CBS News price tracker reveals ongoing rise in food, utility, and housing costs
CBS News is tracking significant price increases in essential household expenses, including food, gas, utilities, and rent, highlighting ongoing cost-of-living pressures
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Average Cost to Raise a Child in the U.S. Surpasses $300,000 in 2026
A new LendingTree study finds that raising a child from birth to 18 now costs over $300,000, with significant variation by state and financial…
Pershing Square launches $64 billion bid to take over Universal Music Group
Activist hedge fund Pershing Square offers a cash-and-shares deal valuing Universal Music Group 78% above market price to merge and list on the NYSE
Tax Deadline Nears as Financial Literacy Remains Low Among Americans
With the tax filing deadline approaching, many Americans face challenges due to low financial literacy, prompting experts to share practical tips for taxpayers
Oil Prices Rise and Stocks Fall Ahead of Trump’s Deadline for Iran
Oil prices increased and U.S. stock indexes declined as President Trump set an 8 p.m. deadline for Iran to reopen the Strait of Hormuz,…
Delta Increases Checked Bag Fees by Up to $50 Amid Rising Jet Fuel Costs
Delta Air Lines raises checked bag fees for domestic and short-haul flights as jet fuel prices surge due to ongoing geopolitical tensions
Upper Middle Class Now Largest Income Group in the U.S., Study Finds
Research shows 31% of U.S. households belong to the upper middle class, reflecting significant income growth and economic shifts since 1979
Flight prices rise sharply as conflict with Iran drives up jet fuel costs
Airlines worldwide are increasing ticket prices due to soaring jet fuel prices linked to tensions and conflict involving Iran
U.S. Car Prices Climb Sharply Alongside Rising Gasoline Costs
Along with gasoline prices reaching $4.10 per gallon amid Middle East tensions, U.S. car prices have surged, intensifying affordability concerns for consumers
Iran War Pushes Up U.S. Gas Prices, Shipping Fees, and Mortgage Rates
Rising oil prices from the Iran conflict are increasing costs for fuel, shipping, and home loans, adding financial strain on American households