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electrical transmission lines hang over a housing development on March 24, 2026 in Sylmar, California.
2025 was a turning point for your electricity bill and it’s just getting more expensive from here. It’s not just data centers

The AI construction boom is not blameless, but it’s only one of the many reasons electricity is getting so pricey.

By Tristan BoveMay 20, 2026
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Single Gen Z women are destroying their male counterparts when it comes to buying their first house
By Alex Veiga and The Associated PressMay 20, 2026
Shaquille O'Neal
Despite a $500 million net worth, Shaq just finished his fourth degree. He warns graduates: ‘Your character will take you further than your resume’
By Preston ForeMay 20, 2026
U.S. President Donald Trump arrives for a 'Rose Garden Club' dinner for National Police Week in the Rose Garden at the White House on May 11, 2026 in Washington, DC.
U.S. national debt officially hits $39 trillion—adding approximately $5 billion a day since October
By Eleanor PringleMay 20, 2026
Accenture exec says the consulting giant is hiring more entry-level workers out of college compared to last year
Accenture exec says the consulting giant is hiring more entry-level workers out of college compared to last year
By Emma BurleighMay 20, 2026
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The definitive guide to trade wars just dropped. Its authors have one message for Washington: Study your enemy
By Nick LichtenbergMay 20, 2026
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Arvind Jain, Founder and CEO, Glean
SuccessWhile other tech CEOs warn of mass job losses, Glean’s chief says AI will never replace a single worker
By Emma BurleighMay 20, 2026
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Personal FinanceJeff Bezos on Zohran Mamdani’s big mistake: ‘When you don’t know how to solve a problem, create a villain, blame them’
By Nick LichtenbergMay 20, 2026
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ConferencesTrump’s EEOC chair is suing The New York Times because ‘we should bring it on behalf of white workers too’
By Nick LichtenbergMay 20, 2026
Dr. Bernice A. King
NewslettersWhat the DEI rollback says about corporate values, according to Dr. Bernice King
By Emma HinchliffeMay 20, 2026
Prices at the pump hit $4 a gallon in all 50 states—just as summer driving season begins
EnergyPrices at the pump hit $4 a gallon in all 50 states—just as summer driving season begins
By Jordan BlumMay 20, 2026
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AIA senior comms exec says your AI notetaker could be your company’s biggest liability
By Jake AngeloMay 20, 2026
Sun Home Cold Plunge Pro Review (2026): Is It Right for You?
HealthSun Home Cold Plunge Pro Review (2026): Is It Right for You?
By Emily PharesMay 20, 2026
How 8,000 robots are changing work inside logistics giant DHL Supply Chain
NewslettersHow 8,000 robots are changing work inside logistics giant DHL Supply Chain
By John KellMay 20, 2026
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Stocks scoot higher on low inflation numbers, but Boeing sinks after fatal Air India disaster
FinanceStocks scoot higher on low inflation numbers, but Boeing sinks after fatal Air India disaster
By Irina IvanovaJune 12, 2025
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    EconomyElon Musk predicts a recession this year. 8 sneaky signs we actually could be headed for one
    By Sydney LakeJune 6, 2025
Rep. Billy Long
EconomyEx-congressman and auctioneer Billy Long once sought to abolish the IRS. Now he’s leading it
By Fatima Hussein and The Associated PressJune 12, 2025
JPMorgan Chase CEO, Jamie Dimon
EconomyJamie Dimon says inflation will go up and employment will shift down as economy ‘deteriorates’ amid shifting ‘tectonic plates’
By Eleanor PringleJune 12, 2025
Man walking by a jack in the box with a "now hiring" sign
EconomyRecurring jobless claims spike to highest level since 2021 at 1.96 million
By Paolo ConfinoJune 12, 2025
A woman squeezes through a door with her chicken sandwich as she exits a Dave's Hot Chicken with a line going out the door.
SuccessA high school dropout ‘manifested’ Dave’s Hot Chicken. The chain’s CEO says ‘grit’ and ‘luck’ took it from a $900 small business to a $1 billion empire
By Greg McKennaJune 12, 2025
Rodney McMullen
PoliticsTariffs are 10x higher than before Trump. Companies will have to absorb the pain because consumers are ‘tapped out,’ investment manager says
By Irina IvanovaJune 12, 2025
  • Two people shake hands at a job fair
    EconomyHiring is slowing but still solid, with 139,000 jobs added last month
    By Paul Wiseman and The Associated PressJune 6, 2025
The first, next-generation fuel rods are installed at the Plant Vogtle nuclear complex in Georgia.
FeaturesSouthern Co. quietly makes next-gen nuclear fuel history in Georgia
By Alexander C. KaufmanJune 12, 2025
New grads are struggling to find jobs and they’re being locked out of the labor market because of 3 key factors 
EconomyNew grads are struggling to find jobs and they’re being locked out of the labor market because of 3 key factors 
By Brit MorseJune 12, 2025
World Bank warns the global economy is barreling toward its weakest decade in 50 years
EconomyWorld Bank warns the global economy is barreling toward its weakest decade in 50 years
By Marco Quiroz-GutierrezJune 12, 2025
President Donald Trump at a press conference in June.
