Money & The Economy
US Lost Jobs In February, Showing Weaker Economy Than Expected
The U.S. economy unexpectedly shed jobs in February, according to Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) data released Friday.Total U.S. nonfarm payroll employment declined by 92,000 in February, the BLS reported. Meanwhile, the…
I Lost Money as a Widow and Ex-spouse by Not Knowing the Rules on Social Security
Dear Rusty: I just found out, as someone who was collecting widow’s benefits on my second husband (a very small amount) for some time, that I was, all along, entitled to divorce benefits from my first husband which are much…
Another California Icon Flees — Public Storage Ditches Golden State For Texas
Another California-founded business is relocating its headquarters out of state, this time to Texas.Public Storage, a real estate investment trust specializing in self-storage facilities, was founded in 1972 in San Diego…
How Trump’s New Fed Chair Pick Will Be Different From Jerome Powell, According To Economists
President Donald Trump’s new pick to lead the Federal Reserve could take the central bank in a direction sharply different from the eight years under outgoing Fed Chair Jerome Powell, according to analysts.Trump announced…
Trump Launching Massive Stockpile To Break China’s Critical Mineral Chokehold
The Trump administration is planning to create a critical mineral stockpile with $12 billion in startup capital, Bloomberg News reported Monday.The plan — called Private Vault — aims to insulate American manufacturers from a…
Am I Entitled to More Social Security as a Veteran?
Dear Rusty: I served in the U.S. Army from July 1964 to July 1967. Am I eligible for a higher Social Security payment? Thank you. Signed: Vietnam Era Army Vet Dear Army Vet: Please accept my sincere thanks for your military…
This Exploding Industry Could Cause Major Disruptions To US Economy, Analysts Warn
America’s ongoing artificial intelligence (AI) boom may be on track to significantly disrupt the job market, according to analysts.The global AI industry is expected to continue rapidly growing over the next few years, with…
Over Three-Quarters Of Voters Say They’re Worse Off Than The Previous Generation, Poll Shows
A majority of voters believe that living a middle-class life is becoming increasingly out of reach, as affordability remains a top concern with midterm elections just months away, according to a New York Times (NYT) poll.The…
Choosing a Debt Relief Company: What to Look For in a Reputable Service
Finding the right partner to help you resolve debt can feel overwhelming, especially when so many companies promise fast results or guaranteed savings. The truth is that choosing a reputable service requires careful…
Why Smart Financial Decisions Matter More in a Fragile Economy
Many people feel like they are doing everything right with their money, yet still feel uneasy about their finances. Bills feel heavier, savings feel harder to grow, and even small financial mistakes seem to linger longer than…
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