Mortgage rates barely budged this week as more listings flood the market
Mortgage rates didn't change much this week, but more home listings are coming on the market even as buyers are backing off.
Champagne sales down worldwide in 2024, industry executives cite lack of 'cheer'
One executive claims a lack of "cheer" worldwide caused bubbly sales to go flat in the first half of 2024, according to an earnings call this week.
Home goods retailer files for bankruptcy, to close over 70 stores
The company said store closures will span 13 states.
First-time homebuyers are often overwhelmed by unexpected homeownership costs: study
Younger first-time buyers often don't consider additional housing costs such as repairs, improvements and emergencies.
SBA services for businesses impacted by Beryl
The Small Business Administration announced they were opening a Business Recovery Center in Galveston to help businesses, homeowners, renters, and non-profits get access to disaster loans.
US corporate bankruptcy filings surge – here are the business types that led
The number of U.S. corporate bankruptcy filings so far in 2024 is “higher than any comparable figure in the prior 13 years," according to data from S&P Global Market Intelligence.
Texas program could offer assistance to small businesses affected by disaster
Small businesses hit hard by Hurricane Beryl closures could see relief from Texas lawmakers in the form of bridge loans.
Disaster assistance available for businesses
Houston businesses are also among the hundreds of thousands without power after Hurricane Beryl. FOX 26 Business reporter Tom Zizka spoke to the small companies facing challenges.
Consumers find mild relief as June inflation dips by 0.1 percent
Inflation has slowed, thanks to a decrease in the gas index and the energy index.
MOD Pizza announces new owner amid financial woes
The fast-casual pizza chain has new ownership and a plan to improve its business.
Stop & Shop to close 32 underperforming grocery stores; see the list
Regional grocery chain Stop & Shop has announced which "underperforming" store locations will be closing before the end of the year.
Kroger, Albertsons identify nearly 600 stores to be sold in merger: Full list
Kroger and Albertsons have identified 579 U.S. stores that they intend to offload from their combined grocery store count in an effort to merge.
Leasing a car more popular, high-credit consumers choosing to lease more than 30 percent of the time
Car leases are becoming more popular as prices for cars still remains high.
Redbox to shut down after parent company files for bankruptcy: Reports
Redbox's parent company, Chicken Soup for the Soul Entertainment, filed for bankruptcy last month.
More than 1 in 3 US households have financial insecurity, survey says
The number of American households that are feeling the strain when it comes to paying for necessities such as food and bills, saw a 6.7% increase in 2024 compared to the same period in 2022.
Gov. Abbott announces $110M Korean metal manufacturing facility in Temple
Governor Greg Abbott announced a new metal manufacturing facility will be established in Temple, Texas by South Korean company SeAH.
Some vacationers expect to use credit card for more than $5,000 of summer travel
Some Americans plan to pay for vacations this summer with credit cards for points, while others are doing it because they can't afford to travel otherwise, a recent Debt.com survey said.
Big Lots to close up to 40 stores amid "substantial doubt"
Big Lots plans to close up to 40 stores in 2024 due to financial struggles from inflation and decreased consumer spending, raising doubts about its future operations.
Know a Houston business open after Hurricane Beryl? Let us know
Houstonians are in need of food, water, and more after Hurricane Beryl and we're asking to let us know any businesses that are open and ready to help the city out!
Target announces back-to-school and college savings deals
Target has announced several back-to-school deals. Here’s what’s included.