Social Security's cost-of-living adjustment could reach nearly 4% in 2027
A larger COLA would boost monthly checks for retirees, but also strain Social Security's already depleted trust funds.
EBay rejects GameStop's $55.5 billion takeover bid
GameStop CEO Ryan Cohen had argued that his company's retail locations would help eBay build a "national network."
Trump proposes gas tax holiday, but savings may be limited
Suspending the federal gas tax would have a modest impact on fuel prices, while also requiring congressional approval.
ABC accuses the FCC of violating free speech rights over "The View"
ABC filed a petition with the FCC claiming that the agency's scrutiny of "The View" threatens to "chill critical protected speech."
Here's how AI can help with retirement planning, and where it struggles
As more people turn to chatbots for financial advice, experts say AI offers both pros and cons for retirement planning. Here's what to know.
Gas prices top $4.50 a gallon, reaching highest level since July 2022
Gas prices are now 52% higher than prior to the Iran war, with drivers paying $1.56 more per gallon, data shows.
Utz potato chips sold nationwide recalled over salmonella risk
Utz Quality Foods is recalling some of its Zapp's and Dirty brand potato chips because an ingredient may be contaminated by salmonella.
UnitedHealthcare to cut prior authorization for 30% of treatments
The largest U.S. health insurer said it will eliminate approval requirements for some treatments, including select outpatient surgeries and other procedures.
The U.S. debt now exceeds the country's GDP. Should we worry?
Federal debt held by the public now surpasses the total value of the nation's economic output. Here's why experts say that's a concern.
Trump family's World Liberty Financial sues billionaire for defamation
The lawsuit ramps up a feud between World Liberty Financial and Sun, who last month sued the Trump-backed company for fraud.
Nebraska becomes first U.S. state to enact Medicaid work requirements
The "big beautiful bill" requires U.S. states to add work requirements to Medicaid by January 2027. Experts warn millions could lose health coverage.
Home prices are dropping in one-third of U.S. cities. Here's where.
Cities in Florida and California, where home prices soared during the pandemic, saw some of the steepest declines in property values.
Thermos recalls 8.2 million containers after stoppers caused vision loss
The Thermos Stainless King Food Jars and Thermos Sportsman Food & Beverage Bottles were sold at Walmart, Target and Amazon.com.
Oil prices hit wartime peak, with Brent crude touching $126 a barrel
Brent crude surged past $126 a barrel early Thursday, while U.S. gasoline prices jumped to $4.30 a gallon.
Powell to stay on Federal Reserve board as policy makers hold rates steady
Fed chief Jerome Powell said he will remain as a governor on the central bank's board after his term as chair ends on May 15.