EconomyStocks dip despite Trump’s notice of ‘DONE’ deal with China and better-than-expected inflation data
By Ben WeissJune 11, 2025
President Donald Trump and Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman shake hands during Trump's visit to Riyadh.
EconomyThe global oil and gas industry is ‘deteriorating,’ says top credit ratings agency
By Jordan BlumJune 11, 2025
  • The dredger vessel Ohio works on dredging the Port of Corpus Christi's inner harbor in 2022 with downtown Corpus seen in the background.
    FeaturesHow a little-known Texas city turned into the energy export gateway of the country
    By Jordan BlumJune 6, 2025
President Donald Trump shakes hands with Securities and Exchange Commission Chairman Paul Atkins during Atkins' swearing-in ceremony in the Oval Office at the White House on April 22, 2025 in Washington, DC.
FinanceTrump’s SEC will buoy ‘aggressive innovation,’ Webull president says: ‘Boundaries are going to be tested’
By Greg McKennaJune 11, 2025
Trump administration can keep collecting its tariffs while legal challenges continue, federal appeals court rules
EconomyTrump administration can keep collecting its tariffs while legal challenges continue, federal appeals court rules
By Paul Wiseman and The Associated PressJune 11, 2025
U.S. and China agree on framework to resolve trade dispute after 2 days of London talks about rare earth metals and tech export controls
PoliticsU.S. and China agree on framework to resolve trade dispute after 2 days of London talks about rare earth metals and tech export controls
By Jill Lawless, Ken Moritsugu and The Associated PressJune 11, 2025
President Donald Trump speaks during an "Invest in America" roundtable with business leaders at the White House, Monday, June 9, 2025, in Washington.
EconomyTrump’s tax bill backfire: Foreign companies could avoid U.S. investment over steep hikes
By Josh Boak and The Associated PressJune 10, 2025
Jerome Powell surrounded by darkness
PoliticsForget about the Fed’s dual mandate—this investment advisor says they’ve added a third mandate, and won’t be cutting rates anytime soon
By Irina IvanovaJune 10, 2025
Commuters wait at a bus stop where there is a National Debt Clock billboard-sized running total display that shows the United States gross national debt as $105,866 per person in Washington, DC, on December 30, 2024.
FinanceGovernment borrowing binge could crowd out mortgages and business investment
By Greg McKennaJune 10, 2025
Bill Ackman smiles and raises his right hand as he speaks in front of a microphone.
FinanceFannie and Freddie could make hedge funds a huge payday if they go public. One expert wants a ‘utility model’ for the Fortune 500 giants
By Greg McKennaJune 10, 2025
Two traders talking
FinanceStocks push higher despite clashes in Los Angeles and trade uncertainty
By Irina IvanovaJune 9, 2025
BlackRock’s Bitcoin ETF becomes fastest-ever ETF to accumulate $70 billion
The CoinsBlackRock’s Bitcoin ETF becomes fastest-ever ETF to accumulate $70 billion
By Catherine McGrathJune 9, 2025
Bitcoin surges to $108,000 as top US and Chinese officials meet to discuss tariffs 
The CoinsBitcoin surges to $108,000 as top US and Chinese officials meet to discuss tariffs 
By Catherine McGrathJune 9, 2025
Sebastian Siemiatkowski
AIKlarna CEO predicts AI-driven job displacement will cause a recession
By Ryan HoggJune 9, 2025
U.K. remains Europe’s top spot for finance investment, EY says
FinanceU.K. remains Europe’s top spot for finance investment, EY says
By Meg Short and BloombergJune 9, 2025
Vanishing immigration is the ‘real story’ for the economy and a bigger supply shock than tariffs, analyst says
EconomyVanishing immigration is the ‘real story’ for the economy and a bigger supply shock than tariffs, analyst says
By Jason MaJune 8, 2025
US seeks deal in London on China rare earth flows, Hassett says
EconomyUS seeks deal in London on China rare earth flows, Hassett says
By Se Young Lee and BloombergJune 8, 2025
New disputes emerge ahead of US-China trade talks in London
EconomyNew disputes emerge ahead of US-China trade talks in London
By Ken Moritsugu and The Associated PressJune 8, 2025
A hot trend in the housing market is Gen Z buying homes with siblings
EconomyA hot trend in the housing market is Gen Z buying homes with siblings
By Jason MaJune 7, 2025
China approves some exports of rare earths ahead of US talks
EconomyChina approves some exports of rare earths ahead of US talks
By Felix Tam and BloombergJune 7, 2025
What Elon Musk’s feud with Trump means for Tesla shareholders
FinanceWhat Elon Musk’s feud with Trump means for Tesla shareholders
By Shawn TullyJune 7, 2025
Strong jobs report, Tesla rebound buoy markets as S&P 500 nears all-time highs
EconomyStrong jobs report, Tesla rebound buoy markets as S&P 500 nears all-time highs
By Ben WeissJune 6, 2025
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