Each year in September, the Department of Defense goes on a shopping spree to justify its yearly budget. Under Hegseth, this spending spree hit new levels.
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As if consumers weren't being squeezed enough financially, the current conflict in Iran could lead to increased flight prices for travelers this year.
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While the OBBBA has cut taxes on things like tips and overtime, Trump's promise to eliminate taxes on Social Security benefits is less straightforward.
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Despite a nationwide reach and a wide selection of programming and services, a large American media agency recently succumbed to some major debts.
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Operation Epic Fury turned a major global industry on its head just days after the first attacks, and the U.S. president has finally weighed in.
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President Trump implemented aggressive tariffs on many countries, including Canada. Representatives have voted on these tariffs, even with threats from Trump.
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While you might think that the Federal Reserve's recent rate drops will ensure lower mortgage rates, there is a lot more to the calculations.
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In an ominous development for the 2026 economy, a well-known seller of athletic clothing and accessories recently entered bankruptcy proceedings.
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Nvidia and Tesla have worked together for years, but some recent changes announced by Elon Musk could alter the companies' dynamic greatly.
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2026 is off to a rocky start and, as of late January, it has already hit another milestone in the form of a bank's failure -- and its expensive clean up.
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The wave of restaurant closures that plagued 2025 is continuing in 2026, this time affecting multiple locations across Ohio, Georgia, Arizona, and Texas.
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Amazon announced yet another round of major layoffs, but these corporate cuts are only the tip of the iceberg as the company also shuts down its retail stores.
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Recent legislation has officially changed what was a long-standing monthly pension amount for Medal of Honor recipients, and the change is significant.
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President Donald Trump poured cold water on his administration's plan for helping Americans find money for home down payments. Here is what we know.
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Following a year-long decline, the U.S. dollar experienced a notable drop on January 20, 2026, and the downward trend has continued since. Here's what we know.
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As if Social Security hasn't been through enough in the last year, new systems are set to be implemented in early March which could affect service.
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President Trump's recent call to cap credit card rates has one unlikely supporter — the CEO of SoFi, a digital bank specializing in personal loans.
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Retail companies are continuing to struggle amidst global trade tensions and the shift to e-commerce. These major stores will be closing locations in 2026.
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While interest rates are crushing many Americans financially, a recently announced change to interest laws could potentially do more harm than good.
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With the expiration of the enhanced premium tax credits, consumers who had previously benefitted from these subsidies will face noticeably higher premiums.
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Subway riders have long skipped fares by jumping turnstiles to avoid the few dollars it costs to ride, adding up to millions in lost revenue for major cities.
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Taxes can be a significant financial burden for those on fixed incomes, but one state found a way to help its Social Security recipients in this regard.
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Amid major leadership changes, job cuts, and tariffs, Target is facing a huge settlement payout to employees of their sprawling warehouse facilities.
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As unemployment rises and small businesses close at an alarming rate, even a company with a loyal following and a strong online presence couldn't stay open.
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For the first time in years, the government plans to take money out of borrowers' paychecks if they haven't made student loan payments.
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According to a WalletHub study, this New England community is the safest in the country. However, the cost of living there is well above the national average.
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Even as everything else in the world seems to be getting more expensive, some taxpayers could actually be getting larger returns come tax season.
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