Average long-term US mortgage rate climbs to 7.09% this week to highest level in more than 20 years
The average long-term U.S. mortgage rate jumped this week to its highest level in 20 years, grim news for would-be homebuyers already facing high home prices caused a lack of supply
2023-08-18 00:52
Groundwater treatment systems to address 'forever chemicals' planned near Michigan military base
Two groundwater treatment systems will be installed near the former Wurtsmith Air Force Base in northern Michigan as the U.S. Department of Defense looks to address “forever chemical” contamination
2023-08-18 00:27
Investment scams are everywhere on social media. Here's how to spot one
Social media is full of scammers promising guaranteed returns on investment, and consumers lost $3.8 billion to them last year just in the U.S., according to the Federal Trade Commission
2023-08-17 23:29
Warren Buffett gives $27 million in Berkshire Hathaway stock to an unnamed charity
Warren Buffett donated 50 Class A shares of Berkshire Hathaway stock worth $27 million to an unnamed charity this week
2023-08-17 23:25
Israel clinches largest-ever defense deal with Germany for $3.5 billion after securing US approval
Israel’s Defense Ministry says it has secured its largest-ever defense deal selling a sophisticated missile defense system to Germany for $3.5 billion
2023-08-17 22:57
Over 1.5 million dehumidifiers are under recall after fire reports. Here's what you need to know
More than 1.5 million dehumidifiers are under recall following reports of nearly two dozen fires, the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission said Wednesday
2023-08-17 21:55
U.S. jobless claims applications fall as labor market continues to show resiliency
The U.S. labor market continues to flex its muscle, as applications for jobless claims fell again last week and remain at healthy levels despite high interest rates and elevated inflation
2023-08-17 20:49
Walmart shines in Q2 and bumps up expectations for the year
Walmart is reporting strong second-quarter sales results as the retailer’s low-price model continues to attract budget conscious consumers in a tough economic environment
2023-08-17 19:16
Cnooc First-Half Profit Slides as Weaker Oil Prices Hit Driller
Cnooc Ltd. said its first-half profit declined as oil prices slumped over concerns about global growth, including China’s
2023-08-17 18:46
China says it would welcome a visit by US commerce secretary after imposition of investment controls
China says it would welcome a visit by U.S. Commerce Secretary Gina Raimondo following the imposition of foreign investment controls by her agency that have stung numerous Chinese companies
2023-08-17 18:46
Chinese Officials Meet Foreign Firms to Ease Data Law Fears
China’s internet regulator is reaching out to foreign firms, including Walmart Inc. and PayPal Inc., to discuss ways
2023-08-17 17:19
Heavy rain in Germany causes flooding and leads to flight cancelations in Frankfurt
Authorities say heavy rain in parts of Germany caused flooding and led to dozens of flight cancelations at Frankfurt Airport, the country’s busiest and a major European hub
2023-08-17 15:17