US stocks remain relatively calm after Supreme Court strikes down Trump’s tariffs
U.S. stocks edged slightly higher on Friday after the Supreme Court struck down President Donald Trump's sweeping tariffs.
U.S. stocks edged slightly higher on Friday after the Supreme Court struck down President Donald Trump's sweeping tariffs.
Despite tariffs, U.S. trade deficit hits $901 billion
We are learning more about a major economic story at the heart of global trade. This comes as the United States recorded a $900 billion trade deficit from last year, despite sweeping tariffs on imports. LiveNOW’s Austin Westfall is speaking with Dan Varroney, an economic strategist and the CEO of Potomac Core, as the latest numbers begin to raise questions about whether current trade policies are having their intended effect.
We are learning more about a major economic story at the heart of global trade. This comes as the United States recorded a $900 billion trade deficit from last year, despite sweeping tariffs on imports. LiveNOW’s Austin Westfall is speaking with Dan Varroney, an economic strategist and the CEO of Potomac Core, as the latest numbers begin to raise questions about whether current trade policies are having their intended effect.
Ohio governor says ending property taxes could push state's sales tax to 20%
Republican Gov. Mike DeWine says sales tax could jump to 20% to replace $24 billion in lost property tax revenue if a constitutional amendment passes.
Republican Gov. Mike DeWine says sales tax could jump to 20% to replace $24 billion in lost property tax revenue if a constitutional amendment passes.
States with the highest property taxes in 2026
Property taxes can be either a small cost or a major financial strain, depending on your location. A recent report highlights where Americans are feeling the greatest pressure on their budgets from these yearly expenses.
Property taxes can be either a small cost or a major financial strain, depending on your location. A recent report highlights where Americans are feeling the greatest pressure on their budgets from these yearly expenses.
Inflation measure dips to nearly five-year low as gas prices drop, housing costs ease
The latest Consumer Price Index released Friday shows that inflation is cooling slightly as apartment prices slowed and gas prices dipped, offering a bit of relief to consumers dealing with rising costs in the past couple of years.
The latest Consumer Price Index released Friday shows that inflation is cooling slightly as apartment prices slowed and gas prices dipped, offering a bit of relief to consumers dealing with rising costs in the past couple of years.
Francesca's files for bankruptcy, launches closing sales at all locations
Women's retailer Francesca's launched going-out-of-business sales with discounts up to 40% off all merchandise categories after filing for bankruptcy.
Women's retailer Francesca's launched going-out-of-business sales with discounts up to 40% off all merchandise categories after filing for bankruptcy.
Grocery costs in 2026: Which states are spending the most on food?
As the cost of groceries continues to rise, Americans are spending more of their income to feed their families. See which states spend the most on food.
As the cost of groceries continues to rise, Americans are spending more of their income to feed their families. See which states spend the most on food.
Heineken to cut up to 6,000 jobs globally, lowers profit growth forecast amid industry struggles
Heineken's planned job reductions amount to nearly 7% of the company’s workforce.
Heineken's planned job reductions amount to nearly 7% of the company’s workforce.
U.S. employers add 130K jobs, better than expected
We are learning more this Wednesday as the Labor Department's Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) jobs report shows U.S. employers added 130,000 jobs in January. This number was reportedly above the expectations of economists. We are also hearing that the unemployment rate was 4.3%, slightly lower than economists' expectations of 4.4%. LiveNOW’s Austin Westfall is speaking with economic strategist Dan Varroney, the Founder & CEO of Potomac Core as we get more reactions to the new numbers.
We are learning more this Wednesday as the Labor Department's Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) jobs report shows U.S. employers added 130,000 jobs in January. This number was reportedly above the expectations of economists. We are also hearing that the unemployment rate was 4.3%, slightly lower than economists' expectations of 4.4%. LiveNOW’s Austin Westfall is speaking with economic strategist Dan Varroney, the Founder & CEO of Potomac Core as we get more reactions to the new numbers.
