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First LookExecs say Trump is good for US businessA recent poll shows a majority of US executives say Trump鈥檚 administration will benefit their businesses.
First LookHow Uber is responding to a sexual harassment scandalThe case puts further scrutiny on Silicon Valley鈥檚 enduring problems with gender discrimination.
4 credit card trends for 2017 to be aware ofIn 2016, high-end credit cards聽attracted a lot of attention with generous rewards and perks. But this year, issuers are going back to basics 鈥� and perhaps charging you more in the process.
What you need to know about store closing sales at Macy's, Sears, or Kmart near youOne thing you can definitely expect from store closing sales? Different stock from a traditional 'going out of business' sale.
Will black Millennials save black-owned banks?Still reeling from the financial crisis, black-owned banks are struggling to serve low-income, minority communities. But they're getting new and unexpected attention from black Millennials, who are wealthier than their parents.
5 cheap ways to learn new skills onlineIf you're stuck in a career rut and looking for a way to break into something more lucrative, the best way to learn from someone who already works in the field. Here are a few ways to become a marketable, hirable expert without going into debt.
Why Millennials are better with their money than their parentsWhen it comes to finances and saving for retirement, these young workers are doing better than their older counterparts in many ways.
US household energy spending hits 50-year lowAs renewable energy use has expanded significantly over the last decade, household energy costs have declined.聽That's the conclusion of a new report from the Business Council for Sustainable Energy and Bloomberg New Energy Finance.
Chronic underspending is a thing. Here's why it's OK to spend money on yourself.The methods that financial planners use to help 'underspenders' can guide the rest of us in deciding when it鈥檚 OK to splurge and when we should resist.
Kraft Heinz withdraws $143B bid to buy UnileverUnilever rejected the deal because it was too low. Competition from foods marketed as more wholesome is driving packaged food companies to consolidate and tap into new markets.
Why a home equity loan is a smart choice as rates risePlain-and-simple home equity loans, with the security of a locked-in interest rate that never changes, are yesterday鈥檚 news. But as the economy improves and interest rates rebound, you may have to go throwback if you want to access some of your home's value.
Here's how meal kits stack up on costMeal kits like Blue Apron, Plated and HelloFresh let you skip the shopping and the recipe research. Here's how much they cost.
Why industry experts are excited by a new food labelThe new industry-wide action is the latest effort to tackle food waste, which is receiving increased attention from lawmakers and policy advocates across the country.
How to set up your kids with excellent creditWhen I learned my baby sister's credit score was almost as high is mine, I was floored. Here's how聽my parents set her up with near-perfect credit by the time she graduated high school.
First LookReturn of a 'free' in-flight meal: Can it help Delta win customers?As airlines continue to compete for customers, free meals are making a comeback on Delta. The focus on the in-flight experience reflects changing customer values.
How school gardens can teach skills and unify communitiesLearning gardens give students the opportunity not only to learn firsthand where their food comes from, but also to learn skills in food production.
How Kansas became one of the fastest-growing electric-car markets in the countryWhen it comes to promoting electric cars, California is rightfully viewed as the most active. But a charging-infrastructure program聽launched two years ago by Kansas City Power & Light is taking off.
How automating your finances can save you moneyOne of the best ways to painlessly meet your long-term financial goals is to set up an automatic system that distributes your paycheck where it needs to go, toward bills, savings accounts, and emergency funds.
First LookWhy Unilever rejected Kraft's proposal for the second-biggest merger everThe packaged-food industry is in a rough spot. A combined Kraft Heinz and Unilever would create a global behemoth.聽
First LookHousehold debt nears an all-time high. What's behind the rise?Debt levels are nearing those seen at the verge of the Great Recession. Their composition is different this time, though.