Shrinking Colorado River will take a toll on the nation's food supply Economy January 6, 2025 The shelves and prices at your local grocery store could look a little different soon. The Colorado River, which provides water for about…
Costco defends DEI program as other major retailers drop controversial diversity push Economy January 5, 2025 Costco’s board of directors is urging shareholders to vote against a proposal that would eliminate the wholesale retailer’s diversity, equity…
US credit card defaults soar to highest level in 14 years Economy January 4, 2025 Experts are sounding the alarm over a new report indicating credit card loan defaults soared this year, warning the dam…
Housing supply jumps to 4-year high – but it's not all great news Economy January 3, 2025 The housing inventory shortage that has been plaguing the U.S. for years appears to finally be easing, but a significant…
States where minimum wage will rise in 2025 Economy January 2, 2025 Nearly half the states in the U.S. are set for minimum wage increases on Jan. 1, 2025, which will mean…
IRS increases 401(k), other 2025 retirement plan contribution limits Economy January 1, 2025 It’s officially 2025 and a good time to reassess your retirement planning. The Internal Revenue Service (IRS), in November, announced that…
Mortgage rates fall for second straight week, lowest since October Economy December 30, 2024 Mortgage rates moved lower for the second consecutive week, sending purchase applications higher in further signs of pent-up demand amid…
Penn Wharton model shows ways Trump admin could lower debt while sustaining economic growth Economy December 29, 2024 A new analysis by the nonpartisan Penn Wharton Budget Model (PWBM) outlines policies that would reduce federal debt while spurring long-term…
Dollar Tree could drop some products if tariffs are enacted Economy December 28, 2024 Dollar Tree said in early December that it may adjust or even eliminate certain products if President-elect Trump’s proposed tariffs…
US economy added 227K jobs in November, above expectations Economy December 27, 2024 U.S. job growth rebounded in November with strong payroll gains after the lackluster October jobs report reflected labor disruptions due…