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Thursday, February 05, 2026 7:41 AM ET

CBS News - Business

Pinterest fired 2 engineers who built an internal layoff tracker -- Pinterest says two engineers lost their jobs after writing custom scripts to identify employees who were cut in a recent round of layoffs.

20 hours ago

Millions of Americans face higher utility bills after rate hike approvals -- Over 50 million Americans will face higher utility costs as a result of rate hikes approved in 2025, according to Powerlines.

18 hours ago

Washington Post begins sweeping layoffs as it scales back news coverage -- Former WaPo executive editor Martin Baron told CBS News the paper's coverage will be "dramatically diminished" because of the job cuts.

17 hours ago

Want to see Super Bowl 2026 commercials early? These ads are already live. -- Many Super Bowl 60 ads are already online, along with teasers for commercials that will be unveiled during the NFL championship on Feb. 8.

2 days ago

SBA shuts out non-U.S. citizens from its main lending program -- Starting March 1, the SBA will no longer guarantee loans for small businesses owned by foreign nationals, including green card holders. -- Feb 3

15 hours ago

Consumer Reports' top 10 vehicles for 2026 - see which cars made the list -- For the first time, the top 10 cars on Consumer Reports' annual list of best new vehicles also include electric or hybrid models.

1 day ago

China banning hidden car door handles starting in 2027 due to safety concerns -- China will ban hidden door handles on cars, commonly used on Tesla's electric vehicles and many other EV models, starting next year, due to safety concerns. -- Feb 4

22 minutes ago

Minute Maid frozen juice concentrates won't be made anymore -- Minute Maid's parent company, Coca-Cola, says it's ending production of its frozen juice concentrates, including orange juice.

45 minutes ago

How much will a $500,000 mortgage cost monthly in 2026? -- Mortgage interest rates are much lower than they were one year ago. Here's how much a $500,000 costs monthly now.

16 hours ago

3 critical mortgage questions buyers need to ask this February

20 hours ago

Where are mortgage interest rates headed this February? Experts weigh in

1 day ago

Can you file for bankruptcy without an attorney? -- Filing bankruptcy pro se is a complex process, but knowing all your options could save you thousands in legal fees.

17 hours ago

Why are credit card rates so high right now? Here's what experts say

17 hours ago

Best debt relief companies, plus advice borrowers need to know now

7 months ago

How much silver can I get for $500? -- Silver prices are high now, but $500 can still go a long way if you know what to buy and what costs to watch.

18 hours ago

What is the price of silver today: February 4, 2026?

18 hours ago

How much should I pay for a 10-ounce bar of silver right now?

19 hours 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.

10 months 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.

10 months ago

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.

20 days ago

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.

1 month ago

Personal finance advice doesn't work for most Americans, economists say -- Personal finance is too complex for most people to navigate, two economists contend in a new book. Is there a better way to help people deal with money?

2 months ago

More companies are pointing to AI as they lay off employees -- Although economists have generally downplayed the impact of artificial intelligence on jobs, some employers are highlighting their adoption of AI.

1 day ago

The No. 1 skill employers are looking for, according to a LinkedIn expert -- Job seekers can raise their chances of landing a position by highlighting a particular kind of work experience, says LinkedIn career expert Catherine Fisher.

5 days ago

AI poses bigger threat in jobs with more women, study finds -- Workers in clerical and administrative roles could have the most trouble adapting to the impact of AI on jobs, new research shows.

7 days ago