Trump announces $8 billion in diesel relief for U.S. farmers
The USDA said farmers don't need crop insurance to qualify and can prepare to apply by creating a Login.gov account.
California billionaire tax could backfire, Stanford study says
A new analysis from Stanford economists cautions that enacting a billionaire tax could have unintended consequences.
Elon Musk pledges to give a SpaceX share to every U.S. child
The SpaceX CEO wrote on social media on Monday that the gift "will be the first of many."
U.S. banks dropped customers over political views, regulator says
The Office of the Comptroller of the Currency said nine of the top U.S. banks "debanked" customers over their political or religious views.
Social Security announces cost-of-living increase for 2027
The 2027 cost-of-living adjustment is the largest since 2023. Here's how it will impact the typical benefit check starting early next year.
Character.ai declares bankruptcy, citing legal and business woes
AI company has faced multiple lawsuits from families who claimed their teenage children died by suicide or harmed themselves after using its platform.
Squeezed by inflation, more Americans fall behind on their debts
Credit card and auto loan delinquencies are near historic highs as rising prices leave more people struggling to keep up with payments.
Are banks, USPS and stock markets open on Columbus Day?
The stock market is open on Columbus Day, but banking, mail and some other services will be closed for the holiday.
These 18 million households now rank as America's richest
The smallest age group in the U.S. is also the richest, with a 37% jump in net worth over the last three years — far higher than any other group.
SpaceX says Starlink will become a major U.S. mobile carrier
SpaceX said it has bought licenses for radio airwaves that will help its Starlink satellite business provide cellphone service across the U.S.
Trump promised to lower prices for Americans. Here's what the data shows.
Just weeks before the midterm elections, 90% of Americans say prices in the U.S. are the main factor shaping their view of the economy. These charts show why.
Trump sending ACA and Medicare checks, but will they offset costs?
President Trump sent $500 checks to some Affordable Care Act enrollees, while 20 million Medicare recipients will soon get $90 checks. Will they make a difference?
Employers added 29,000 jobs in September, missing economic forecasts
Unemployment ticked up to 4.2% in September, while employers pulled back on hiring amid economic headwinds.
U.S. layoffs drop nearly 40% in 2026 to 4-year low, new data shows
Hiring plans are up 3% so far this year, signaling the labor market remains resilient, experts say.
New SNAP rules take effect Oct. 1, raising fears of more benefit cuts
More than 5 million Americans have lost food-stamp benefits since 2025. "I have to prove that I'm sick," one SNAP recipient said.