Senators push bill to ban TikTok, block foreign tech amid security concerns
Sens. Mark Warner and John Thune will offer a bill to ban TikTok and foreign-owned tech that poses a national security threat, Warner said on "Fox News Sunday with Shannon Bream."
Apple investor day, Powell testimony, jobs report top week ahead
Retail earnings, jobs data, Disney CEO Bob Iger speaking and Apple's investor day lead a busy week ahead for investors.
Housing affordability at record low, report says
There were around half as many affordable homes for sale in 2022 as the previous year and approximately one in five homes for sale were affordable for the typical household.
Bitcoin hits two week low, Silvergate unravels
Bitcoin’s price on Friday at one point marked a two-week low for the cryptocurrency, with it later selling at roughly $22,300 in the afternoon.
The number of ATMs has declined as people rely less on cash
ATMs are disappearing due to rising crime and an increase in digital transactions. Banks are forced to close ATMs at night in major cities like New York.
Life insurers boosted premiums, now they are paying refunds
Approximately 43,000 refund checks totaling $69 million were issued in recent weeks to Voya Financial policyholders as insurers hope to avoid costly lawsuits.
FTX fallout hits Silvergate, bitcoin
Silvergate has delayed its annual report with the Securities and Exchange Commission after reporting a $1 billion loss for fourth quarter and is now concerned about ability to operate.
Is it better to pay off debt or save?
Whether it’s better to pay off debt or save depends on your unique financial situation and goals. Learn how to decide which one to prioritize.
Car debt piles up as more Americans struggle to make payments
Car repossessions are on the rise as more consumers fall behind on their payments amid an inflation crisis that has squeezed millions of U.S. households.
Today's 30-year mortgage rates climb to 7% | March 3, 2023
Check out the mortgage rates for March 3, 2023, which are up from yesterday.
Mortgage rates rise, may reverse a recovering housing market: Freddie Mac
Mortgage rates increased once again this week after rates in the beginning of the year raised optimism for a recovering housing market. But you can still find the right deal by shopping around.
America's low labor participation rate 'a social and economic disaster,' experts warn
Millions of able-bodied Americans who ducked out of the workforce during the pandemic are refusing to return, leading economists to sound the alarm over what it means.
Education industry at highest risk for layoffs over next 6 months: survey
Inaugural CFO survey conducted by Coupa, a cloud based spend management platform, found education sector was most susceptible to layoffs in 2023 in the event of recession.
Slimmed-down crypto legislation coming in April: senators Lummis, Gillibrand
Senators Lummis and Gillibrand expect to a “slimmed-down” but “stronger” version of their prior cryptocurrency legislation to the Senate some time in April.
Ford seeks to patent technology to lock out drivers who are late on car payments
A newly published patent application from Ford has revealed that the automaker wants to be able to lock drivers out of their vehicles for nonpayment and even allow the vehicle to repossess itself.
LIV Golf fight stirs up questions about Saudi ownership of Newcastle United
In the UK the Saudi Public Investment Fund promised that it was not state controlled, but in American court the Fund has said the opposite, raising questions of its legitamacy.
Washington offering drug offenders priority status for 'social equity' licenses to sell weed
The Washington State Liquor and Cannabis Board is offering available retail licenses to sell marijuana, prioritizing former offenders in the name of "social equity."
New York prepared to issue 300 legal pot dispensary licenses
New York will double the number of licenses issued to marijuana dispensaries in its first round of applications, though both legal and illegal sales are flourishing statewide.
Inflation gives Kroger's private brands a boost
U.S. grocer Kroger reported upbeat earnings and an optimistic 2023 outlook on Thursday after raising prices due to inflation, surprising Wall Street analysts.
Can you get a home equity loan with bad credit — and should you?
Even with bad credit, a home equity loan could help consolidate high-interest debts, make home improvements or fund another big-ticket item. But there are pros and cons to consider.



















