Economy

2023 Inflation
Next year will be a tough one in which to fight inflation because the fight will be on so many fronts.
Douglas A. McIntyre
11 hours ago

The 2023 Recession
A recession, despite debate about whether it will appear at all, has begun and will deepen as 2023 starts. It will last the year and may affect the economy into 2024. Some trends that signal economic...
Douglas A. McIntyre
1 day ago

Only 21 Shopping Days Until Christmas
December started this week. Retailers have less than a month to post sales results that will be the most important in years. Shopper activity will be affected by inflation and a slowing economy,...
Douglas A. McIntyre
2 days ago

Black Unemployment 80% Higher Than White
The Bureau of Labor Statistics released its Employment Situation Summary for November. The unemployment rate nationwide was 3.7%, the same as in October. The economy added 263,000 jobs which was more...
Douglas A. McIntyre
2 days ago
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You've Less Than a Month to Claim Bonus Tax Rebate From Pennsylvania
Those who haven’t yet applied need to hurry up as the last date to apply for the bonus tax rebate from Pennsylvania is approaching fast.
Aman Jain
2 days ago

Will Social Security Be Solvent in 2035?
Can the Social Security Administration continue payments it is obligated to make for Old-Age and Survivors Insurance and the Disability Insurance Trust Fund?
Douglas A. McIntyre
3 days ago

$1,000 Stimulus Checks From Minnesota Very Possible Now
Minnesotans could soon get a new stimulus check, thanks to the election results last month.
Aman Jain
3 days ago

Missed the Deadline to Claim Stimulus Check or Child Tax Credit? Here’s What You Can Do Now.
Missed the November 17 deadline to claim a missing coronavirus stimulus check or the extended child tax credit? Don’t worry, you can still claim them.
Aman Jain
4 days ago

Europe's Inflation Is on Fire
Inflation in the United States is not nearly over and will look like Europe’s inflation soon.
Douglas A. McIntyre
5 days ago

$1,500 Bonus Check for Teachers Arriving Next Month
Some teachers in Arkansas could soon get a one-time bonus check of $1,500.
Aman Jain
5 days ago

$300 Direct Tax Rebate From Delaware: Deadline to Apply Is Just a Week Away
Eligible residents have until the end of the month to submit their application for the direct tax rebate from Delaware.
Aman Jain
6 days ago

Deadline to Claim Rebate Payments From These 2 States Is Just Days Away
The COVID-19 pandemic may be over, but some states are still continuing to send monetary help to those in need.
Aman Jain
6 days ago

Bed Bath & Beyond Ruin Deepens
According to The Wall Street Journal, Bed Bath & Beyond has an inventory problem. Many of its shelves are empty when they most need to be full. Strong holiday sales may be the only event that...
Douglas A. McIntyre
11 days ago

$500 Cash Assistance Program From Chicago: Who Will Get It And How To Apply
More than 4,000 Chicagoans are eligible for $500 in cash assistance. Here's how to find out if you are one of them and what you have to do to claim the cash.
Aman Jain
11 days ago

Couple Budgeting – A Quarter of Americans Have Broken up Over Finances
New relationships can quickly sink under the strain of money trouble. Here are some pitfalls and how to avoid them.
Liam Gibson
13 days ago