Economy

How do I get out of debt right now?

liberal

How do I get out of debt right now?

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5 months ago

economy

Why is the US so expensive? Everything comes in a ‘premium’ version, from doctors’ appointments to movies

liberal

Why is the US so expensive? Everything comes in a ‘premium’ version, from doctors’ appointments to movies

Want a good view of the cinema screen? You’ll need to sign up to the VIP scheme. A quick chat with your doctor? An extra $50,000 will let you jump the queue

5 months ago

economy

Texas residents feel homes shake miles away from oil refinery explosion

liberal

Texas residents feel homes shake miles away from oil refinery explosion

Images and videos online showed large plume of smoke and flames billowing out from refinery, but no one was injured

5 months ago

economy

Polymarket buckles down on insider trading after scrutiny over suspiciously timed bets

liberal

Polymarket buckles down on insider trading after scrutiny over suspiciously timed bets

Updated on: March 24, 2026 / 9:13 AM EDT / CBS News

5 months ago

economy

What are today's mortgage interest rates: March 24, 2026?

liberal

What are today's mortgage interest rates: March 24, 2026?

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5 months ago

economy

Stagflation alarm bells ring in the euro zone as energy crunch hits the global economy

liberal

Stagflation alarm bells ring in the euro zone as energy crunch hits the global economy

Economists warn stagflation — high inflation and stalling growth — is facing the region because of the Iran war.

5 months ago

economy

Estée Lauder in talks on merger with Jean Paul Gaultier owner Puig

liberal

Estée Lauder in talks on merger with Jean Paul Gaultier owner Puig

Combination of US and Spanish companies would create $40bn fashion and beauty group

5 months ago

economy

‘I’d smoke Biscoff if I could’: how a little Belgian biscuit became a social media sensation

liberal

‘I’d smoke Biscoff if I could’: how a little Belgian biscuit became a social media sensation

Biscoff-based recipes are breaking the internet – everything from cheesecakes and milkshakes to prawn dishes and salads. A few traditionalists are even enjoying the biscuits on their own. What’s behind this sweet success story?

5 months ago

economy

Comparing the US and Germany proves the US's wiser energy policy

conservative

Comparing the US and Germany proves the US's wiser energy policy

President Donald Trump’s pivot away from the green energy agenda of former President Joe Biden toward a renewed embrace of oil, natural gas, and coal is strengthening the United States. Energy abundance makes America stronger, both economically and politically.

5 months ago

economy

2-year Treasury yield surges after poor U.S. bond auction

liberal

2-year Treasury yield surges after poor U.S. bond auction

The 10-year Treasury yield also rose on Tuesday as renewed volatility in oil markets and continued attacks in the Middle East kept investors on edge.

5 months ago

economy

Puig stock soars 13% after Estée Lauder confirms takeover talks with Charlotte Tilbury maker

liberal

Puig stock soars 13% after Estée Lauder confirms takeover talks with Charlotte Tilbury maker

Shares of Puig Brands closed 13.4% higher Tuesday after beauty peer Estée Lauder confirmed it is in talks about merging the two companies.

5 months ago

economy

European stocks close higher as Iran war uncertainty lingers

liberal

European stocks close higher as Iran war uncertainty lingers

Shares listed in Europe finished higher on Tuesday, as investors continue to monitor developments in the Middle East.

5 months ago

economy