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Why is Halloween spending growing when Americans are supposedly cutting back?

The ‘vibecession’ struck fear into retailers’ hearts, but spending on candy, costumes and pumpkins remains high.
Managing your money

Meetings don't have to be painful. These 5 strategies can help teams stay engaged.

Ever had meetings that "could have been an email?" WorkTango compiled insights on how to better engage team members and get more out of gatherings.

15% of public school students have disabilities. Resources to support them can vary dramatically

By law, students with disabilities have the right to education. AccessiBe examined federal data and found that not all students with disabilities get the opportunities.

15 most fuel-efficient hybrids on American roads

Hybrids combine the best of EVs and gas cars. The General used Department of Energy data to identify the top 15 most fuel-efficient hybrids in the U.S.

Why did your homeowners insurance go up?

Policygenius examines the reasons why homeowners insurance went up for many people in the U.S. and shares tips on how to lower it.

What is a Power of Attorney? A comprehensive guide

LegalZoom examines the different ways a power of attorney can help make decisions on your behalf—but only in certain situations.

What a brief port strike on the East Coast means for your holiday shopping

Truck Parking Club examined Bureau of Transportation Statistics data to uncover the impact of the October 2024 dockworkers strike on the supply chain.

In-depth comparison: PPOs vs EPOs

Thatch details the key differences between PPO and EPO health insurance plans.

LDS Church's investment approach: No flash but plenty of cash

The Salt Lake Tribune reports on the investment strategies behind a highly valued and hotly debated stock portfolio of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints.
More money matters
Survey: Gig workers face financial challenges but remain optimistic
Experian examines the circumstances and challenges facing 752 surveyed gig workers.
Can AI make human resources more personal? Many HR leaders seem to think so.
AI has revolutionized HR job functions. WorkTango analyzed research reports to see how human resources departments plan on using AI.
'Upskilling' programs spread as employers try to retain top talent
Xactly compiled research, surveys, and case studies to explain upskilling and took a closer look at benefits and current investments.
When it comes to choosing a college major, how much influence do parents have on students?
Learner looked at academic research to determine how much influence parents can have on their children's choice of college majors.
How to build and get business credit
Ramp explains simple and effective ways to build business credit quickly, no matter what stage your company is at.
As Americans use less gas, these states are still guzzling
Truck Parking Club mapped data from the Energy Information Administration to identify where Americans purchase the most and least gasoline.
The deadliest intersections in the Western United States
Sam Aguiar Injury Lawyers examines the most hazardous intersections in the western U.S.
A complete guide to travel and expense management in 2024
Ramp explains what goes into travel and expense management, how to design an effective T&E policy, important tax considerations, and how software can streamline the process for a company.
How does deferring a loan affect my credit score?
SoFi explains the consequences of deferring a loan, particularly on credit score.
23 cities where credit card balances are double the national average
Experian identifies U.S. cities where credit card balances are much greater than the national average to compare them with other cities nationwide.

Who stands to gain the most from new federal overtime rules?

Wysa analyzed BLS data to determine which workers will benefit the most from new federal overtime rules designed to expand wage protection.

Meet the riskiest AI models ranked by researchers

TeamAI profiles the riskiest AI models, as ranked by researchers.

How to find free EV charging stations

CarGurus provides a guide to help current and prospective electric vehicle drivers find free charging stations along their route.

Cybercrime losses were highest in these states

Drata identified states with the highest monetary losses from cybercrime per resident, according to data from the FBI's 2023 Internet Crime Report.
More news about money
"I'd probably just die": 26% of employed Americans don't know how they'd cover expenses if they couldn't work for 3 years
Policygenius explains the importance of long-term disability insurance and the state of those with or without LTDI in the U.S.
14 reasons why it's so hard to save money today
SoFi shares 14 reasons why people are having trouble saving money, plus tips to start stashing away more cash.
Average FICO Scores increased the most in these 9 cities
Experian shares insights about the states where credit scores have been increasing most.
Rising rents are pushing Americans out of cities. Here's why it's causing the 'donut effect.'
Section 8 Housing analyzed academic research and data from Zillow to see where home prices were going up the most.
More Americans are missing mortgage payments, though still fewer than pre-pandemic
Netspend analyzed Federal Reserve Bank of New York data on home mortgages to show how Americans are increasingly falling behind on payments.