Lumber, construction material prices could rise due to tariffs
If President Donald Trump follows through with his impending 25% tariffs on goods from Mexico and Canada, construction costs will surge, home builders warn.
US workers staying put as fewer quit their jobs
Fewer Americans left their jobs last year than in 2023, according to U.S. Labor Department data, signaling the Great Resignation has finally come to an end.
Mortgage rates edge lower, remain near 7%
Mortgage rates fell slightly again this week, but long-term rates remain in the upper-6% range as the housing market continues to drag, waiting for greater declines.
Americans' insurance rates are soaring and lawsuits play a significant role
Home and auto insurance premiums have been soaring in the U.S. for years, and it is not just because of inflation and greater losses from natural disasters.
US trade deficit hits record that will be a Trump target
President Donald Trump's mission to close the U.S. trade deficit met a greater challenge as America's trade deficit in goods soared to a record $1.2 trillion in 2024.
Consulting giant PwC discourages White, Asian students from applying to career program
Consulting and accounting firm PwC prohibits White and Asian students from applying to attend its Career Preview conference for potential future hires.
China-linked firm gets E-ZPass contract in New Jersey, former senator calls it 'worse' than TikTok
A Singapore-owned company was awarded the automated tolling contract for the New Jersey Turnpike, and its ties to the Chinese government and communist party are raising alarms.
Trump's crypto czar, congressional lawmakers announce moves toward US 'golden age' in digital assets
President Donald Trump's crypto czar, David Sacks, held a joint press conference with House and Senate committee chairs to lay out initiatives regarding digital assets.
Trump launching US sovereign wealth fund: What to know
President Donald Trump signed an executive order directing the Treasury and Commerce departments to set up a sovereign wealth fund. Here's what that means.