More couples are asking wedding guests to help buy a home, experts say
The wedding experts at Zola.com (http://zola.com/) said they’ve seen the number of couples asking for housing-related funds double since 2019.
The Great Resignation: How much does it cost to quit your job?
Quitting your job without a new one lined up is a daunting task, and will cost each person differently. Here are some tips for figuring out your number.
Biden signs stopgap bill, averting government shutdown
President Joe Biden has signed into law a bill that finances the federal government through mid-December and provides another infusion of military and economic aid to Ukraine.
Boeing behind schedule in gaining approval for new Max jets
Federal officials say Boeing has completed little of the work necessary to certify new versions of its 737 Max jetliner by a year-end deadline, and the aircraft maker is lobbying Congress for more time.
King Charles III's coin designs unveiled by UK's Royal Mint
Britain’s Royal Mint has unveiled the first coins to feature the portrait of King Charles III.
GOP states sue Biden administration in effort to halt student loan forgiveness plan
Six Republican-led states are suing the Biden administration in an effort to halt its plan to forgive student loan debt for tens of millions of Americans, accusing it of overstepping its executive powers.
Peloton, Dick's Sporting Goods partner to sell equipment
The deal, announced Thursday, marks the exercise and equipment company's latest bid to broaden its market share and become more profitable ahead of the holiday season.
Senate OKs stopgap to avert government shutdown, send aid to Ukraine
Congress is moving quickly to avoid a government shutdown. The Senate on Thursday passed a short-term spending bill that would finance federal agencies into mid-December.
Fewer people request US unemployment benefits amid solid hiring, high inflation
Applications for unemployment benefits last week saw their lowest number of claims since April. If the number continues to drop, the Federal Reserve could raise interest rates higher than it plans to slow the economy.
Costco CEO says hot dog combo price might remain $1.50 forever
Costco CFO Richard Galanti said the company's gas and travel sectors allowed the company to make up for loss at the food court.
CBO: Biden's student loan cancellation plan to cost $400B
The Biden administration previously estimated the plan would cost about $24 billion a year over the next 10 years.
Dick's Sporting Goods announces plans to hire up to 9,000 for holidays
A slew of companies have already announced their seasonal hiring plans.
New rule will reveal 'true cost' of airline tickets, White House says
President Joe Biden plans to announce a new initiative that would eventually allow consumers to see a more complete price on airline tickets before they buy them.
Butter shortage drives up prices ahead of holiday baking season
The average price of butter in August jumped 24.6% compared to a year ago, U.S. labor statistics show. Here’s what is driving the increase.
US housing recession could send home prices tumbling 20%, economist says
Home prices have already declined 5% from their May peak.
Affordable housing plan to go before Seattle voters
Next year people in Seattle will decide whether the city should set up a public developer to create affordable housing.
Fed hikes rate by three-quarters of a point in continued fight against inflation
The Fed’s move boosted its benchmark short-term rate, which affects many consumer and business loans, to a range of 3% to 3.25%, the highest level since early 2008.
Thousands have won South Carolina’s lottery this month; here’s how they did it
Lottery officials said the wins are “unprecedented” but the method is pretty simple.
Gallup: More than half of U.S. workers are ‘quiet quitting’
A poll shows that the workplace has gotten worse for younger employees, particularly those under 35 years old.
Here's how much more you'll pay to heat your home this winter
The average cost of heating a household this winter is set to increase by 17.2%, according to a forecast by the National Energy Assistance Directors Association.