Sunday, May 17, 2026 11:24 AM ET
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Trump talks up trade deals with China, but experts see no big wins for U.S. -- President Trump's trip to China could bolster economic relations, but failed to deliver a breakthrough deal, some trade and energy experts said. -- May 1515 hours ago
Which college majors offer the best long-term return on investment? -- College grads outearn people without a degree within 15 years, even after paying for tuition, study finds.1 day ago
How will Jerome Powell be remembered as he exits as Fed chair? -- As Powell steps down after more than eight years leading the Federal Reserve, economists say he helped steer the U.S. through historic shocks but misread inflation. -- May 1519 hours ago
Why are so many U.S. CEOs in China with Trump, and what do they want? -- More than a dozen American CEOs are accompanying President Trump on his trip to China. That's not unusual. -- May 141 day ago
Workers are getting paid to teach AI how to do their jobs -- AI companies are recruiting a wide range of temp workers, from writers to wine enthusiasts, for hourly-paid gigs to help train their language models. -- May 142 days ago
Is the answer to the housing crunch right in your own backyard? -- Accessory Dwelling Units, or ADUs, are small, fully-functional secondary homes located on the same property as a main home, usually in the backyard, filling a vital need where housing has proved scant or expensive.2 hours ago
Trump Mobile says its T1 mobile phone to ship this week -- Trump Mobile's $499 gold-toned phone has faced delays since it was unveiled in June 2025. -- May 141 day ago
CBS News poll finds many voice frustration with Trump's economic approach -- Gas prices, inflation weigh on Americans. Many see lack of clarity on what's happening in Iran.3 hours ago
Social Security's cost-of-living adjustment could reach nearly 4% in 2027 -- A larger COLA would boost monthly checks for retirees, but also strain Social Security's already depleted trust funds. -- May 132 days ago
$25,000 short-term CD vs. $25,000 high-yield savings account: Which will earn more this year? -- The gap between the returns on a $25,000 CD and a $25,000 high-yield savings account may surprise you.1 day ago
$100,000 short-term CD vs. $100,000 high-yield savings account: Which will earn more this year?2 days ago
Why a $10,000 CD account is worth opening this May1 day ago
What happens to your Social Security if a creditor wins a lawsuit against you? -- Losing a debt lawsuit doesn't always mean your Social Security benefits are at risk - but there are exceptions.1 day ago
3 CREDIT CARD DEBT QUESTIONS BORROWERS SHOULD CONSIDER THIS WEEK2 days ago
What are the risks of trying to settle debt on your own?1 day ago
Are adjustable-rate mortgages worth considering right now? Here's what experts say -- An ARM may get you a lower rate, but it's not the right move for everyone in today's economic environment.2 days ago
What does the new inflation surge mean for mortgage interest rates?3 days ago
Can you negotiate your mortgage rate in today's market?2 days ago
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.1 year ago
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.1 year ago
Here's how AI can help with retirement planning, and where it struggles -- As more people turn to chatbots for financial advice, experts say AI offers both pros and cons for retirement planning. Here's what to know.9 days ago
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."1 month ago
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.1 month ago
EEOC sues New York Times, alleging bias against White male worker -- Employment watchdog accuses the New York Times of violating federal law by passing over a White male journalist for a job.11 days ago
More Americans are quitting their U.S. jobs to work abroad, study finds -- Since 2021, the share of U.S.-based employees who have left their jobs to work in another country has more than doubled.16 days ago
This is the fastest-growing job for young workers, LinkedIn says -- Hint: It involves AI, and a LinkedIn economist says employers are clamoring for people to fill these roles.1 month ago
Nature: Chanticleer Garden -- We leave you this Sunday at Chanticleer Garden just outside Philadelphia. Videographer: Jim Zurich.13 minutes ago
Understanding the world through old maps -- The Osher Map Library, at the University of Southern Maine in Portland, is home to half a million rare maps, globes and atlases, dating as far back as the 15th century. Correspondent Martha Teichner explores the world as depicted by cartographers, through maps that are whimsical, political, or intentionally distorted, and examines why - in an age of GPS - maps are definitely not outdated.33 minutes ago
Full Interview: Robert Gates -- Watch Margaret Brennan's full interview with former Defense Secretary Robert Gates, a portion of which aired on "Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan" on May 17, 2026.33 minutes ago
Making a proper hoagie -- Legend has it that Philadelphians have been living on hoagies since shipyard workers packed them for lunch during World War I. Liberty Kitchen executive chef Beau Neidhardt demonstrates for correspondent Susan Spencer how to construct a giant sandwich, Philadelphia-style.57 minutes ago