CPI rose at a rate of 2.9% in August as U.S. inflation ticked higher
Today's CPI report marks the last major piece of economic data before the Federal Reserve's Sept. 17 rate decision meeting.
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.
Facebook's $725 million privacy settlement is now sending out payments
People who filed claims as part of Facebook's privacy settlement could get their money over the next 10 weeks.
Some state residents could enjoy bigger tax cuts next year. See where.
The typical U.S. taxpayer could see their taxes decrease by more than $3,750 next year thanks to fresh cuts, deductions and other provisions, according to a recent analysis.
Labor market added 911,000 fewer jobs than earlier reported, BLS says
The downward revision from the Bureau of Labor Statistics shows the job market was slowing in 2024 and early 2025.
Economists expect a major downward jobs revision from BLS today
Economists expect the Bureau of Labor Statistics to revise its jobs data downward for the year ended in March 2025. Here's why.
Economists' top 3 takeaways from the dismal August jobs report
Employers added far fewer jobs last month than economists had predicted, prompting some experts to reassess the economy.
Employers added 22,000 jobs in August, falling short of forecasts
The latest employment data could inform the Federal Reserve's next rate decision meeting, set for Sept. 17.
Tesla offers new $1 trillion pay package to CEO Elon Musk
Tesla is asking shareholders to approve a pay package that would award 423 million shares to CEO Elon Musk if he hits certain milestones.
Workers in 68 jobs may soon be exempt from paying taxes on tips, Treasury says
Waiters and bartenders are included in a proposed list of jobs that could qualify for a federal tax break on tips, as well as some workers who don't traditionally get gratuities.
New crypto token boosts Trump family's wealth by $5 billion
A digital token offered by the Trump family's World Liberty Financial has started trading. Here's what to know.
America's billionaires pay lower tax rates than you do, study finds
The wealthiest 400 people in the U.S. pay a tax rate of 24%, lower than the average rate for all other taxpayers, economists find.
The Fed's Powell is worried about the job market. Here are 3 red flags.
Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell cited risks to the labor market in opening the door to cutting interest rates. Here's what job-seekers should know.
Fed Chair Jerome Powell signals path to rate cuts at Jackson Hole
Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell has been under pressure from President Trump to lower the central bank's benchmark interest rate.
Cracker Barrel loses almost $100 million in value after new logo release
Cracker Barrel stock plunged as much as 15% after the restaurant chain released a new logo that removes its long-time image of a man leaning against a barrel.