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EconomyThe richest 20% are the only ones powering the U.S. economy, says top economist, but their prospects are entirely reliant on teetering stock prices
By Eleanor PringleJune 26, 2026

RetailRich consumers taking GLP-1s are rebuying their wardrobes and eating smaller, fancier dishes—it’s a factor saving the luxury sector right now
By Eleanor PringleJune 25, 2026

NewslettersTown’s AI assistants learn your life—Andreessen Horowitz and Forerunner just backed the vision with $55 million
By Lily Mae LazarusJune 3, 2026

EconomyIran war has cost U.S. families $100 billion between increased military funding and higher oil prices, says Moody’s
By Eleanor PringleJune 2, 2026

Energy2025 was a turning point for your electricity bill and it’s just getting more expensive from here. It’s not just data centers
By Tristan BoveMay 20, 2026

EconomyFed researchers see a ‘full pass-through’ of Trump’s tariff costs to consumers, adding almost a full percentage point to inflation
By Tristan BoveMay 11, 2026

EconomyGood news: Rumors of a K-shaped economy are overblown so far, says Goldman Sachs. Bad news: 2026 is the year it will really bite
By Eleanor PringleApril 24, 2026

By Nick LichtenbergApril 14, 2026

RetailCostco CEO promises the $1.50 hot dog isn’t going away: ‘The price will not change as long as I’m around’
By Sydney LakeMarch 21, 2026

EconomyEconomists agree: You’re not crazy for feeling like the rich get richer, and the poor are doing worse. Welcome to the ‘K-shaped economy’
By Sasha Rogelberg, Eva Roytburg and Nick LichtenbergMarch 20, 2026

By Nick LichtenbergMarch 8, 2026

Personal FinanceState Farm is doling out $100 checks to 49 million customers. Here’s who qualifies and how to get paid
By Sydney LakeFebruary 27, 2026
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