Housing affordability improved in half of the largest US markets last year; see the list
Home affordability slightly improved in 2024, with Texas metros seeing the most gains.
Trump says Canada can become a US state to avoid tariffs
On Thursday, President Donald Trump promised tax cuts for U.S.-based manufacturing and threatened tariffs on those who didn’t comply.
Stressed teens earn less money as adults, study finds
Teens dealing with stress tend to struggle as they enter the labor force as young adults, which can affect their pay, according to a study.
Here’s how far your paycheck goes in America's major cities in 2025
Bankrate’s recent analysis of cost-of-living data from the Bureau of Economic Analysis reveals that relocating for a job may not always lead to the expected increase in purchasing power.
Are we in an energy emergency? What Trump's executive order means
President Donald Trump declared a national energy emergency—find out what it means for fuel prices, energy independence, and domestic production.
These are the best-performing cities in America, report says
A new report shows which U.S. cities are booming, and which ones are lagging.
1 in 5 job postings aren’t real, recent study finds
Greenhouse analysis reveals nearly 20% of job postings are “ghost jobs," with no hiring activity, impacting job seekers across industries.
US economy added 256K jobs in December, well above expectations
The unemployment rate came in at 4.1%, slightly lower than economists' expectations.
Housing supply jumps to 4-year high – but it's not all great news
America's housing shortage appears to be easing, but a major reason for the increase in supply provides little comfort.
Here are the cities where renters stay put the longest: Report
Baby boomers tended to stay in one place the longest compared to Gen Z renters who on average live in one spot for less than a year.
Party City closing after 40 years in business
Party City CEO Barry Litman said it was 'necessary to commence a wind down process immediately.'
Here's how much PTO workers say they ideally want
Most Americans admit that they don’t use much of their vacation days from work, but say they are willing to pay for extra time off based on a new survey.
Trump announces $100B investment in the U.S.
Trump joined SoftBank Group CEO Masayoshi Son at his Florida home Monday to announce that the company is planning to invest $100 billion in U.S. projects over the next four years.
Trump's tariff warning met with threat from Ontario that would make energy 'unaffordable' in Michigan & U.S.
In response to Donald Trump's 25% tariff plan, Ontario is considering limiting the export of electricity to the United States in a move that Premiere Doug Ford said would make electricity unaffordable for Americans.
Gas prices hit a 3-year low – where are they headed next?
Drivers are getting some much-needed relief at the pump after gas prices fell significantly nationwide.
Inflation rises 2.7% in November, in line with expectations
US inflation rose slightly last month but remained low.
What Trump’s 2nd term could mean for the housing market: Expert weighs in
The president-elect campaigned on a promise to make homeownership more affordable by lowering mortgage rates through policies aimed at knocking out inflation.
Trump vows to block Nippon Steel’s $14B takeover of US Steel
President-elect Donald Trump pledges to stop Nippon Steel’s $14 billion purchase of U.S. Steel, emphasizing national security and domestic ownership concerns.
Trump, Canadian Prime Minister Trudeau to meet in Florida to discuss tariffs
Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau flew to Florida on Friday to meet with President-elect Donald Trump following his threats to impose sweeping tariffs on Canadian products.
Trump's proposed tariffs could drive up food prices, experts say
A critical concern among economists is that President-elect Donald Trump's proposed blanket tariffs on imports would drive up food prices.