G7 to release 100 million barrels of oil and diesel to curb skyrocketing gas prices
The G7 nations announced on Friday they plan to release 100 million barrels of oil and diesel fuel amid skyrocketing prices.
The G7 nations announced on Friday they plan to release 100 million barrels of oil and diesel fuel amid skyrocketing prices.
Nike cutting more jobs as turnaround struggles continue
Nike is slashing cut jobs as part of a sweeping corporate restructuring initiative to reignite financial growth and streamlining its business model.
Nike is slashing cut jobs as part of a sweeping corporate restructuring initiative to reignite financial growth and streamlining its business model.
30-year US mortgage rate reaches highest level in nearly 3 years
Mortgage rates are surging again, hitting their highest level in nearly three years. Here's what to know.
Mortgage rates are surging again, hitting their highest level in nearly three years. Here's what to know.
Most Americans now blame Trump for high prices, poll finds
Public frustration with President Donald Trump is mounting as a new poll shows disapproval of his economic policies and handling of rising prices.
Public frustration with President Donald Trump is mounting as a new poll shows disapproval of his economic policies and handling of rising prices.
Trump announces new Iowa steel mill expected to be largest in US
A proposed $15 billion steel plant in eastern Iowa promises to be the largest one in the United States when it opens in 2030. President Donald Trump announced the project from the White House on Monday afternoon, explaining that the project will help protect national security.
A proposed $15 billion steel plant in eastern Iowa promises to be the largest one in the United States when it opens in 2030. President Donald Trump announced the project from the White House on Monday afternoon, explaining that the project will help protect national security.
Map: Mortgage rates are rising slower in these states
WalletHub ranked all 50 states showing which ones had mortgage rates increasing faster than others.
WalletHub ranked all 50 states showing which ones had mortgage rates increasing faster than others.
Wall Street drops amid AI concerns, inflation risk
We are learning more about the long-term impact of artificial intelligence and the "doomsday" fears that are worrying some investors. This comes as a number of public officials continue to push the potential productivity boom that could come from using artificial intelligence. We are also watching as apparent pressure from the U.S. bond market hit a new level on Wall Street Wednesday. This came after a strong report on the economy raised worries about inflation. LiveNOW’s Alexandra Goldberg is speaking with the Chief Market Strategist with Silvia Inc., Phil Rosen, as stocks appeared to sink in the middle of the week.
We are learning more about the long-term impact of artificial intelligence and the "doomsday" fears that are worrying some investors. This comes as a number of public officials continue to push the potential productivity boom that could come from using artificial intelligence. We are also watching as apparent pressure from the U.S. bond market hit a new level on Wall Street Wednesday. This came after a strong report on the economy raised worries about inflation. LiveNOW’s Alexandra Goldberg is speaking with the Chief Market Strategist with Silvia Inc., Phil Rosen, as stocks appeared to sink in the middle of the week.
These cities are spending the most on fast food
Fast food restaurants are famous for offering quick and easy eats without breaking the bank.
Fast food restaurants are famous for offering quick and easy eats without breaking the bank.
30-year mortgage rates hit 2-year high: What homebuyers need to know
New home buyers will face higher payments now that the 30-year-mortgage loan rate surpassed the 7% interest mark.
New home buyers will face higher payments now that the 30-year-mortgage loan rate surpassed the 7% interest mark.
Data shows the best and worst cities for women’s health, jobs and quality of life
A woman’s geographical location plays a critical role in shaping her financial prospects, healthcare access, and overall well-being based on findings in a new report.
A woman’s geographical location plays a critical role in shaping her financial prospects, healthcare access, and overall well-being based on findings in a new report.
The fast-food chain where managers average more than $200K a year
In-N-Out Burger store managers make more than $200,000 annually on average, which the fast-food chain says reflects the company's philosophy of investing in its workforce.
In-N-Out Burger store managers make more than $200,000 annually on average, which the fast-food chain says reflects the company's philosophy of investing in its workforce.
Toys R Us makes major comeback with 120 new stores opening across US this holiday season
The expansion marks a major step for the brand, which shuttered all US stores in 2018 following its 2017 bankruptcy.
The expansion marks a major step for the brand, which shuttered all US stores in 2018 following its 2017 bankruptcy.
Gas prices are climbing again with no end in sight, experts say: Here's why
Gas prices shot up 25 cents a gallon overnight in some parts of the U.S. this week, and experts say they could go up even more in coming weeks.
Gas prices shot up 25 cents a gallon overnight in some parts of the U.S. this week, and experts say they could go up even more in coming weeks.
Americans' average household incomes are higher than ever, Census data shows
Median household income in the United States rose in 2025, setting a record for American earnings, according to new Census Bureau figures.
Median household income in the United States rose in 2025, setting a record for American earnings, according to new Census Bureau figures.
Social Security COLA 2027 estimate predicts a benefits increase: What to know
Social Security recipients are projected to receive a larger cost-of-living adjustment in 2027, according to an early AARP prediction.
Social Security recipients are projected to receive a larger cost-of-living adjustment in 2027, according to an early AARP prediction.
US bans Canadian motorcycle, dairy, alcohol imports amid trade war
The U.S. is banning Canadian alcohol, dairy products, and motorcycles starting in late September as a retaliatory trade battle between the nations intensifies.
The U.S. is banning Canadian alcohol, dairy products, and motorcycles starting in late September as a retaliatory trade battle between the nations intensifies.
Labor Day gas prices hit record high as diesel surging costs hit drivers
The price of gas this Labor Day weekend high a record high at and average of $4.14 a gallon.
The price of gas this Labor Day weekend high a record high at and average of $4.14 a gallon.
Diesel prices reach record-high ahead of midterms
Politico's Mike Soraghan joins LiveNOW's Andy Mac to discuss the record-high diesel prices and how it is becoming an issue for voters in red states ahead of the midterm elections.
Politico's Mike Soraghan joins LiveNOW's Andy Mac to discuss the record-high diesel prices and how it is becoming an issue for voters in red states ahead of the midterm elections.
National average price for diesel reaches all-time high at $5.85 a gallon
The national average price of diesel gasoline has hit a new all-time record high in the U.S. on Friday, rising to an average of $5.85 a gallon.
The national average price of diesel gasoline has hit a new all-time record high in the U.S. on Friday, rising to an average of $5.85 a gallon.
Chevron plans to double Venezuelan oil production
We are learning more this week as oil giant Chevron confirmed that it will expand operations in Venezuela. This comes after President Donald Trump announced a deal to develop the nation’s oil reserves and give the Pentagon a stake in the profits. U.S. Energy Secretary Chris Wright on Wednesday attended a ceremony in Venezuela’s capital to sign new agreements. LiveNOW’s Austin Westfall is speaking with Ed Hirs, an University of Houston Energy Fellow, as we learn more about how these deals will impact consumers.
We are learning more this week as oil giant Chevron confirmed that it will expand operations in Venezuela. This comes after President Donald Trump announced a deal to develop the nation’s oil reserves and give the Pentagon a stake in the profits. U.S. Energy Secretary Chris Wright on Wednesday attended a ceremony in Venezuela’s capital to sign new agreements. LiveNOW’s Austin Westfall is speaking with Ed Hirs, an University of Houston Energy Fellow, as we learn more about how these deals will impact consumers.