U.S. Economy

A growing number of older Americans are losing faith in the long-term reliability of Social Security benefits, according to a new poll released this week. The survey data points to a significant shift in public ... more

Unemployment in the United States remains relatively steady, but new data from WalletHub reveals that claims are decreasing in the majority of states. As of April 28, 2025, initial unemployment claims dropped by 5.4% week-over-week, ... more

U.S. Treasury yields were steady Thursday despite mixed economic signals that raised concerns about growth and inflation ahead of Friday’s highly anticipated jobs report. The benchmark 10-year Treasury note yield edged up by more than ... more

The U.S. economy contracted for the first time in three years, with gross domestic product (GDP) falling 0.3% in the first quarter of 2025. The decline—driven by a surge in imports and a drop in ... more

The U.S. economy is flashing warning signs, and recession fears are rising fast. In the first quarter of 2025, America’s gross domestic product fell 0.3%—the first contraction in three years. The drop comes amid sweeping ... more

Many Americans are unknowingly giving up up to $180,000 in Social Security benefits over their lifetime—often because they claim retirement benefits too early without a long-term plan. According to Lynn, a retirement planner and content ... more

Millions of Americans depend on Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI) to manage daily expenses. However, the Social Security Administration (SSA) can suspend benefits if a recipient fails to meet eligibility requirements. Recent letters sent to ... more

As federal relief fades, two states—Alaska and California—are stepping in with their own stimulus payments in 2025. Eligible residents could still receive direct checks before the end of the year, depending on their location and ... more

The Supplemental Security Income (SSI) program offers critical financial support to millions of Americans. However, Social Security can suspend or stop payments if certain eligibility rules are violated. Understanding the most common causes for losing ... more

In May 2025, millions of Americans receiving Supplemental Security Income (SSI) will get two payments instead of one. This rare occurrence results in up to $2,900 in benefits for eligible couples and $1,934 for individuals ... more

President Donald Trump personally called Jeff Bezos on Tuesday morning after learning Amazon considered showing U.S. tariff costs directly on some product listings, sparking a sharp political standoff over the visibility of rising import prices ... more

As Americans see higher inflation rates, pay more for gas, and buy less groceries for the same amount, they're wondering if the economy is headed for a crash or recession. Often times when a recession ... more