jun 5, 2014
• 1:37

Big companies have seen earnings soar since the Great Recession ended in 2009, but signs suggest that surge is running out of steam

Big companies have seen earnings soar since the Great Recession ended in 2009. But signs suggest that surge is running out of steam, damping profits and threatening to catch investors by surprise. CBS MoneyWatch contributor Anthony Mirhaydari explains.

• Jun 3, 2014
• 1:31

EPA Administrator Gina McCarthy rolls out a new proposal to cut carbon pollution from existing power plants

Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) Administrator Gina McCarthy rolls out a new proposal to cut carbon pollution from existing power plants, challenging critics who claim the new rules will hurt the economy.

• Jun 2, 2014
• 2:39

The nation’s unemployment rate sits at 6.3 percent, just a tenth of a percent below the pre-recession peak

The nation’s unemployment rate sits at 6.3 percent, just a tenth of a percent below the pre-recession peak. While the number of those out of work more than six months has dropped by more than 900,000 in the past year, the ranks remain bloated at 3.5 million. Jill Schlesinger reports.

• May 31, 2014
• 1:31

A report showing consumer spending is slowing down led to a mixed finish for the financial markets

A report showing consumer spending is slowing down led to a mixed finish for the financial markets. The Dow added 18 points, but the NASDAQ fell five. Several key economic reports will soon be released detailing the state of the nation’s construction and auto industries. Jericka Duncan reports.

• May 31, 2014
• 1:21

Two major Wall Street stock indexes posted record highs

Two major Wall Street stock indexes posted record highs. The Dow Jones industrial average was up 18 points Friday, closing at 16,717. The S&P 500 posted its fourth record high in the last five sessions. Vinita Nair reports.

• May 31, 2014
• 0:17

U.S. home sales are still recovering from the mortgage crisis and recession of 2008, but there’s been a striking jump in the number of all-cash home purchases

U.S. home sales are still recovering from the mortgage crisis and recession of 2008, but there’s been a striking jump in the number of all-cash home purchases. Zillow contributor Vera Gibbons joins “CBS This Morning: Saturday” to take a closer look at this surprising trend.

• May 31, 2014
• 4:10

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