US store openings currently outpace closures by 20%, report says
Several notable stores have opened new locations amid some others closing their doors. See which stores are coming to or leaving your area in 2024.
California family's $444 receipt from Trader Joe's goes viral on social media: 'Insane'
The $444 grocery haul feeds a family of 8 for around 10 days, the video claims.
U.S. unemployment rate rises to 4.1% with 206,000 jobs added in June
U.S. employers added 206,000 jobs in June, exceeding expectations, with the unemployment rate rising to 4.1%, while April and May job data was revised down, average hourly earnings increased by 3.9%, and hiring was strong in government, social assistance, and health care, influencing potential Federal Reserve rate cuts.
John Deere announces mass layoffs in Midwest amid production shift to Mexico
John Deere is reportedly slashing positions for hundreds of employees in the Midwest by the end of summer.
Viral TikTok video claims Walmart grocery prices have skyrocketed
A recent TikTok video has gone viral, showing a user’s surprising experience with Walmart's grocery prices.
President Biden takes credit for Georgia's employment boost
President Joe Biden is claiming credit for recent unemployment numbers in Georgia.
DeKalb County businesses struggle to obtain insurance, crime to blame
The DeKalb County CEO-elect is concerned some entrepreneurs will consider doing business in DeKalb County too risky.
Major retailers closing doors amid inflation, lower consumer demand
Major retail chains are being forced to close thousands of brick-and-mortar stores across the U.S., with a number of reasons cited for the shutdowns.
Fed holds interest rates steady, projects just one cut this year
The Federal Reserve on Wednesday held interest rates steady for the seventh straight time and scaled back the outlook for rate reductions later this year as high inflation lingers.
Here's who's hiring teens this summer – and which jobs pay the best
Young workers account for about a third of all new hires each June. Here's which jobs hire the most teens – and which ones pay the most.
Majority of employment growth since COVID-19 goes to immigrants, report finds
A report finds that immigrants accounted for most of U.S. job growth since 2019, while employment growth for U.S.-born workers declined.
U.S. economy adds 272,000 jobs in May, but unemployment rate rises to 4%
The latest reports show companies hiring more people in May than anticipated, despite continuing inflation and high interest rates. While the economy is still growing, there are ongoing concerns.
22% of retirement-age Americans are still working; these states have the most
Despite the number of Americans who are 65 and older decreasing from 2022 to 2024, it’s still double what it used to be almost 40 years ago.
Federal government questions rising mortgage closing costs
The Consumer Financial Protection Bureau claims that closing costs and associated fees have jumped up 36 percent in two years.
States with the best and worst economies in 2024
Where did your state rank in WalletHub’s list of the best and worst economies?
Orange juice makers consider using alternative fruit as prices skyrocket
Orange juice makers are getting squeezed by high prices
Bass Pro Shops' CEO says brand will focus on affordability amid Inflation
Johnny Morris, CEO and founder of Bass Pro Shops, says inflation is 'very real,' and brand will focus on affordability.
Target cutting prices on ‘thousands’ of basics amid inflation
Target is one of many corporations adjusting prices or creating promotions to lure in budget-strapped customers looking for a deal.
April inflation breakdown: Where are prices still rising the fastest?
Prices in several categories kept inflation uncomfortably high in April.
Reports: McDonald's planning $5 meal deal to win back customers
McDonald's is reportedly introducing a $5 meal deal in an effort to attract customers deterred by recent price increases.