Jul 24 Gas, groceries and back-to-school items are where shoppers might see higher oil prices surface By Anne D'Innocenzio and Cathy Bussewitz, Mae Anderson, Associated Press Already feeling pinched since the start of the Iran war, consumers are likely to feel more pain ahead as oil prices pushed past $100 a barrel Thursday amid renewed fighting and military strikes that have left global oil supplies stranded… Continue reading
Jul 14 Watch 5:30 Inflation eased in June, but Americans still feel pressure from high prices By Liz Landers, Ryan Connelly Holmes A report shows inflation eased more than expected in June. It's welcome news for President Trump, who has made lowering prices a focus of his economic agenda. But months of higher-than-expected inflation have continued to squeeze many households and raised… Continue watching
Jul 14 Massive data center buildout poses latest inflation threat for consumers By Christopher Rugaber, Associated Press Investment in data centers has made memory chips, computer processors and other equipment, as well as electricity, more expensive. Continue reading
Jul 08 Watch 6:55 As living costs soar, more retirees head back to work By Paul Solman, Layla Quran As the cost of living continues to rise in the United States, people are finding it more difficult to make ends meet. Older Americans are feeling it more than most. Paul Solman reports on what's forcing many retirees to unretire. Continue watching
Jul 06 Watch 8:43 Who could benefit the most from Trump's investment accounts for children By Paul Solman, Diane Lincoln Estes, Ryan Connelly Holmes Trump Accounts are officially open. They’re the first federal tax-advantaged investment accounts for kids. Some 87 companies, foundations, individuals and states have announced contributions to the accounts. The question is, can they deliver the benefits that are being promoted? Economics… Continue watching
Jul 01 Watch 8:41 As veterinary costs climb, private equity ownership of clinics draws scrutiny By Paul Solman, Mary Fecteau Veterinary care is becoming increasingly expensive for American pet owners. As prices rise, attention is turning to a major shift in the industry: private equity firms and large corporations buying up veterinary practices across the country. Paul Solman has the… Continue watching
Jun 25 Key inflation gauge jumps to 3-year high in latest sign of affordability challenges By Christopher Rugaber, Associated Press The increase was largely driven by more expensive gas, as well as pricier semiconductors and other computer equipment that are in high demand for the AI buildout. Continue reading
Jun 23 WATCH: Trump touts the economy in Pennsylvania, following interim agreement with Iran By Mike Catalini, Seung Min Kim, Associated Press Trump's trip to the Allentown-area business comes as he works to try to put the conflict — and the higher gasoline prices it caused — in the rearview mirror as November midterm elections draw closer. Continue reading
Jun 16 Higher prices for gas, groceries and flights will outlast Iran war, analysts say By Mae Anderson, Associated Press The fighting disrupted not only fuel supplies but also the supply chains for fertilizer, food and even footwear. Continue reading
Jun 11 Watch 6:13 Why SpaceX is rocketing toward largest IPO in stock market history By Geoff Bennett, Karina Cuevas SpaceX, the rocket company founded by Elon Musk, will be going public and is expected to become the largest IPO in stock market history. Geoff Bennett discussed more with Ron Insana. Continue watching