US fourth quarter GDP beats expectations and recession odds
Real GDP increased at an annual rate of 3.3% for the October-through-December period after rising 4.9% in the third quarter of 2023, according to the BEA's advance estimate released Thursday.
Real GDP increased at an annual rate of 3.3% for the October-through-December period after rising 4.9% in the third quarter of 2023, according to the BEA's advance estimate released Thursday.
Biden cancels another $5 billion in student loan forgiveness – Here's who is impacted
The Biden Administration announced an additional $5 billion in student loan forgiveness that impacts borrowers using the income-driven repayment (IDR) and Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) plans.
The Biden Administration announced an additional $5 billion in student loan forgiveness that impacts borrowers using the income-driven repayment (IDR) and Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) plans.
When will the IRS send out tax refunds
The IRS says most taxpayers should expect their refund within 21 days of filing but it could take longer for some.
The IRS says most taxpayers should expect their refund within 21 days of filing but it could take longer for some.
Social Security is coming for a bigger chunk of your paycheck
The portion of personal income subject to the Social Security tax has increased to $168,600 this year from $160,200 in 2023.
The portion of personal income subject to the Social Security tax has increased to $168,600 this year from $160,200 in 2023.
US union membership rate fell to new low in 2023
Union rates have plummeted for a second straight year despite the highest approval ratings in decades.
Union rates have plummeted for a second straight year despite the highest approval ratings in decades.
Read this before you sign up for a college credit card
Signing up for financial products your college is offering can sometimes be the worst deal, a recent CFPB report said.
Signing up for financial products your college is offering can sometimes be the worst deal, a recent CFPB report said.
Los Angeles Times to lay off 20% of its newsroom
The Los Angeles Times is laying off more than 20% of its newsroom beginning this week in one the largest staff cuts in the newspaper's 143-year history.
The Los Angeles Times is laying off more than 20% of its newsroom beginning this week in one the largest staff cuts in the newspaper's 143-year history.
In-N-Out Burger's closure in Oakland due to crime issues 'heartbreaking' but necessary, observers say
Security guards said they receive more theft reports at the soon-to-be closed In-N-Out restaurant than at any other location they patrol and that multiple break-ins are reported daily, according to reports.
Security guards said they receive more theft reports at the soon-to-be closed In-N-Out restaurant than at any other location they patrol and that multiple break-ins are reported daily, according to reports.
At United and Alaska airlines, frustration with Boeing's manufacturing problems is boiling over
“I am more than frustrated and disappointed. I am angry,” Alaska Airlines CEO Ben Minicucci said. “My demand on Boeing is, what are they going to do to improve their quality programs in-house?”
“I am more than frustrated and disappointed. I am angry,” Alaska Airlines CEO Ben Minicucci said. “My demand on Boeing is, what are they going to do to improve their quality programs in-house?”
Number of electric vehicles that qualify for new electric vehicle tax credit drops to 13
Only 13 electric vehicle models qualify for the full $7,500 credit, with Tesla and GM seeing the biggest hit.
Only 13 electric vehicle models qualify for the full $7,500 credit, with Tesla and GM seeing the biggest hit.
Mortgage rates finally expected to dip below 6 percent in 2024, but affordability remains low
Mortgage rates are trending down, likely to go below 6% by the end of the year, but most housing still remains unaffordable to the average American.
Mortgage rates are trending down, likely to go below 6% by the end of the year, but most housing still remains unaffordable to the average American.
TurboTax maker Intuit barred from advertising 'free' tax services
The FCT says Intuit engaged in deceptive practices by running ads that claimed consumers could file their taxes for free using TurboTax though many people did not qualify for such free offerings.
The FCT says Intuit engaged in deceptive practices by running ads that claimed consumers could file their taxes for free using TurboTax though many people did not qualify for such free offerings.
Your significant other expects you to spend over $100 on Valentine's Day
Americans in relationships believe their partners expect them to spend an average of $157.52 on gifts this Valentine's Day, according to a recent Trustpilot survey.
Americans in relationships believe their partners expect them to spend an average of $157.52 on gifts this Valentine's Day, according to a recent Trustpilot survey.
New car purchases are on the rise, but there are insurance implications
Consumers are buying new vehicles more often with sales increasing by over 13% in 2023.
Consumers are buying new vehicles more often with sales increasing by over 13% in 2023.
Subway sidekicks: Footlong pretzels, sweet treats added to menu
The Subway Sidekicks menu rolls out nationwide Jan. 22.
The Subway Sidekicks menu rolls out nationwide Jan. 22.
McDonald's quietly brings back fan-favorite for a limited time
McDonald's has said goodbye to its seasonal McDonald's Holiday Pie — but the fast food chain is bringing back a fan favorite treat to replace it.
McDonald's has said goodbye to its seasonal McDonald's Holiday Pie — but the fast food chain is bringing back a fan favorite treat to replace it.
Post-pandemic careers: What employees should know
Breaking down what employees should know about the workforce post-pandemic. Carl Gould with 7 stage advisors gives insight.
Breaking down what employees should know about the workforce post-pandemic. Carl Gould with 7 stage advisors gives insight.
Sports Illustrated lays off most or all of staff
Most or all of Sports Illustrated staff members were notified that they would be laid off. The move puts the future of the iconic sports publication in jeopardy. The Arena Group, which operates Sports Illustrated, told employees that its marketing license had been revoked.
Most or all of Sports Illustrated staff members were notified that they would be laid off. The move puts the future of the iconic sports publication in jeopardy. The Arena Group, which operates Sports Illustrated, told employees that its marketing license had been revoked.
Mortgage rates drop to lowest level since last spring: Freddie Mac
With home prices and interest rates falling, the housing market is becoming slightly more affordable this year.
With home prices and interest rates falling, the housing market is becoming slightly more affordable this year.
Gas prices climb higher as arctic winter weather impacts production: AAA
The national average cost for a gallon of gas increased by two cents from last week to $3.09, according to AAA.
The national average cost for a gallon of gas increased by two cents from last week to $3.09, according to AAA.