Canadians are turning to 'Made in Canada' goods, and complaints about mislabelling are surging
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Most Americans say Trump isn't focused enough on lowering prices, survey finds
In a new CBS News/YouGov survey, 64% of respondents said Trump wasn't placing enough attention on lowering the cost of goods.
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Americans haven't been this freaked out about their jobs since the Great Recession
People are worried about their jobs and the impending threat of layoffs. That's bad news for consumer spending and the US economy.
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The history of universal basic income: The concept of UBI has been debated for centuries
From Founding Fathers to modern tech leaders, the idea of universal basic income has a long history. In fact, UBI has been debated for centuries.
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A woman who retired at 50 found it overrated, so she returned to work full-time running a cat grooming business
Susan Cesarini retired at 50 but unretired during the pandemic after losing her sense of purpose, opening a cat grooming business.
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Meet the movie theater superfans sick of inflation and making the most of a $20 subscription
AMC A-list is just one of many movie theater subscriptions fans are using to save money while seeing as many films as possible.
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Black Americans describe how being a federal worker was their path to the middle class — and the heartbreak of losing it
Trump and DOGE's job cuts and DEI scrutiny have threatened a pathway to the American Dream for these Black federal workers.
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I visited Social Security offices to see if there was any DOGE-fueled confusion
I visited 3 NYC Social Security offices and called the 1-800 number to see what it's like to seek customer service after Trump's cuts to the agency.
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Trump's auto tariffs are likely to hit an emerging Asian auto hub, showing there are risks for investors everywhere
In Thailand — a key auto hub — exports will be affected by the tariffs, said Finance Minister Pichai Chunhavajira.
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Europe says 'emerging threats' mean people should stockpile enough supplies for 72 hours. Here's what experts suggest.
The European Union is advising people to stockpile 72 hours' worth of emergency supplies due to "emerging threats." BI asked experts what they suggest.
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Check out how women have blown past men on 3 measures of entrepreneurship
Digital platforms have helped women start businesses. But growth for Black women is anticipated to slow down with cuts to DEI programs.
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Trump declared April 2 'Liberation Day.' Here are all the tariffs he's threatening to impose.
Trump said he would impose new trade plans on "Liberation Day" on April 2. Here's everything we know, including a possible raft of reciprocal tariffs.
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A millennial making $280,000 secretly working 2 remote jobs says it's important to get in a rhythm: 'Burnout is real'
Two jobs help this millennial support his partner, contribute to his parents' mortgage, and assist his niece and nephew with their college tuition.
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Florida may abolish property taxes. Here's what they are in every state.
Homeowners facing ballooning property taxes aren't pleased. But the revenue is crucial for schools and other local government services.
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Here's what Elon Musk, the UAW and industry figures are saying about Trump's auto tariffs
Elon Musk said President Donald Trump's tariffs would have a "significant" impact on Tesla, while the UAW said it would help end the "race to the bottom."
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Trump escalates his trade war with new tariffs
Trump announced plans to impose sweeping 25% tariffs on cars from overseas, and markets aren't happy.
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Copper is worth way more in New York than in London — just like gold
President Donald Trump's tariff threats have sparked copper stockpiling in the US, widening a price divide between New York and London.
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A millennial couple who used IVF explain how they navigated the $18,000 bill and skepticism from family
Barrett and Shiraine McLeod told BI about their experience with IVF, how they covered the cost, and tips on navigating insurance.
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Stagflation fears are rising. Here's why one firm says it's an unlikely outcome for the economy.
"Energy price shocks tend to drive upside inflation shocks and right now, we don't have anything close to that," Sonu Varghese said.
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Student-loan borrowers can once again apply for affordable repayment plans after Trump took down online access
The Education Department said that while income-driven repayment applications were available, student-loan servicers wouldn't process them yet.
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9 weird recession indicators, from lipstick to snacks
Less formal indicators of a recession, from lipstick sales to diaper rashes, have persisted over decades even if their accuracy is dubious.
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Why an 89-year-old who retired just 2 years ago wishes he was still working
Richard Maas, 89, worked with cars for five decades and ran a company into his 80s. After retiring two years ago, he wants to return to work.
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Ray Dalio says he had a 'frank' discussion with the GOP about US debt and the 'mechanics behind how countries go broke'
Dalio said he had a "frank apolitical discussion" about the national debt with House Budget Chair Jodey Arrington and other Republicans
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Seniors are flooding AARP with concerns about their Social Security retirement benefits
As Trump's budget cuts hit the Social Security Administration, older Americans are reaching out to AARP to ask about their retirement benefits.
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Consumer sentiment is plunging. Wall Street sees a tired US shopper as a major risk to stocks.