How far do you live from an affordable grocery store? New map reveals surprising food deserts
ILSR created an interactive map showing how close Americans live to affordable grocery stores and highlighting the growing spread of food deserts.
ILSR created an interactive map showing how close Americans live to affordable grocery stores and highlighting the growing spread of food deserts.
The surprising reason why Americans could face high beef prices for years
Economists warn Americans shouldn’t expect relief on beef prices anytime soon. Here's why.
Economists warn Americans shouldn’t expect relief on beef prices anytime soon. Here's why.
January jobs report shows US added 130K jobs exceeding economists expectations
The Labor Department's Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) jobs report released Wednesday shows U.S. employers added 130,000 jobs in January, above the expectations of economists.
The Labor Department's Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) jobs report released Wednesday shows U.S. employers added 130,000 jobs in January, above the expectations of economists.
Nearly 30% of Americans would marry for money in current economy, survey reveals
Love or money? A new survey finds many Americans weigh financial stability heavily in romance – and some even stay in relationships for the paycheck.
Love or money? A new survey finds many Americans weigh financial stability heavily in romance – and some even stay in relationships for the paycheck.
Eddie Bauer retail operator files for bankruptcy, begins liquidation sales
The 106-year-old brand founded in Seattle will begin liquidation sales while seeking buyer for brick-and-mortar operations.
The 106-year-old brand founded in Seattle will begin liquidation sales while seeking buyer for brick-and-mortar operations.
Here's what Americans are saying about the economy, stock market outlook in 2026: Poll
Americans hold a mixed outlook on the economy over the next six months, according to a new Gallup poll.
Americans hold a mixed outlook on the economy over the next six months, according to a new Gallup poll.
Trump announces creation of critical mineral reserve
We are learning more as President Donald Trump began the week by announcing the creation of a critical mineral reserve. "Today, we're launching what will be known as Project Vault to ensure that American businesses and workers are never harmed by any shortage," Trump said during an event at the White House. According to early reports, the Trump administration’s initiative will include $2 billion from the private sector. Secretary of the Interior Doug Burgum and the Secretary of the Treasury Scott Bessent spoke alongside Trump inside the Oval Office.
We are learning more as President Donald Trump began the week by announcing the creation of a critical mineral reserve. "Today, we're launching what will be known as Project Vault to ensure that American businesses and workers are never harmed by any shortage," Trump said during an event at the White House. According to early reports, the Trump administration’s initiative will include $2 billion from the private sector. Secretary of the Interior Doug Burgum and the Secretary of the Treasury Scott Bessent spoke alongside Trump inside the Oval Office.
Tariffs may have cost US economy thousands of jobs monthly, Fed analysis reveals
A new Federal Reserve analysis found that tariffs may have slowed job growth in the U.S. economy in 2025.
A new Federal Reserve analysis found that tariffs may have slowed job growth in the U.S. economy in 2025.
Troop deployments to US cities cost Americans nearly half a billion dollars in 2025, CBO report finds
A new Congressional Budget Office report breaks down the taxpayer bill for the Trump administration’s six-city deployment and forecasts a steep rise if these deployments continue in 2026.
A new Congressional Budget Office report breaks down the taxpayer bill for the Trump administration’s six-city deployment and forecasts a steep rise if these deployments continue in 2026.
Economist warns coming financial crisis will make 2008 look like 'Sunday school picnic'
As gold prices keep rising, American economist Peter Schiff says investors should view the rally as more than a hedge — calling it a warning that inflation is speeding up, the U.S. dollar is losing global trust and a major economic reckoning may be near.
As gold prices keep rising, American economist Peter Schiff says investors should view the rally as more than a hedge — calling it a warning that inflation is speeding up, the U.S. dollar is losing global trust and a major economic reckoning may be near.
Dow to cut over 4,000 jobs as company shifts focus to AI
Dow is slashing thousands of jobs, becoming the latest company this week to announce a reduction in its labor force.
Dow is slashing thousands of jobs, becoming the latest company this week to announce a reduction in its labor force.