Money Watch

• Dow tumbles by more than 400 points, on pace for biggest one-day decline since March
• Gas prices hit 2023 highs as oil stays hot
• Kroger and Albertsons sell 400 stores to Piggly Wiggly’s parent company
• Walmart cut starting pay for some new jobs
• Dollar Tree said theft is such a problem it will start locking up items or stop selling them altogether
• ‘Barbie’ is about to become America’s highest-grossing movie of 2023
• New home sales rose to a 17-month high in July
• Summer vacation gas prices
• Americans are pulling money out of their 401(k) plans at an alarming rate
• How to control your summer spending
• Bank of America accused of opening fake accounts and charging illegal junk fees
• Modelo tops Bud Light in sales for the second month in a row
• Apple is now worth $3 trillion
• Why it’s becoming harder and more expensive to get homeowners insurance
• Gov. Evers: State agencies prepping to return federal COVID aid under debt deal
• 31 billionaires are worth more than the US Treasury has in cash
• Kohl's reports surprise profit in 1Q helped by inventory cuts
• Target flashes a recession warning: Shoppers are buying fewer clothes and more necessities
• Egg prices are crashing -- here's why
• Americans' debt surpasses $17 trillion for the first time
• Gas is almost $1 cheaper than a year ago
• Tax Day: Here's what you need to know if you haven't filed your return yet -- and even if you have
• CNN Poll: Americans' views of the economy have improved but overwhelming majority still say it's in poor shape
• Local expert shares crucial disaster preparedness financial tips
• Report: Wisconsin home prices increase by $28,000 compared to 2022
• Unlike last year, this tax season has been going smoothly
• White House announces steps to lower everyday costs alongside new inflation report
• Why Silicon Valley Bank collapsed and what it could mean
• Treasury secretary rules out bailout for Silicon Valley Bank
• 'Check washing' is gaining popularity across SE Wisconsin as criminals break into mailboxes to steal banking information
• Domino's stock tumbles 11% as delivery problems persist
• The world's biggest food company says prices will rise further this year
• The US government says women's underwear should cost more than men's
• Local expert discusses the financial impact on relationships
• Tax professional talks tips taxpayers need to know before filing
• Party City files for bankruptcy
• Creating a 'financial bucket list' using 4 steps from a local advisor 💵
• The steep plunge in used car prices -- what it means, and what's ahead
• Surging egg prices mean record profits for largest US egg producer
• Auto sales are falling — but profits are surging. Welcome to the new normal
• Encouraging inflation news: Online prices keep dropping
• Mortgage rates rose this week after falling for 6 straight weeks
• Why eggs have been so expensive this year
• Exclusive: $4 gas could return as soon as May, GasBuddy projects
• New home sales rose in November, defying expectations
• Gas prices haven't been this low since July 2021
• Holiday gift giving is rife with waste. Here's how to give greener, according to experts
• Investors have very little to be thankful for in 2022
• How much will your Thanksgiving turkey cost this holiday season?
• Milwaukee financial expert discusses financial problems faced by veterans
• US consumer inflation eased to 7.7% over past 12 months
• Better Business Bureau releases new Scam Tracker fraud reporting and prevention tool
• White House gets 'Goldilocks' jobs report as they look to make up ground on the economy
• Ford takes $2.7 billion hit as it drops efforts to develop full self-driving cars
• Appeals court pauses Biden student debt relief program while it reviews case
• Gas prices are heading down, with or without Biden's help
• White House economic adviser says US is 'better positioned than most other countries' to mitigate inflation
• How much 'pain' is the Fed willing to inflict? Wednesday's rate hike will offer clues
• Food prices are still soaring — here's what's getting more expensive
• As small businesses raise prices, some customers push back
• Cineworld, the world's second largest movie theater chain, files for bankruptcy
• Reality is setting in for GameStop stock
• IRS says it mistakenly exposed taxpayer data belonging to non-profits
• Here's what might drive up the prices on the newest iPhones
• Mortgage rates rise again after Fed says it will take 'forceful' steps to curb inflation
• Big discounts are coming this holiday season
• Caution: September is historically a dismal month for stocks
• New home sales fall 12.6% in July as rising prices take a toll
• Local financial professional discusses options for college-bound students
• Report: $1.9 billion stolen in crypto hacks so far this year
• 5 ways being single can cost you more
• Inflation, explained: Why prices keep going up and who's to blame
• Rate hikes and recession are still in the cards
• Rivian lost $1.7 billion in three months. Here's why that may not be a problem
• Consumers still don't feel great about the economy, despite lower gas prices
• Gas prices tumble below $4 for the first time in months
• Mortgage rates climb above 5% once again
• Inflation rates take positive turn for July; people still not feeling the relief just yet
• Crypto is making a comeback
• Here's what's getting more expensive at the grocery store
• Demand for grocery delivery cools as food costs rise
• How the climate bill could save you money on electricity, cars and appliances
• Massive jobs surprise: US economy added 528,000 jobs in July
• Friday's job report will likely show slower growth. That's what the Fed wants
• Mortgage rates drop below 5% for first time since April
• The busiest economic week of the summer is over: Here's everything we learned
• What a recession could mean for you
• 21 ways to live luxe if you win the $1.02 billion Mega Millions jackpot
• Apple profit declines nearly 11%
• Ford earnings and revenue soar, helped by high car prices
• How to take advantage of rising interest rates
• A sign inflation could start easing: Walmart is slashing prices on clothing and other products
• Recession warning: Some Americans are having trouble paying bills
• Amazon to buy One Medical for $3.9 billion as it expands healthcare footprint
• Tesla earnings fall on hit from China Covid surge
• Home prices hit an all-time high, even as sales continue to slow
• These are the keys to 401(k) investing success in a falling market
• US inflation hit 40-year high in June, driven by record gas prices
• US will plunge into recession — but it didn't have to, former IMF chief economist says
• The economy added 372,000 jobs in June, outpacing expectations