The economy grew strongly last year, but hiring stagnated. It's making the gap between the rich and everyone else worse.

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The US added very few jobs in 2025.

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What to do after a layoff, from dealing with your 401(k) and health insurance to negotiating severance

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Layoffs are generally stressful, yet taking certain steps can help you regain a sense of control.

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You could burn through $50,000 covering an unemployment stint in today's market

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Joanelle Cobos (left) and Clair Todd (right) prepared financially for layoffs but faced a challenging job market.

Joanelle Cobos (left), Clair Todd (right)

We compared Costco and Sam's Club prices on store brand products to see which is the better deal

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Sam's Club and Costco

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Revenge of the English majors: The age of AI is driving new respect for humanities skills

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English majors might be finally having a moment.

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Trump now says he will raise 'worldwide' tariff from 10% to 15%

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The House rejected a spending package that would end the partial government shutdown, despite pressure from President Donald Trump.

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I'm 39 but just started contributing to a 401(k) account. I have what I call 'retirement planning paralysis.'

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The author has always struggled to plan for retirement.

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Here's who could benefit from the Supreme Court's decision on Trump's IEEPA tariffs and who could lose out

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FEBRUARY 20: U.S. President Donald Trump speaks during a press briefing at the White House on February 20, 2026 in Washington, DC. The U.S.

An American family spent $1,330 on a full day of luxury medical care in Turkey. Now they want to leave the US for good.

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Cara West and her family saved money through medical tourism.

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I'm a small-business owner who paid thousands in tariffs over the last year. Now I have more questions than answers.

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Marc Bowker said the Trump administration has caused more uncertainty than he's ever experienced in his 23 years as a small business owner.

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