Tuesday, May 19, 2026 2:26 AM ET
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Pay for American workers is lagging inflation - again -- U.S. wage growth is lagging inflation for the first time since 2023, eroding consumers' purchasing power.9 hours 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. -- May 1717 hours 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. -- May 175 hours ago
NextEra Energy to acquire Dominion in a $67 billion utility deal -- The combined company will serve about 10 million utility customers across Florida, Virginia, North Carolina and South Carolina.17 hours ago
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.3 days 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. -- May 174 hours ago
Ice cream sold in 17 states recalled for potential metal fragments -- No injuries have been reported because of the issue, the Food and Drug Administration said. -- May 1618 hours 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 152 days ago
$7,500 CD vs. $7,500 high-yield savings account vs. $7,500 money market account: Which will earn more now? -- Have $7,500 that you're looking to protect and grow? Here's how much interest you'd earn with these three accounts.11 hours ago
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What's the required minimum distribution from a $200,000 retirement account? -- Have $200,000 saved in a retirement account? Here's how much you'll be expected to withdraw each year.13 hours ago
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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.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.10 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.13 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.17 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