Western allies aim to agree on Russian oil price cap Wednesday
The price cap on Russian oil is set to begin in early December. Will replace a plan to completely ban the financing and insurance of Russian oil shipments
Average Texas gas prices fall below $3 for the first time since January, cheapest in country
The Texas gas price average fell below $3 for the first time since mid-January, according to AAA Texas gas price data.
OPEC+ eyes output increase ahead of restrictions on Russian oil
Another factor driving discussion around raising output: Two big OPEC members, Iraq and the United Arab Emirates, want to pump more oil, OPEC delegates said.
Energy group issues roadmap for House Republicans to boost US energy security
A top energy industry group issued a report for House Republicans to use as a roadmap for energy policy when they take control of the House next year.
Economic index flashes major recession warning sign
The Conference Board's Leading Economic Indicators index fell for the eighth consecutive month, signaling that a recession is looming on the horizon in the U.S.
Mortgage rates tumble to 6.61%
The 30-year fixed rate mortgage declined to 6.61%, the most since 1981, after nearly 10 weeks of increases.
Economy forcing majority of Americans to delay financial milestones
A majority of Americans are pushing off financial milestones such as getting married, furthering their education or having children because of the current state of the economy.
UK inflation accelerates to 41-year high of 11.1%
Red-hot inflation has begun to peak in the United States, but Jeremy Hunt and the Bank of England face the United Kingdom's highest inflation since 1981.
Diesel hits record premium over gas, oil
Diesel used in trucks, in homes, and to fuel powerplants has skyrocketed in price as the Jones Act, the pandemic, and Russia's War in Ukraine all disrupt supply.
Retail sales rise faster than expected in October, despite painfully high inflation
The Commerce Department released new retail data on Wednesday, revealing how consumers have responded to rapid and stubbornly high inflation in October.
Christmas shoppers plan to buy real trees despite higher costs
Even with inflation, which rose 7.7% in October from a year earlier, an increasing number of Americans who plan to celebrate Christmas plan to buy a real Christmas tree.
Nearly 48K University of California academic workers go on strike
Nearly 48,000 unionized academic workers at University of California campuses went on strike Monday, calling for pay increases and various additional benefits.
Airbnb’s strategy for weathering high inflation, economic headwinds
Airbnb co-founder Nate Blecharczyk expressed confidence in the home-share platform despite economic headwinds like high inflation squeezing household budgets.
Americans see higher inflation ahead: NY Fed
Consumers are growing more pessimistic as inflation expectations tracked by the Federal Reserve Bank of New York increased across all horizons, while unemployment expectations deteriorated.
Inflation slowdown? Not in some cities, where consumer prices still top 12%
Inflation moderated slightly in October, but certain parts of the country continued to see consumer price rates above 10%, according to the Labor Department.
Biden says his economic plan 'is showing results,' vows to fight inflation: 'We're on the right track'
President Biden touted his administration's policies and approach to lifting the economy. He said Americans are 'seeing results' and that he would continue to combat inflation.
Mortgage rates climb back above 7%
Mortgage rates have seen record high's over the last 10 weeks, climbing to and the hovering around 7%. This week they climbed up to 7.08% doubling last year.
DeSantis and Kemp won big on pocketbook issues
Republican Govs. Ron DeSantis of Florida and Brian Kemp of Georgia both won re-election, receiving major support among voters concerned about inflation.
Republicans likely take House, Senate undecided: What midterm election means for you
Here's where the midterm election results stand, and what it means for the future economy.
Refiner Phillips 66 to boost investor returns by up to $12B
Phillips' investor-return plan comes at a time President Biden has demanded that energy companies invest their profit into boosting production before considering shareholder returns.



















