'Doom spending' instead of home buying—how young people are spending their money
Amid inflation and climate concerns, younger generations, including Gen Z and millennials, are turning to "doom spending," buying luxuries as they find homeownership increasingly unaffordable.
High inflation is costing Americans an extra $1K a month
Americans are now facing an additional financial burden of $1,069 per month due to high inflation compared to three years ago.
Walmart settlement: Get cash back for weighted groceries & bagged fruit
Walmart has settled a class action lawsuit concerning the pricing of certain weighted groceries and bagged fruit sold in its stores.
Americans are still craving connection post-pandemic. The eclipse is creating that moment for us.
Millions of Americans are eager to socialize and make this eclipse a special moment – which includes splurging on the day, data shows.
Tesla Cybertruck: Exploring the rental experience
Is the future here? If you’ve seen the Tesla Cybertruck you may think that is the case. The highly sought-after vehicle is hard to get your hands on, and the price tag seems to continue to grow.
Why are food prices so high despite inflation falling?
Even if the cost of groceries declines, researchers say it's harder to notice decreasing food prices when the overall cost of living remains steep.
How inflation of 10 items in Houston compares to the rest of the US
The past two years of inflation have hit home for all Americans, but it hasn't hit the same everywhere. In Houston, annual inflation was 3.5% in February, compared to 3.2% nationally.
Three reasons why egg prices are so high ahead of Easter
Egg prices are reaching near-historic highs globally as Easter and Passover approach, reflecting market turbulence driven by disease, high demand, and rising costs for farmers.
Gas prices: What's causing increase in cost to fill-up?
Have you noticed an increase in the price to fill up your gas tank recently? An Houston energy analyst explains how the hike could continue.
Houston ranked among cities where $250K goes the furthest
To find where high earners retain more of their income, SmartAsset adjusted a $250,000 income for federal, state and local taxes, as well as varying costs of living for 72 of the largest U.S. cities.
More people moved to these US counties in 2023 than anywhere else
The U.S. Census Bureau released data on Thursday showing the top 10 counties in the country with the most population growth in 2023.
Metros in Texas that are best for nurses
Nurses made a median salary of $81,220 in 2022, according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics—nearly $35,000 more than the $46,310 median wage among all American workers.
Governor Greg Abbott celebrates Texas' 12th Governor's Cup win
Governor Abbott won Site Selection Magazine’s Governor’s Cup for the 12th consecutive time and 20th overall victory on Friday.
Wendy's to test 'surge-pricing' menu that updates based on demand
Dynamic pricing, similar to Uber, is coming to Wendy's. The chain will invest in new high-tech digital menus to adjust prices depending on restaurant traffic.
Capital One - Discover merger: What we know and how it impacts you
Capital One's acquisition of Discover for $35.3 billion will have a major impact on consumer and financial services once the deal is finalized. Here's what you need to know.
Capital One to purchase Discover Financial for $35 billion
Capital One Financial is buying Discover Financial Services for $35 billion, in a deal that would bring together two of the nation’s biggest lenders and credit card issuers.
Sienna Sauce pulled: Houston teen entrepreneur getting support after Target stores plan to stop selling sauce
Young entrepreneur Tyla-Simone Crayton, founder of Sienna Sauce, faces a setback as Target discontinues their product, prompting a community-wide rally to support and keep the local brand thriving in Houston.
How attacks in the Red Sea are cramping global trade; what it means for retailers
The cost to ship a standard 40-foot container from China to northern Europe has jumped from $1,500 to $4,000, according to the Kiel Institute for the World Economy in Germany.
Bread market expected to skyrocket, make big gains by 2027
A research firm predicts that the global bread market will gain $118.37 billion in value by 2027.
Great wealth transfer is underway in US — to women
A McKinsey & Company study released in 2020 found women are set to control much of the unprecedented $30 trillion in assets held by baby boomers by the end of the decade.