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Thursday, March 05, 2026 12:21 PM ET

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HELOC interest rates just fell again. Here are 3 advantages of opening one now. -- HELOC interest rates are dropping again. But that's not the only reason why borrowers may want to open one now.

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Why you should avoid refinancing if borrowing home equity now

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What are today's HELOC and home equity loan interest rates?

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What to know about the agency Trump says will insure ships in the Gulf -- President Trump said the government agency will provide political risk insurance to "all shipping lines" operating in the Persian Gulf.

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Tariff refund delays could cost U.S. $700 million a month in interest -- The U.S. government must also reimburse businesses for the interest they paid on tariffs recently struck down by the Supreme Court, according to the Cato Institute.

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Nearly 37 million pounds of food recalled because it could contain glass -- Oregon food manufacturer Ajinomoto expands an earlier recall of frozen and ready-to-eat products over glass contamination.

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United Airlines can now boot passengers who refuse to use headphones -- United said it could permanently ban travelers who refuse to wear headphones while listening to audio or video content on its flights. -- Mar 3

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Federal appeals court rejects DOJ's push to delay start of tariff refund process -- The Supreme Court ruled last month at President Trump did not have the authority to issue his sweeping tariffs under a federal emergency powers law. -- Mar 2

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Gas prices across the U.S. jump 11 cents per gallon, AAA says -- Crude oil prices are surging due to the Iran war, pushing up prices at the pump across the U.S., according to AAA. -- Mar 3

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Elon Musk testifies in Twitter shareholder trial over actions before purchase -- Elon Musk reached a deal to buy Twitter in April 2022. On May 13, 2022, he declared his plan "temporarily on hold" over the number of spam and fake accounts on the platform. Twitter's stock tumbled as a result.

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Companies are entitled to Trump tariff refunds, trade court rules -- A federal court in New York ruled Wednesday that businesses that paid emergency tariffs invalidated by the Supreme Court are eligible for refunds.

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Google faces first lawsuit alleging its AI chatbot encouraged man's suicide -- Google is accused in a wrongful death lawsuit filed by the family of a man who committed suicide in October, allegedly at the direction of the tech giant's AI chatbot, Gemini.

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Are gold ETFs worth investing in right now? -- Gold ETFs are an easy way to tap into the metal's rally, but it's smart to weigh the tradeoffs before investing.

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What gold investing alternatives are worth considering this March?

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What to do if you inherit gold or other precious metals

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Here's how much interest a $40,000 6-month CD can earn if opened this March -- Interest earnings on a CD of this size and term can be significant. But that's not the only benefit to consider now.

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How to earn $500 in interest before the end of 2026

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How much interest can a $10,000 18-month CD earn if opened this March?

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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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The typical American worker has $955 saved for retirement -- Millions of Americans lack access to any type of retirement plan, hampering their ability to save for old age.

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How the new $6,000 senior tax deduction could impact older Americans -- A new tax deduction for senior citizens is kicking in this tax season, potentially providing bigger refunds to millions, the AARP says.

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5 MONEY MOVES TO MAKE IN 2026, ACCORDING TO FINANCIAL EXPERTS -- As many Americans head into 2026 with mounting money worries, reviewing your finances now could help put you on firmer footing next year.

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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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