U.S. Gas Prices Rise to $4.55 per Gallon After Iran Conflict Begins
U.S. gas prices have surged above $4.50 per gallon, significantly affecting consumer spending amid ongoing geopolitical tensions with Iran
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U.S. Employers Added 115,000 Jobs in April, Surpassing Predictions
The U.S. labor market showed stronger-than-expected job growth in April with 115,000 jobs added, driven by health care and transportation sectors
U.S. Trade Court Rules Trump’s 10% Global Tariff Unlawful
A federal court found President Trump’s 10% global tariff unlawful, limiting the administration’s ability to impose import tariffs and prompting potential refund claims by…
FTC Chair Warns Mortgage Connect Over Noncompete Agreements
FTC Chairman Andrew Ferguson urges Mortgage Connect to review and possibly discontinue noncompete clauses after concerns surfaced in a lawsuit over restrictive employment contracts
ABC Challenges FCC Over Free Speech in “The View” Scrutiny
ABC has filed a petition accusing the FCC of violating its First Amendment rights by questioning whether "The View" is a bona fide news…
Bank of America Sees Fed Holding Rates Until Late 2027
Bank of America economists predict the Federal Reserve will delay interest rate cuts until the second half of 2027 amid persistent inflation and strong…
Trump’s Drug Pricing Initiatives Yield Mixed Results for Consumers
While some drug prices fell under Trump's efforts, many brand-name drug costs rose sharply in 2025 and early 2026
AI Drives Over a Quarter of April’s U.S. Job Cuts, Report Shows
Artificial intelligence accounted for 26% of April layoffs as companies shift spending, contributing to a 38% rise in overall job cuts
AI Offers Starting Point but Falls Short for Retirement Planning
While some Americans use AI tools to assess retirement savings, experts warn these programs struggle with complex financial realities and may deliver flawed advice
U.S. Trade Court Rules Trump’s 10% Tariffs Unlawful
A U.S. trade court ruled against tariffs imposed by former President Trump, siding with states and businesses who challenged their legality under trade laws