Inflation

The Federal Reserve paused its interest-rate hike campaign on Wednesday for the third time this year despite signs that inflation remains unusually high.

The number of available jobs unexpectedly rose in September to 9.6 million, a worrisome sign for the Federal Reserve in its fight to wrangle inflation.

Hiring by private U.S. companies rose less than forecast in October, evidence that the labor market may be softening in the face of higher interest rates.

Overall, 46% of Americans have not made any financial advances, and 36% said they aren't saving money after two years of living under soaring inflation, a recent BMO Financial survey said.

The Federal Reserve is likely to hold interest rates steady at a 22-year high on Wednesday, even as inflation remains above the central bank's 2% goal.

Child care payments have surged more than 30% since 2019, according to Bank of America, creating a new headwind for millions of families with young kids.

A growing number of middle-class Americans are worried about the state of the economy in the wake of the Federal Reserve's interest-rate hike campaign.

Americans on average will spend nearly $900 on gifts, decorations, food and more this holiday season. Amid high costs, Ramsey Solutions' personal finance experts share wise money tips.

Alliance For Consumers, a nonprofit consumer advocacy group, released an analysis highlighting how the Biden administration's regulatory regime will lead to higher consumer prices.

Interest rates are climbing, driving prices higher for everything from homes to cars to credit cards. With the Federal Reserve on tap to raise rates further, how high can they go?

Investors are preparing for another busy week of earnings, including McDonald's and Apple, as well as ADP's private employer jobs report and the government's jobs data for October.