The Tariff Time Bomb: Why Trump's Trade War Pain May Peak in 2026
Economists warn that the full impact of Trump's tariffs has been delayed but could hit in 2026. From $1,400 per household costs to potential layoffs, here's what to expect.
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New Year, New Money Goals: Why Paying Off Debt Tops Americans' Financial Resolutions for 2026
A new survey reveals paying off debt is the top financial resolution for 2026, with 25% of Americans prioritizing it. Here's what the data reveals about economic anxiety.
Tariffs Are Already Costing American Jobs as Companies Prepare for 2026 Cuts
President Trump's tariffs were designed to bring jobs back to America. But executives and economists warn the opposite is happening as companies prepare workforce reductions.
FSA Deadline Alert: Americans Risk Forfeiting $1.5 Billion in Unused Health Funds at Midnight
Today is the final day to spend 2025 FSA funds for most Americans. With 50% of account holders forfeiting an average of $463 annually, here's what you need to know before midnight.
Holiday Retail Sales Cross $1 Trillion for the First Time as Electronics and E-Commerce Drive Growth
US holiday retail spending surpassed $1 trillion for the first time in 2025, with e-commerce up 7.8% and electronics leading category growth at 5.8%.
Consumer Spending Signals 2026 Pullback: The K-Shape Divide Widens
Global consumers signal a 60% swing toward lower planned spending in 2026, with Americans prioritizing saving over discretionary purchases amid growing economic divide.
Social Security's 2.8% COLA for 2026: Why Your Actual Raise Will Be Smaller Than You Think
The 2.8% Social Security cost-of-living adjustment for 2026 sounds generous, but Medicare Part B premium increases will eat into those gains for most retirees.
American Financial Pessimism Hits Highest Level Since 2018, Bankrate Survey Finds
Nearly one-third of Americans expect their finances to worsen in 2026, the highest level of pessimism in seven years, as inflation fatigue and political uncertainty weigh on household outlooks.
2026 Will Be the Year of the Used Car: What Buyers Need to Know
After years of tight supply and elevated prices, a wave of lease returns is poised to reshape the used car market. Here's what it means for your next vehicle purchase.
Holiday Spending Rose 4.2%: AI-Powered Shopping and Electronics Lead 2025's Retail Season
Visa and Mastercard report holiday retail sales climbed 4.2% year-over-year, with electronics surging nearly 6% as half of consumers used AI tools to shop.
The Consumer Confidence Paradox: Why Americans Keep Spending Despite Growing Economic Anxiety
Consumer confidence has fallen for five straight months to its lowest level in five years, yet holiday spending rose 4.2%. Here's what's really happening in the American economy.
Trump's Tariffs: What the 18% Import Tax Means for Your Wallet in 2026
Trump's tariffs have raised the average effective rate to 15.8% - the highest since the Great Depression. Here's how the $1,400 annual household burden affects your spending.