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In my 30-plus years of experience publishing news and analysis about finances and economic policy, I’ve seen a number of changes to federal retirement programs that affect people’s lives. Each year, new modifications are introduced to Social Security, Medicare, and retirement savings programs such …

The trucking industry has faced economic distress with declining revenues and profits since 2022, which companies have blamed on reduced shipping demand, lower freight rates, and rising costs of labor, fuel, and insurance driven by inflation. Industry experts have called the downturn the Great …

New Zealand’s central bank sees inflation slowing but ready to act if outlook changes

Fed minutes show officials grappling with policy split, impact of AI on economy

Luxury fashion may portray an image of glamor and exclusivity, but not all that glitters is gold. Behind the more than five-figure price tags and highly coveted brand names, the industry has struggled with declining sales and cautious consumer spending amid ongoing economic uncertainty. Founded in …

The beer industry has faced economic distress over the last two years, with overall U.S. beer production and imports down 1% in 2024 and craft brewer volume sales declining 4% in 2024 and about 5% in 2025, according to a Brewers Association report. Domestic beer shipments also declined 5.9% in …

For many taxpayers, IRS refunds are a crucial source of income that can be used to pay down debt or cover major expenses. The refunds serve as a form of forced savings because you pay in all year long and then get a large lump sum back in April…

The Mexican restaurant sector’s economic issues in 2025 have continued into 2026, as dining chains close underperforming locations. Despite certain Mexican chains facing economic issues, the market size of the sector is expected to rise from $76.2 billion in 2025 to $80.2 billion in 2026, according …

UK economy ends 2025 on weak note, ING stays bearish on GBP

The stories are heartbreaking—and there are far too many of them.“I’ve been going through financial issues for years and it’s taking a toll on me,” one person wrote in a Reddit post. “I’m overwhelmed. Unless you have been through it or are going through it, you’ll never understand.”“I’ve …