Published: Feb. 2, 2026 at 10:53 a.m. ET U.S. manufacturers got a burst of new orders in…
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Economy shows signs of cooling, S&P finds. Tariffs still weigh on growth and hiring.
Published: Jan. 23, 2026 at 10:17 a.m. ET The economy got off to a decent start in…
Workers are getting very worried about losing their jobs as financial fears rise
Financial worries have gradually taken over as employees’ biggest concerns since inflation spiked, the job market…
U.S. economy sags in December, S&P says, due to tariffs, inflation and softer sales
Last Updated: Dec. 16, 2025 at 10:20 a.m. ETFirst Published: Dec. 16, 2025 at 10:15 a.m. ET The…
72% of people say they’d be happier if they saved or invested more money. Far fewer said spending more would bring happiness.
While financial happiness is typically framed as a choice between spending on material goods or spending…
Americans’ happiness is at a record low. Or are we just using our money the wrong way?
Fewer than half of Americans say they are financially secure, but there are indications that it’s…
U.S. economy speeds up again after government shutdown, S&P finds. Businesses more optimistic.
Published: Nov. 21, 2025 at 10:18 a.m. ET The U.S. economy grew in November at the fastest…
How to tariff-proof your holiday shopping list
This year, the strategy for savvy holiday shoppers is not just finding a discount, but entirely…
This is the No. 1 thing Americans worry about being able to afford in retirement — and it’s not food or housing
Published: Jan. 30, 2026 at 8:00 a.m. ET Retirement savers are more concerned about medical spending than…