Social Security sets its COLA increase for 2026 at 2.8%
Social Security's annual cost-of-living adjustment is aimed at helping the program's 75 million beneficiaries keep pace with inflation.
CPI report shows inflation continued to climb in September
Inflation last month rose at an annual rate of 3%, coming in below economists' forecasts as the impact of President Trump's tariffs remain muted.
Here's what economists say to expect from Friday's inflation report
Economists think inflation around the U.S. continued to climb in September, edging farther away from the Fed's 2% annual target.
Americans may get bigger tax refunds next year, economic study finds
New tax cuts in the Republicans' "big, beautiful bill" act are retroactive to 2025, which means many Americans may get bigger refunds in early 2026. Here's why.
90% of Americans plan to skip the No. 1 piece of Social Security advice
Financial pros recommend waiting as long as possible to claim your Social Security benefits. Most Americans say they're ignoring that advice.
Open enrollment may bring sticker shock as health insurance set to surge
With open enrollment starting soon, employees could get sticker shock, with their costs expected to rise 6% to 7% for 2026, a new study says.
On is sued over running shoe's allegedly "loud, embarrassing" squeak
Customers filed a class action lawsuit over the trendy running shoes that allegedly emit squeaky noises with each step.
New Social Security scam features fake U.S. Supreme Court letter
A new scam involves fake letters that appear to be from U.S. Supreme Court Chief Justice John Roberts — but it's a ploy to trick seniors, agency warns.
Bank of America sued over alleged financial ties to Jeffrey Epstein
A new lawsuit alleges Bank of America profited from its dealings with convicted sex offender Jeffrey Epstein.
Americans are living longer, but lack proper planning, study finds
The U.S. population of people over 65 is expected to surge by 40% over the next 25 years, but many aren't prepared for longevity, a new study says.
Government shutdown delays Social Security's cost-of-living announcement
Citing the shutdown, the Social Security Administration postponed its announcement of the annual payment bump beneficiaries will receive in 2026.
Tax extension filings still due on Oct. 15 despite government shutdown
Many IRS workers are furloughed due to the government shutdown, but taxpayers are still required to file their extensions this week.
Stocks rebound after Trump softens tone on China tariffs
Stocks jumped Monday after President Trump said "all will be fine" with China, easing investor fears about his threat to add a new 100% tariff on the country's imports.
Here's what gold crossing $4,000 is telling us about the U.S. economy
A range of factors has driven gold prices to record highs this year — a surge some Wall Street analysts think is likely to continue.
For older Americans, the cost of poverty is 9 years of life, study finds
Low-income older Americans on average die nearly a decade earlier than wealthier people, a new analysis finds.