Federal Reserve slashes key rate by half-point, signals end of inflation battle
The Federal Reserve cut its benchmark interest rate by an unusually large half-point, a dramatic shift after more than two years of high rates helped tame inflation but that also made borrowing painfully expensive for consumers.
The Federal Reserve cut its benchmark interest rate by an unusually large half-point, a dramatic shift after more than two years of high rates helped tame inflation but that also made borrowing painfully expensive for consumers.
Federal reserve expected to cut interest rate
The federal reserve started its September meeting and it's expected to end on Wednesday with its first interest rate cut since the pandemic. FOX 26 Business Reporter Tom Zizka says a cut would provide relief for consumers.
The federal reserve started its September meeting and it's expected to end on Wednesday with its first interest rate cut since the pandemic. FOX 26 Business Reporter Tom Zizka says a cut would provide relief for consumers.
Study finds only 9 cities where childcare is cheaper than rent
Parents are facing the financial challenges of managing high childcare expenses that surpass what they pay for rent in most U.S. cities, according to a new study.
Parents are facing the financial challenges of managing high childcare expenses that surpass what they pay for rent in most U.S. cities, according to a new study.
Time to prepare for holiday travel
With the holiday travel season approaching, it's the perfect time to start planning how to save on your trips. Summer Hall from The Points Guy joins us with expert tips to help you travel smart and budget-friendly
With the holiday travel season approaching, it's the perfect time to start planning how to save on your trips. Summer Hall from The Points Guy joins us with expert tips to help you travel smart and budget-friendly
Hurricane Beryl claims delayed for homeowners
Two months after Hurricane Beryl, many homeowners are still waiting for insurance claims to be processed. Consumer reporter Heather Sullivan investigates a Houston senior's struggle with mold and delayed repairs.
Two months after Hurricane Beryl, many homeowners are still waiting for insurance claims to be processed. Consumer reporter Heather Sullivan investigates a Houston senior's struggle with mold and delayed repairs.
Renting before buying lifestyle becoming popular
The "rent first" mindset is expanding and finance professor Dan Roccato explains why renting has become so popular.
The "rent first" mindset is expanding and finance professor Dan Roccato explains why renting has become so popular.
Rare dime likely worth over $500K could be hiding in your pocket
A rare dime from 1975 that lacks the letter "S" for the San Francisco mint it came from is up for auction and is expected to fetch more than $500,000.
A rare dime from 1975 that lacks the letter "S" for the San Francisco mint it came from is up for auction and is expected to fetch more than $500,000.
Inflation continues to cool, latest numbers show
The prices of gas, groceries and cars are either falling or rising at slower rates than before the pandemic. That’s after peaking at a 40-year high in mid-2022.
The prices of gas, groceries and cars are either falling or rising at slower rates than before the pandemic. That’s after peaking at a 40-year high in mid-2022.
US inflation hits 3-year low as Federal Reserve set to cut interest rates
With the cost of goods and services experiencing a slight decline in August, the Federal Reserve may consider cutting its key interest rate soon.
With the cost of goods and services experiencing a slight decline in August, the Federal Reserve may consider cutting its key interest rate soon.
Cut home insurance costs
As Hurricane Francine hits, homeowners face rising insurance costs. Heather Sullivan shares tips on how to potentially lower your premiums.
As Hurricane Francine hits, homeowners face rising insurance costs. Heather Sullivan shares tips on how to potentially lower your premiums.
Presidential candidates may want to blame or cheer gas prices; Analysts say, 'Not so fast'
Gas prices in Houston have fallen significantly in recent months, driven by increased supply and decreased demand. This trend could potentially impact voter sentiment in the upcoming presidential election.
Gas prices in Houston have fallen significantly in recent months, driven by increased supply and decreased demand. This trend could potentially impact voter sentiment in the upcoming presidential election.
Here's how much the typical American household earned last year
The inflation-adjusted median income of U.S. households rebounded last year to roughly its 2019 level.
The inflation-adjusted median income of U.S. households rebounded last year to roughly its 2019 level.
Company plans to track workers' locations in return-to-office crackdown
One of the world's biggest consulting and accounting firms plans to monitor its employees' locations to ensure compliance with a stricter return-to-office policy set to take effect next year.
One of the world's biggest consulting and accounting firms plans to monitor its employees' locations to ensure compliance with a stricter return-to-office policy set to take effect next year.
How to climb out of debt
Record debt levels are putting a strain on many families. Join Consumer Reporter Heather Sullivan for Money Mondays to learn how to manage and reduce your debt.
Record debt levels are putting a strain on many families. Join Consumer Reporter Heather Sullivan for Money Mondays to learn how to manage and reduce your debt.
Preparing for a hurricane on a budget
With hurricane season at its peak, it's crucial to be prepared, even on a tight budget. Heather Sullivan and John Dawson share essential tips for smart, cost-effective emergency prep.
With hurricane season at its peak, it's crucial to be prepared, even on a tight budget. Heather Sullivan and John Dawson share essential tips for smart, cost-effective emergency prep.
US economy adds 142,000 jobs as unemployment rate falls slightly, Dept. of Labor reports
Hiring in the U.S. grew slightly in August compared to last month as the unemployment rate dipped for the first time in a few months.
Hiring in the U.S. grew slightly in August compared to last month as the unemployment rate dipped for the first time in a few months.
Helpful tips to pay on credit card debt
Americans owe a record $1 trillion in credit card debt and one of the biggest problems is the balance that carries over and grows every month. Finance professor Dan Roccato shares ways to break the cycle.
Americans owe a record $1 trillion in credit card debt and one of the biggest problems is the balance that carries over and grows every month. Finance professor Dan Roccato shares ways to break the cycle.
401K day: Boost your retirement fund
The Friday after Labor Day is 401K Day, a day to remind you to focus on funding your retirement. Financial advisor Richard Rosso joined the Morning Show with some important advice.
The Friday after Labor Day is 401K Day, a day to remind you to focus on funding your retirement. Financial advisor Richard Rosso joined the Morning Show with some important advice.
Women more likely to to face poverty in retirement
Gender equality impacts a woman in her working years and even in retirement. Chris Blakely, a certified financial planner with Savvy Ladies explains why women are more likely to live in poverty in their 'golden years' and tips to avoid the statistic.
Gender equality impacts a woman in her working years and even in retirement. Chris Blakely, a certified financial planner with Savvy Ladies explains why women are more likely to live in poverty in their 'golden years' and tips to avoid the statistic.
Americans turn to sausage as economic pressures persist, survey finds
A new survey reveals that more Americans are opting for sausage over pricier meats.
A new survey reveals that more Americans are opting for sausage over pricier meats.