The demand for skilled trade workers such as electricians, carpenters, and mechanics is expected to accelerate in the next decade and Carhartt, which has long been a staple for those doing these jobs, is seeing changes in the retail landscape. NBC News’ Christine Romans spoke with Carhartt CEO Linda Hubbard about what the company is seeing as affordability remains top of mind for Americans.

Stocks fell as yields rose and investors bet that corporate borrowing would get more expensive.

The sandwich generation is that expensive time when you’re raising kids and helping out aging parents. NBC’s Christine Romans joins TODAY with tips to navigate that financial situation and resources that can help.

With fuel prices sky-high, experts say Americans could face the highest costs in a decade. NBC’s Vicky Nguyen joins TODAY with strategies to plan your holiday travel whether you’re flying or driving. She shares the cheapest days to fly, how to get relief at the pump, methods to compare costs, and more.

The Arizona Democrat told NBC News he’s “absolutely thinking about” running for president. He’s pitching a New Deal-style jobs program funded by data center and AI taxes.

“We do not expect most reputable diesel retailers and fuel marketers to do this,” said several industry groups. “There’s limited upside.”

The deal blends two historic film studios, two streaming platforms and two news organizations.

The company said it doesn’t add sugar to the drinks and that it uses sugar-free syrup for flavoring.

Paramount Skydance completed its $110 billion ​takeover of Warner Bros., creating a Hollywood heavyweight called Skydance and handing CEO David ‌Ellison control. NBC News’ Brian Cheung reports on the details of the merger.

The S&P 500 hit a record high, supported by rising technology stocks, declining oil prices and hopes for a positive earnings season.