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National Debt Tracker: American taxpayers (you) are now on the hook for $35,215,900,370,093.07 as of 8/21/24
The U.S. national debt is climbing at a rapid pace, on track to double over the next three decades amid a rush of spending by President Biden and Congress.
US economy created 818,000 fewer jobs than previously reported
The Labor Department released payroll data that provided a look at job creation in the year through March, which is much weaker than previously believed.
US economy missing 818,000 jobs. America, we're dealing with a wacky view of our economic health
More than half of Americans believe the U.S. is already in a recession. We aren't, officially, but looking at the Labor Department's downward revision of the jobs number it makes sense.
Consumers are ‘hunting’ for value in a ‘difficult’ economic time: Gerald Storch
Storch Advisors CEO Gerald Storch reacts to Target’s decision to cut prices on 5,000 common items during an appearance on ‘Varney & Co.’
Employer health care costs expected to jump 9% in US next year
Inflation might be easing in some areas of the economy, but employers can expect to spend 9% more on health care costs next year, driven by an increasing claims and prescription drug costs.
Mega Millions jackpot jumps to $527 million after no grand prize winner
The Mega Millions jackpot rose to an estimated $527 million after no tickets matched the winning numbers to take home the grand prize during Tuesday night's drawing.
Chicago faces inflation rate that is among the highest in the country
Democrats kicked off their national convention in Chicago on Monday, as the Windy City grapples with inflation that is among the highest in the nation.
Alaska Airlines and Hawaiian Airlines merger clears regulatory hurdle, will now be reviewed by DOT
Alaska Airlines announced Monday that its merger with Hawaiian Airlines cleared a major hurdle after the DOJ's time period to complete its investigation expired.
Small Hawaii airline grounds flights amid safety inspection
Mokulele Airlines announced Saturday that it was temporarily grounding part of its fleet after finding "discrepancies" during routine safety maintenance.
'The Big Shrink': Americans are pulling back on spending as high prices persist
A new report published by Empower shows that over two-thirds of Americans feel like their purchasing power has shrunk as a result of persistent inflation.