The average rate on a 30-year fixed mortgage rose this week to 6.22%, according to the latest Freddie Mac data released Thursday. That is up from last week's reading of 6.11%.
Expert warns China's alleged weapons support for Iran could spark broader global conflict as military tensions rise in the Strait of Hormuz region.
Kohl's CEO signals no additional store closures planned this year after shuttering 27 locations last year, focusing on optimizing existing 1,150 stores nationwide.
Political standoff over Homeland Security funding creates TSA staffing nightmare as unpaid agents leave jobs, raising concerns about airport security gaps.
Iranian strikes on Qatar’s Ras Laffan facilities have halted major LNG production, causing force majeure declarations and raising concerns over supply disruptions.
The IRS released its 2026 "Dirty Dozen" tax scams list to protect taxpayers from identity theft, phishing emails, fake charities and AI-powered phone fraud schemes.
Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent said the U.S. won't intervene in oil futures markets, focusing on physical crude supply to offset Iran conflict disruptions.
