Mortgage rates took another jump higher last week, taking their toll on current borrowers who might have wanted to refinance.
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The Great Resignation is still on — but workers won't have the upper hand forever
Nearly 4.5 million people quit their jobs last month, and the number of job openings continued to hover near record highs, with nearly twice as many open
Sky-high gas prices are upending Uber, Lyft drivers' quality of life
Uber and Lyft drivers are feeling the impact as gas prices go up. Their livelihood depends on filling the gas tank, and now it’s costing them more at the pump.
Dairy Queen launches Stackburger line as chain sees record sales in 2021
Dairy Queen is expanding its burger offerings as the fast-food chain looks beyond Blizzards and other desserts.
How does inflation affect your spending decisions?
As the inflation rate climbs, people are more likely to stockpile goods and let emotions drive financial decisions, which can drive up prices even more
Doctor fired from ER warns about effect of for-profit firms on U.S. health care
Two-fifths of U.S. emergency departments are run by for-profit firms owned by private equity. Some doctors say a tight focus on profits can hurt health care.
Some Starbucks workers forgo paychecks to access IVF treatments
Leah Russell felt a surge of hope when she spotted Starbucks on a list of employers that offer fertility benefits in the summer of 2019.
Southwest Airlines launches a new, second-cheapest fare
Southwest Airlines on Thursday unveiled its new fare class: a second-cheapest option it hopes will reel in customers willing to pay up for more flexibility.
Restaurants keep all-you-can-eat items on the menu as costs rise
Olive Garden holds onto unlimited breadsticks, salad and soup. All-you-can-eat buffets slowly return.
Automakers look to cash in on software updates delivered remotely
Automakers expect to make billions off performance enhancements, and infotainment upgrades delivered remotely. Recalls and electronic glitches can be fixed without a trip to the dealer