Target quarterly results fall as holiday discounts and dockworker strike hit profits
Target etched out a slim sales increase in the third quarter and profits slumped as inflation-weary customers pulled back on spending and costs related to a dockworker strike in October dragged on results.
DOGE reportedly considers mobile tax-filing app to simplify US tax process
The Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE), led by Elon Musk and Vivek Ramaswamy, may develop a mobile app for filing taxes, aiming to simplify the tax process for Americans.
Trump's Treasury secretary pick: Who are the contenders?
President-elect Trump is reviewing candidates for the Treasury secretary role, with the list of contenders getting broader after Elon Musk offered an endorsement and shook up the race.
Avoiding holiday decor dupes and scams
Be on the look out for holiday decor scams! The Better Business Bureau says you should hold up before buying, because the seller could leave you deflated. FOX 26's Heather Sullivan shares how you can avoid holiday blues.
Social Security Fairness Act: Bill to raise benefits for some passes House
A Social Security-related bill with bipartisan support would expand benefits for workers who are also eligible for other pensions.
Spirit prepares for bankruptcy filing after failed Frontier talks: report
Spirit Airlines is reportedly planning to file for Chapter 11 bankruptcy protection after its latest attempt to merge with Frontier Airlines fell through.
US inflation may have increased in October: Here's what's rising in price, and what's leveling off
A rise in prices could make the Federal Reserve less likely to cut its key interest rate in the coming months. But most economists believe inflation will continue its slowdown.
Medicare premiums increasing in 2025
Medicare’s premium increase for Part B in 2025 outpaces both inflation and the Social Security cost-of-living adjustment (COLA).
How to manage holiday expenses
The holiday season is fast approaching, and it has been another wallet-squeezing year. You may even still be paying off last year's debt. Mark Henry, founder of Alloy Wealth Management, offers some advice.
Federal Reserve cuts its key interest rate by a quarter-point on heels of election
The interest rate cut follows a larger half-point reduction in September, and it reflects the Federal Reserve's continued focus on supporting the job market and battling inflation.
Inflation may be coming down but that doesn't mean prices will, expert explains
Allianz chief economic adviser Mohamed El-Erian warned that even though inflation has cooled significantly, prices consumers face are unlikely to decrease.
How to make your home more resilient
We still have four weeks to go until the end of hurricane season and seven month until next hurricane season. This is a good time to start thinking about how to better prepare your home.
Home repair resources after Hurricane Beryl, derecho
Hurricane Beryl and the May derecho devastated many homes in our area. Many low income households may not have had insurance or have the funds to make repairs, but some programs are stepping up to help.
TGI Fridays files for bankruptcy, COVID-19 pandemic blamed for financial woes
TGI Friday's has filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy protection.
Social Security November payment schedule: Here’s when beneficiaries will get their checks
It's officially November. Here's the Social Security payment schedule for the month, including when SSI beneficiaries will get paid for December ahead of time.
Political scams to avoid for Election Day
The FBI is warning people to watch out for political scams as Election Day. FOX 26 Consumer Reporter Heather Sullivan explains what some of the top scams are and how to avoid them.
Man wins $1M from lottery ticket he bought with money found in parking lot
The winner found $20 in a parking lot outside of a Speedway in North Carolina.
Infant care costs roughly 10% of a family's annual income in nearly all states, study finds
A new study reveals that child care expenses are absorbing a significant portion of family household incomes nationwide.
'90s fitness guru lost multimillion-dollar empire, delivered for Uber Eats in ‘desperation’
Susan Powter's financial downfall after building a fitness empire was due to the mismanagement of her fortune. The '90s fitness guru claimed she delivered for Uber Eats.
BBB warns of jury duty scam
Scammers are still trying to scare people into thinking they missed jury duty.