ZAQS.ORG

Wednesday, November 19, 2025 8:29 PM ET

CBS News - Business

Latest CBS News Videos - Details on Epstein's ties with Larry Summers - Harvard University is launching an inquiry into faculty connections with Jeffrey Epstein and it will include an investigation into former President Larry Summers after the release of emails between him and Epstein. Boston Globe reporter Deirdre Fernandes joins CBS News to discuss. 59M ago - 06:11

8 minutes ago

5 charts that illustrate America's deepening affordability crisis -- Although inflation has eased, many Americans say they still feel squeezed financially. Here are five areas where households are feeling the pinch.

5 hours ago

Nvidia reports strong quarterly earnings, topping analyst expectations -- The chipmaker's record revenue growth is likely to allay investor concerns about an artificial intelligence bubble.

3 hours ago

Summers resigns from OpenAI board, other roles after Epstein emails released -- Former Treasury Secretary Larry Summers said Wednesday that he is resigning from the board of OpenAI after last week's release of emails​ between him and convicted sex offender Jeffrey Epstein​.

11 hours ago

Target says it's working with ChatGPT for AI-assisted shopping -- Target's move, which follows a similar deal between Walmart and OpenAI, comes as the retailer is struggling with declining sales.

5 hours ago

Layoff notices flared in October across much of U.S., Fed report shows -- Nearly 40,000 Americans in 21 states received an impending layoff notice last month, new data from the Federal Reserve Bank of Cleveland shows. -- Nov 18

8 hours ago

Child care costs more than the rent in dozens of U.S. cities -- In some metro areas, child care expenses amount to more than double what families spend on rent, LendingTree found.

1 day ago

Meta prevails in historic FTC antitrust case, won't have to spin off apps -- Meta has prevailed over an existential challenge to its business that could have forced the tech giant to spin off Instagram and WhatsApp. -- Nov 18

5 hours ago

Roblox announces measures to strengthen protections for minors -- Facing pressure from states and families, Roblox will require players to use AI-powered technology that helps verify their age. -- Nov 18

44 minutes ago

Ford recalls nearly 230,000 U.S. vehicles over display issue -- The recall affects 2025-2026 Bronco and Bronco Sport vehicles.

11 hours ago

Will life insurance be worth it for seniors in 2026? -- The right life insurance policy (at the right price) could be valuable for seniors in 2026. Here's why.

4 hours ago

Can seniors buy whole life insurance?

4 hours ago

3 life insurance factors seniors should consider this November

7 days ago

What are the monthly payments on a $900,000 mortgage after the recent Fed rate cut? -- The Fed's rate cuts have improved mortgage affordability, but the costs remain substantial for high-value loans.

5 hours ago

What are today's mortgage interest rates: November 19, 2025?

5 hours ago

Best mortgage lenders to know now, plus advice on buying and refinancing

10 hours ago

How much does a $75,000 HELOC cost monthly after the October Fed rate cut? -- HELOC interest rates and costs are steadily dropping. Here's how much a $75,000 HELOC will cost monthly now.

6 hours ago

Should you borrow home equity before 2026? Experts weigh in

6 hours ago

Here are the monthly payments on a $30,000 HELOC now, post-October Fed rate cut

6 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.

7 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.

7 months ago

How a change to Social Security could impact retirement in 2026 -- Social Security's full retirement age is changing next year, affecting when the youngest baby boomers and Gen Xers can collect 100% of their benefits.

2 days ago

The IRS is raising your 401(k) and IRA contribution limits for 2026 -- The IRS is increasing the contribution limits for retirement accounts in 2026, boosting the top threshold to account for inflation.

6 days ago

90% of Americans plan to skip the No. 1 piece of Social Security advice -- Financial pros recommend waiting as long as possible to claim your Social Security benefits. Most Americans say they're ignoring that advice.

29 days ago

USCIS clarifies who must pay $100,000 fee for H-1B visas -- New visa fee for highly skilled foreign workers only applies to new applicants currently living abroad, according to fresh guidance from U.S. immigration agency.

29 days ago

60% OF WORKERS ARE UNHAPPY WITH KEY ASPECTS OF THEIR JOB, SURVEY FINDS -- Six in 10 employees say their jobs are falling short on issues including pay, scheduling and career advancement, a new analysis finds.

29 days ago

AI drives interest in blue-collar jobs among Gen Z: "I don't feel threatened" -- "I am very happy doing what I am doing," says one young electrician who pursued a skilled trade as AI disrupts the job market for college grads.

1 month ago

Huge cocaine haul seized amid debate over strategy -- As the U.S. Coast Guard unloads $360 million in seized cocaine, debate simmers about what the best approach is for anti-smuggling tactics on the high seas. Nicole Sganga spoke to a Coast Guard commander and DEA administrator Terry Cole.

21 minutes ago

New PSA asks flyers to show some manners -- A new campaign from Transportation Secretary Sean Duffy seeks to get air passengers to treat each other with a bit more civility during the holiday travel season. Kris Van Cleave has more.

21 minutes ago

Virginia jail aims to break cycles of addiction -- A jail in Virginia has found a way to break the cycle of recidivism, where people relapse into criminal behavior and end up back behind bars. As Mark Strassmann reports, for many inmates, escaping the confinement of jail often begins with breaking the chains of addiction.

21 minutes ago

FBI employee claims he was fired over Pride flag -- A 16-year FBI employee has filed a lawsuit alleging he was fired last month because he had a Pride flag draped near his desk. Scott MacFarlane has details.

21 minutes ago