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Wednesday, August 19, 2026 2:14 PM ET

CBS News - Business

State Farm is sending refund checks to customers. Here's who qualifies. -- More than 7.2 million checks have been mailed so far, with millions more expected to go out this week, according to State Farm.

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Moderna stock surges as melanoma vaccine trial shows "landmark moment" -- Moderna and Merck announced study results that reflect a "landmark moment" in treatment for one of the deadliest forms of skin cancer.

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Bond market sell-off threatens to drive up loan costs -- The yield on the 30-year Treasury this week hit its highest level since 2007, a rise that could put upward pressure on borrowing costs.

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Inflation is outpacing wages again. Many workers were already behind. -- When inflation rises faster than workers' wages, it feels like they're getting a pay cut. Companies, meanwhile, benefit.

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Disney and ABC sue FCC over early license review, alleging retaliation -- The lawsuit comes after the FCC ordered ABC to seek renewals between two and five years before its TV stations' licenses were set to expire. -- Aug 18

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DEI policies brought no financial penalty to firms, study finds -- Companies that stood by their diversity efforts faced no detectable impact from investors or shoppers, researchers found. -- Aug 18

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Has your license plate been tracked by Flock? Here's how to check. -- The website​ HaveIBeenFlocked has compiled a database of 4.6 million license plate records that have appeared in roughly 242 million Flock searches. -- Aug 17

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Meta's federal trial begins over child social media addiction claims -- The lawsuit accuses the social media giant of contributing to the youth mental health crisis by deliberately designing features that addict children to its platforms.

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Outshine Fruit Bars recalled over possible glass, parent Dreyer's says -- Five flavors of Outshine Fruit Bars sold nationwide were recalled because they may include glass, Dreyer's Grand Ice Cream said. -- Aug 18

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Money market vs. high-yield savings account: Which will be better if the Fed raises interest rates? -- Savings rates could climb if the Fed hikes rates. Here's how to position your cash before that happens.

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How much interest can a $10,000 9-month CD earn right now?

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How much can you earn by putting $50,000 in a 6-month CD this August?

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How can you apply for student loan forgiveness in 2026? -- Student loan repayment options have changed, and there are a few things to know now, before seeking forgiveness.

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Are you eligible for student loan forgiveness if you have private and federal loans?

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Which student loan borrowers qualify for public service loan forgiveness in 2026?

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Should you pay collections debt that's past the statute of limitations? -- An old collections balance may have lost its legal bite, but paying it could come with unintended consequences.

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Can debt collectors contact you at work? Here's what borrowers should know

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How much can debt forgiveness save on $30,000 in credit card debt this August?

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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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Social Security faces looming benefit cuts. Can the program be saved? -- Social Security checks could see a 22% cut in 2032 unless Congress takes steps to shore up the program. Here are 5 ideas for fixing it.

2 months ago

Here's the retirement challenge nobody talks about -- Many Americans spend decades saving for retirement, but lack a plan for using that money once they stop working, a new survey finds. Here's what to know.

2 months ago

Social Security checks could be cut by $500 a month in 2032, report finds -- Beneficiaries would continue receiving payments if Social Security's trust fund is depleted, but checks could shrink by about 24%, according to a new report.

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How much time does AI save at work? New Census Bureau data breaks it down. -- New Census data shows how much faster workers can complete tasks when they enlist artificial intelligence for help.

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Is your career "rusting out"? Here's what that means, and how to spot it. -- Many employees feel their employers don't value them and that they're not contributing as much as they could, a workplace poll finds.

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Federal workers sour on government work, decrying eroding job security -- Nearly two-thirds of current and retired U.S. government workers said they wouldn't re-enter public service, according to a recent survey.

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