Engagement ring costs in 2025: How much couples are spending by state

A new study reveals how much Americans are spending on engagement rings in 2025, with some states shelling out over $10,000 on average. Here’s how costs vary by income, location, and ring style.

How much is the average tax refund in 2025? It depends on where you live

A new report shows tax refunds are larger in 2025—but fewer people are receiving them. Geography, income, and tax policy all play a role in how much money Americans get back from the IRS.

Trump suggests he may pause 25% auto tariffs amid market concerns

President Trump says he may temporarily pause his 25% auto tariffs to give carmakers time to adjust supply chains, adding more uncertainty to global markets already shaken by his shifting trade policies.

List: The cities most affected by inflation in 2025

A recent study shows that some cities across the country are impacted more by inflation than others. Here's where your area ranks on the list.

Stock market closes in green after volatile week
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The U.S. stock market closed in green Friday, following a turbulent week caused by President Trump's tariff announcement and subsequent 90-day pause. Many industries and foreign leaders expressed concern about the global economic future as a result of the tariffs. LiveNOW's Mike Pache and Barron's Matt Peterson discuss the current volatility of the stock market.

China retaliates: Tariffs on American goods hiked from 84% to 125%

China called the United States’ tactics “bullying and coercive” and said the tariffs imposed by President Donald Trump violated “basic economic laws.”

China slaps US with 125% tariffs on goods
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China announced countermeasures by raising tariffs on U.S. goods from 84% to 125% starting Saturday. The U.S. and China have escalated a new trade war by raising tariffs even as U.S. President Donald Trump hit a pause on tariffs for other countries. Trump?s universal tariffs on China total 145%. Jason Greer, Founder and President of the Greer Consulting, Inc weighs in.

Inflation fell in March despite Trump tariffs: Here's why

Inflation fell to its lowest numbers since September last month, despite President Trump’s back-and-forth on tariffs and uncertainty surrounding the economy.

Egg prices continue to increase, reach new record high

Egg prices have spiked and may not drop until after Easter due to high consumer demand. Here's what we know.

Trump tariff summary: Where things stand after pause

Here's a look at some of the main tariffs that have been imposed on major U.S. trading partners since January and how those have changed since their announcement.

Detroit man goes from homeless to millionaire

A man went from being homeless, sleeping in his car outside fancy houses in Detroit, to buying one of those houses and becoming a self-made millionaire.

Trump limits tariffs on most nations for 90 days; raises Chinese import tax rate to 125%

Trump’s sweeping new tariffs took effect on Wednesday morning, but by the afternoon, nearly all of them were lowered and paused -- except for China, which he hit with a 125% import tax.

Trump authorizes 90-day pause on tariffs
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White House Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt and Treasury Secretary confirm 90-day tariff pause. The two addressing the media outside the White House saying that President is implementing the pause for most of its trading but that does not include China.

Stocks surge as Trump announces tariff pause
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President Trump announced an increase in tariffs for Chinese imports, while also announcing a 90 day pause which caused markets to surge on Wednesday afternoon.

What's the status of the budget bill?

Some Republicans are stalling action on President Donald Trump’s bill consisting of tax breaks and spending cuts. House Speaker Mike Johnson wants to move the process forward before legislators leave Washington, D.C. for a two-week spring recess.