The Conference Board's Consumer Confidence index hits its lowest level in four years this month. Forecasters see weaker spending hurting earnings this year.
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Social Security Administration commissioner nominee says he's 'never thought' about privatizing the agency
Democrats during a Senate hearing questioned Frank Bisignano about what they said are haphazard cost-cutting efforts by the White House DOGE office.
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An oil pumping station in Russia burned for a week after a drone strike. The company says it's affected shareholders.
A Russian oil pumping station burned for a week after a drone strike. CPC said oil transfer is halted, impacting its international shareholders.
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How tailored support and ambition are helping ethnic minority-led businesses export globally
A recent event hosted experts and entrepreneurs to discuss export financing support for ethnic minority-led businesses.
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Recession signs are flashing in 44 states as tariff risks and DOGE cuts threaten growth
Economist David Rosenberg told BI that "recession pressures are broadening," with unemployment up significantly in all but six states.
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Trump wants Ukraine's rare earth elements. Experts say he's overlooking a major issue.
With a US-Ukraine critical minerals deal on the horizon, rare earths experts are questioning how viable it actually is.
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$6 meals and food bank hauls: ALICEs on TikTok share their best tips for affording groceries
Parents told BI how they afford food for their families — through a combination of food bank hauls, cheap grocery trips, and government assistance.
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That $20 burrito you order from DoorDash could now cost you $70
Doordash and Klarna are partnering so you can pay for your burrito in installments. Take a beat before you click yes on the option.
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Why homebuyers are gaining a bittersweet edge right now
Homebuyers could gain more power in the housing market as sellers get fewer offers.
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Social Security is telling its staff that customer service is about to get a lot worse
Some beneficiaries will now have to confirm their identities in-person to claim Social Security. SSA staff say it's bad news for low-income Americans.
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Teachers sue Trump: Prepare for 'enormous harm' if the Education Department is eliminated
Teachers, professors, advocates, and unions said that student-loan borrowers and America's schools are at risk with Trump's education plans.
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What student-loan borrowers should know about Trump's plans to dismantle the Education Department
Trump said student loans will be transferred to the Small Business Administration as part of his plan to eliminate the Department of Education.
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Mike Myers tells Canadians to keep their 'elbows up' against Trump
Mike Myers joined Prime Minister Mark Carney in an ad that appeared to mock Trump's comments about making Canada the US' 51st state.
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National Park Service worker fired by DOGE says he felt 'frozen' until he was finally told he'd be rehired
A federal worker spent weeks in limbo after being fired amid DOGE's federal worker reduction effort. He's finally been rehired.
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China just told execs from Apple, Citadel, and Qualcomm that Beijing is still down to do business even with 'unexpected shocks' to trade
China's Premier Li Qiang said with rising "instability and uncertainty," it was important for countries to open their markets more.
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I took a helicopter to the airport in 9 minutes. I may never take an Uber again.
Forget black limos. The wealthy are commuting to work by helicopter. Meanwhile, noise complaints have jumped 678%.
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China's economy may finally be turning a corner — just in time for its next big challenge
January and February data out of China hae beat expectations and real GDP growth is tracking slightly over 5%, according to Goldman Sachs.
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Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney says Trump won't 'break' Canada, blasts 'unjustified trade actions'
Carney, who called a snap election on April 28, said Canadians need to "build the strongest economy in the G7."
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One bright spot in DC chaos: Businesses giving federal workers free perks
A range of businesses in the nation's capitol are rallying behind federal workers while Trump continues to upend the workforce.
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Nerds have found the cure for America's loneliness epidemic
Fantasy tabletop role-playing games like Dungeons & Dragons are booming. No longer just for nerds, they're now the hot new hangout.
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I'm 58 and lost my 6-figure job. Over a year of applications later, I still haven't found anything.
Pete Petersen, 58, has been looking for work since last February after he was laid off from his corporate job, suspecting ageism.
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Almost half of all federal workers support Trump's return-to-office mandate, a new survey found
The Washington Post-Ipsos survey found that 49% of current civilian federal workers support Trump's RTO executive order, while 50% oppose it.
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I import steel parts from China. Trump's tariffs won't stop me — it's still cheaper and easier.
Mike King, who buys steel parts from China, says even with increased tariffs it's easier and cheaper to buy there than to source from the US.
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How Trump's trade war could affect the cost of your breakfast
These 10 breakfast food items might cost more once Trump's proposed tariffs on imports from Canada and Mexico go into effect.
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Boomers are in big trouble if the stock market keeps sliding
Baby boomers are heavily exposed to stocks, so a prolonged downturn could force them to delay retirement or cut back on spending just to stay afloat.
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