U.S. Economy

US vacationers are pulling back

The heads of some of the biggest global travel brands including Hilton and Airbnb have hinted that the U.S. consumer is pulling back on leisure travel.

US homebuyers sacrifice safety for affordability

A number of potential homeowners, especially younger generations, are facing a tough choice. Some of them are choosing affordability over their physical safety when looking for a home.

California fast-food workers demanding more pay

Fast-food workers in California are fighting for another wage increase just a few months after the state implemented a controversial law to boost minimum wages from $16 to $20.

Southwest ending its open seating policy

Southwest Airlines is getting rid of its open seating model for the first time in its history as it tries to boost profits. It did not specify when the changes would take effect.