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Thursday, April 09, 2026 9:33 AM ET

CBS News - Business

Inflation was cooling. The Iran war could send it racing higher again. -- Economic forecasts show that this week's March Consumer Price Index could show prices climbing at their fastest pace in nearly two years.

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Will the Iran ceasefire ease U.S. gas prices? Here's what experts think. -- Gas prices in the U.S. continued to edge up on Wednesday even as oil prices fell. Here's how long it could take for fuel costs to recede.

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This male model sporting a crisp summer shirt isn't real. Will consumers care? -- Many brands are turning to AI to advertise their products. Others are rejecting the technology, pledging to lean into "real" images.

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Americans expect to work much longer than they would like. Here's why. -- Many employees expect to retire later as mounting expenses strain budgets, while others hunker down at work as part of the "great stay."

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AI will affect more than half of all U.S. jobs, analysis finds -- Artificial intelligence is more likely to change the nature of work than to supplant masses of workers, according to researchers. -- Apr 7

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Dow soars more than 1,300 points, oil prices tumble below $100 per barrel after Iran ceasefire -- Investors cheered the announcement of a two-week ceasefire, which President Trump said is contingent on the reopening of the Strait of Hormuz.

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Sponsored - Last-minute tax tips - CBS News business analyst Jill Schlesinger gives last-minute tax tips for anyone who hasn't filed yet. Most Americans have until April 15 to file their tax return, request an extension to file and pay any taxes owed. (Sponsored by Edward Jones) Apr 8 - 03:04

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The upper middle class is now the largest income group in the U.S. -- America's middle class is shrinking, but not because people are getting poorer. Instead, more households are climbing the ladder, new research suggests. -- Apr 7

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GM recalls more than 270,000 cars in U.S. over rearview camera risk -- Cameras on some Chevrolet Malibus can display blank or distorted images, posing a risk to drivers, according to safety regulators.

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What are today's mortgage interest rates: April 9, 2026? -- Want to buy a home or refinance your current one? These are the mortgage interest rates you'll need to know first.

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4 things mortgage lenders want homebuyers to know this April

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What could cause mortgage rates to drop this April?

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How much do you actually lose when you sell your gold investments? -- Thinking about selling your gold assets? Taxes, dealer spreads and other fees could cost you more than expected.

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These are the biggest risks of gold investing right now, according to experts

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Here's what $25,000 in gold could look like by the end of 2026, experts say

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How much does a HELOC cost monthly at today's rates? -- A HELOC offers homeowners an affordable way to borrow money now. Here's what it can cost at today's interest rates.

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Are lenders tightening HELOC rules in 2026? Here's what experts say

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Is a HELOC or a home equity loan the better option this April?

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Tracking rising cost of cars, trucks, groceries ahead of Trump's tariffs -- CBS News is tracking the rising cost of products most impacted by tariffs imposed​ and soon-to-be-imposed by President Trump, from grocery items to cars and trucks.

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MoneyWatch price tracker shows how much food, utility, housing costs are rising -- These charts track prices consumers pay for groceries and other goods now compared to five years ago.

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Americans saving less for retirement - that's a "warning sign," experts say. -- Full-time employees cut their 401(k) participation and contribution rates last year amid an affordability crunch, new research shows. -- Mar 31

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$100,000 in Social Security benefits? New proposal would cap them. -- With Social Security's trust fund sliding toward insolvency, one group wants to cap benefits for the wealthiest U.S. couples. -- Mar 26

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More U.S. employees are hugging tight to their jobs. Here's why. -- More employees are clinging to their positions in a trend known as "job-hugging." That's making it harder for job-seekers to find work.

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College majors with the highest earnings potential and lowest jobless rates -- A college degree still provides an edge when it comes to finding a good job, but a person's major may be just as important to career stability, research suggests.

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Some job-seekers are paying thousands of dollars just to land an interview -- "Reverse recruitment" firms promise to cut the length of job searches in half and help connect candidates with employers.

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