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Friday, March 06, 2026 6:22 PM ET

CBS News - Business

United CEO said U.S. airfares could rise as Iran war drives up oil prices -- Jet fuel costs have shot up more than 50% since the U.S.-Israel attack on Iran sparked a jump in global prices.

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U.S. economy lost 92,000 jobs in February, defying forecasts for job growth -- Economists had forecast a gain of 60,000 jobs last month. The unexpected drop was due to job losses in health care and the federal government.

9 hours ago

These 10 jobs are most exposed to AI, Anthropic finds -- The maker of the Claude chatbot says its research could help identify economic disruptions by measuring how AI is currently reshaping work.

2 hours ago

Oil prices continue to climb, hitting highest level in nearly 2 years -- Surging global oil prices due to the Iran war are leading to a spike in gasoline costs for U.S. motorists.

9 hours ago

Stocks resume slide as oil prices sizzle and U.S. hiring fizzles -- Stocks dropped after new government data showed U.S. employers shed 92,000 jobs in February and as investors fret over oil prices.

6 hours ago

Trump vowed to revive manufacturing. Factory jobs are still vanishing. -- Job cuts at a Whirlpool factory in Iowa underscore the challenges in reviving American manufacturing. "Every day, workers' jobs are still in jeopardy," a union official said.

1 day ago

Iran war hits housing market as mortgage rates rise to 6% -- Mortgage rates are rising as bond investors fret that rising oil prices could boost inflation. -- Mar 5

2 hours ago

Venezuela's new gold rush moves at "Trump speed," but ignores a $25 million question -- Venezuela's new administration is cutting deals, but there's a big reward available for a key figure.

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Will the price of silver hit $200 per ounce this March? Here's what to consider. -- The price of silver is heading upward again, but will it break the $200 per ounce record? Here's what to consider.

3 hours ago

What gold investing alternatives are worth considering this March?

1 day ago

What are the best ways to invest in silver in today's market?

3 hours ago

What are the best ways to stop a wage garnishment this March? -- Wage garnishment can quickly drain your paycheck, but there are ways you may be able to stop the process now.

5 hours ago

What to do if you're being sued by a debt collector this March

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Should you consolidate your credit card debt this March? Here's what to consider first.

7 hours ago

CDs vs. money market accounts: What savers should consider this March -- The decision between the two savings vehicles needs to be viewed through today's unique economic prism.

6 hours ago

Here's how much interest a $40,000 6-month CD can earn if opened this March

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

1 day 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.

11 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.

11 months ago

Record share of Americans are tapping 401(k)s for hardship withdrawals -- More Americans are digging into their retirement savings for emergency expenses, research from Vanguard shows.

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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.

1 month 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.

1 month ago

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.

4 days ago

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.

10 days ago

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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