Child care cost the most in these states in 2024, analysis found

The steep cost of child care in America is weighing on parents all over the country, but those in these particular states were found to feel the pinch the most.

Trump delaying 50% tariff on European Union

The president said Sunday he’s agreed to delay a 50% tariff on the EU that he threatened last week, after saying negotiations with the commission were “going nowhere.”

Trump calls for 50% tariff on EU imports starting June 1

President Trump called for a “straight 50%” tariff on all imports from the European Union after complaining on social media that trade talks are “going nowhere.”

Trump tells Walmart: ‘Eat the tariffs’

President Trump lashed back at Walmart over the weekend after the retail giant said it would be increasing prices to combat his tariffs.

Moody’s strips US of top credit rating: What the downgrade means for your wallet

Moody’s has downgraded the US credit rating for the first time, citing rising debt and political dysfunction. Here’s what the move means for your wallet, interest rates, and the broader economy.

Walmart raising prices due to tariff costs: What we know

Walmart says it will raise prices to counter higher costs from President Donald Trump’s tariffs, despite strong quarterly sales.

Nissan increases job cuts to 20K by 2027

The Japanese automaker aims to save $3.4 billion by 2027 amid financial losses and concerns over President Donald Trump's tariffs.

Microsoft to lay off about 3% of its workforce

Microsoft announced a round of layoffs this week that will affect thousands of employees.

April CPI inflation report: Egg prices decline for first time in months

Eggs got cheaper in the U.S. last month after setting records at the start of the year, according to April's CPI inflation report. Here's how some other grocery items fared.

Fed rate and tariffs: Why interest is unchanged again, and what it means for you

Despite the Trump administration’s push for a rate cut, The Fed announced Wednesday it’s holding steady – and the president’s tariffs were a big deciding factor.

Private sector added 62K jobs in April, well below expectations, ADP says

Private sector job growth slowed sharply in April, with companies adding just 62,000 positions—well below expectations—as employers navigated economic uncertainty, according to ADP.

Here's how many Americans now say inflation is their top financial worry

Cost of living and affording basic needs combined with inflation were among the major concerns for Americans and their families based on findings from a recent poll.

U.S. economy shrank in first quarter; first drop in three years

Economic growth in the first quarter was impacted in part by a rise in imports as U.S. companies attempted to bring in foreign goods amid the enforcement of tariffs.

Is Amazon showing tariff costs? How Shein and Temu are handling Trump’s changes

President Trump’s tariff and customs changes have begun affecting how many Americans shop online. Here’s what Amazon, Shein and Temu are saying amid rising operating costs.

How is the economy after Trump's first 100 days?

As President Donald Trump marks his first 100 days in office, he highlighted economic growth and falling inflation, even as reports show a slowdown.

Trump reportedly ponders $5K baby bonus as US fertility rate remains near record low

The Trump administration is reportedly looking at ways to incentivize having a baby to increase the U.S. birth rate, which remains near a record low according to newly-released CDC data.