Gen Z faces harsh financial reality as credit scores plunge to dangerous record lows across America
Experts warn that pandemic spending, student loan delinquencies and poor money habits have left young Americans vulnerable to a lifetime of higher costs and fewer choices.
Experts warn that pandemic spending, student loan delinquencies and poor money habits have left young Americans vulnerable to a lifetime of higher costs and fewer choices.
RadioShack, Pier 1 Imports owners accused of operating $112 million Ponzi scheme
The SEC accused Alex Mehr and Tai Lopez of misleading investors about the struggling retail brands' performance.
The SEC accused Alex Mehr and Tai Lopez of misleading investors about the struggling retail brands' performance.
Some student loan borrowers brace for smaller paychecks: What to know
Student loan borrowers who have defaulted on payments could have up to 15% of their pay docked by the federal government starting soon.
Student loan borrowers who have defaulted on payments could have up to 15% of their pay docked by the federal government starting soon.
Annual survey reveals the industries that Americans love, hate the most
Only three industries earned majority praise, while others sunk to record lows.
Only three industries earned majority praise, while others sunk to record lows.
Social Security to stop issuing paper checks: What to know
Electronic payments will officially begin on Sept. 30.
Electronic payments will officially begin on Sept. 30.
Mortgage rates are decreasing the most in these states, data shows
Mortgage rates are dropping nationwide. Find out which states are seeing the biggest decreases and what it means for homeowners.
Mortgage rates are dropping nationwide. Find out which states are seeing the biggest decreases and what it means for homeowners.
Trump admin to impose higher fees on H-1B visas
Last week, President Donald Trump signed a proclamation that will require a new annual fee of $100,000 for H-1B applicants. Trump insisted that the tech industry would not oppose the move. "I think they're going to be very happy," he said. LiveNOW?s Mike Pache is speaking with Immigration Attorney Kate Lincoln-Goldfinch as critics point to H-1B spots going to entry-level jobs, rather than senior positions with unique skill requirements.
Last week, President Donald Trump signed a proclamation that will require a new annual fee of $100,000 for H-1B applicants. Trump insisted that the tech industry would not oppose the move. "I think they're going to be very happy," he said. LiveNOW?s Mike Pache is speaking with Immigration Attorney Kate Lincoln-Goldfinch as critics point to H-1B spots going to entry-level jobs, rather than senior positions with unique skill requirements.
Here's how many Americans say they'll go into debt for football
Many Americans will spend money on football this season, and here's how many say they will be going into debt over it.
Many Americans will spend money on football this season, and here's how many say they will be going into debt over it.
These cities are spending the most on fast food in 2025, data shows
Fast food provides a quick meal if you don’t have time to cook, but residents in these cities are spending more to enjoy the dining out experience.
Fast food provides a quick meal if you don’t have time to cook, but residents in these cities are spending more to enjoy the dining out experience.
Stocks hit record highs as Nvidia to invest $100B in OpenAI
Matt Orton, Chief Market Strategist with Raymond James Investment Management, joins LiveNOW's Mike Pache to discuss the market's reaction to Nvidia pledging to invest $100 billion in OpenAI.
Matt Orton, Chief Market Strategist with Raymond James Investment Management, joins LiveNOW's Mike Pache to discuss the market's reaction to Nvidia pledging to invest $100 billion in OpenAI.
Federal Reserve announces interest rate cut
FOX Business Correspondent Edward Lawrence joins LiveNOW's Andy Mac to discuss the announcement from the Federal Reserve that interest rates will be cut by a quarter of a percentage point.
FOX Business Correspondent Edward Lawrence joins LiveNOW's Andy Mac to discuss the announcement from the Federal Reserve that interest rates will be cut by a quarter of a percentage point.
These states have the most student loan debt in 2025, data finds
Millions of borrowers are figuring out how to pay back their student loans, but some states are affected differently than others based on data from a new report.
Millions of borrowers are figuring out how to pay back their student loans, but some states are affected differently than others based on data from a new report.
Fed cuts key rate for first time this year
Bill Adams, Chief Economist at Comerica Bank, joins LiveNOW's Austin Westfall to discuss the Federal Reserve's first rate cut this year.
Bill Adams, Chief Economist at Comerica Bank, joins LiveNOW's Austin Westfall to discuss the Federal Reserve's first rate cut this year.
Fed cuts key interest rate, signals two more this year
The Federal Reserve has faced ongoing pressure from President Donald Trump to lower interest rates. However, the central bank has chosen to keep rates unchanged since late 2024.
The Federal Reserve has faced ongoing pressure from President Donald Trump to lower interest rates. However, the central bank has chosen to keep rates unchanged since late 2024.
Americans value college less than ever, but here’s what salary data says
A Gallup poll shows fewer Americans consider college essential, but new Census data reveals a stark pay gap between workers with degrees and those without.
A Gallup poll shows fewer Americans consider college essential, but new Census data reveals a stark pay gap between workers with degrees and those without.
Fed rate cuts: What they mean for you
The Federal Reserve is meeting Tuesday to decide whether to lower interest rates. Here’s what a cut would mean for mortgages, credit cards, auto loans, savings accounts and investments.
The Federal Reserve is meeting Tuesday to decide whether to lower interest rates. Here’s what a cut would mean for mortgages, credit cards, auto loans, savings accounts and investments.
Charlie Kirk’s podcast hits No 1 while book sales soar after his assassination
Turning Point USA has received more than 37,000 new chapter requests after founder Charlie Kirk's death, with his content dominating bestseller lists.
Turning Point USA has received more than 37,000 new chapter requests after founder Charlie Kirk's death, with his content dominating bestseller lists.
Job scams on the rise as layoffs surge in US: How to protect yourself
Looking for a job can be stressful, but scammers taking advantage of a difficult situation can make it even worse.
Looking for a job can be stressful, but scammers taking advantage of a difficult situation can make it even worse.
Appeals court rejects Trump's bid to remove Lisa Cook
A federal court ruled Federal Reserve Gov. Lisa Cook can remain in her position amid President Donald Trump?s attempts to fire her. President Trump attempted to remove her shortly before a crucial vote on interest rates. LiveNOW?s Mike Pache has the latest on what to expect from the Fed tomorrow from Nicole Goodkind before the key vote on interest rates. Goodkind is a senior writer at Barron's, covering the Federal Reserve and U.S. economy.
A federal court ruled Federal Reserve Gov. Lisa Cook can remain in her position amid President Donald Trump?s attempts to fire her. President Trump attempted to remove her shortly before a crucial vote on interest rates. LiveNOW?s Mike Pache has the latest on what to expect from the Fed tomorrow from Nicole Goodkind before the key vote on interest rates. Goodkind is a senior writer at Barron's, covering the Federal Reserve and U.S. economy.
Social Security cost-of-living adjustment expected to rise in 2026
Inflation data from August suggests the social security cost-of-living increase could be even larger in 2026.
Inflation data from August suggests the social security cost-of-living increase could be even larger in 2026.