Biden warns oil companies not to raise gas prices in wake of Hurricane Ian
President Biden, speaking at the White House, warned energy industry executives not to raise the price of oil or gas in the aftermath of Hurricane Ian.
Biden hits oil and gas companies: 'Bring down prices you’re charging at the pump'
Biden once again took aim at oil and gas companies on Monday, accusing them of squeezing consumers with high gas prices despite a drop in the price of oil.
Starbucks says it wants union bargaining to begin
The Seattle coffee giant said it sent letters to stores in 36 states and the District of Columbia offering a three-week window to start negotiations.
The British pound has taken a tumble. What's the impact?
The British currency has taken a plunge, sliding against the U.S. dollar to touch an all-time low. The currency chaos is playing out against the dollar’s rally.
Mortgage rates reach highest since August 2007
Last Week mortgage rates climbed to 6.02% the highest since 2008, until today, which saw the rates climb to 6.29% for the 30-year fixed-rate mortgage (FRM).
Judge rules RI truck tolling system unconstitutional
A federal judge ruled that Rhode Island's truck tolling system that took effect in 2018 to fund repairs to the state's crumbling bridges is unconstitutional.
JPMorgan CEO Jamie Dimon calls for more investment in oil and gas: 'We aren't getting this one right'
JPMorgan Chase CEO Jamie Dimon warned that the U.S. is not on "the right path" as pressure builds to cut investments in the oil and gas energy sector.
Gas prices rise for the first time in nearly 100 days
Gas prices increased by one cent Wednesday ending a nearly 100 day streak of price declines, according to data from AAA. The last time prices rose was on June 14.
Holiday hiring: Walmart to add fewer workers this year
Walmart said it plans to hire 40,000 workers ahead of this year's busy holiday shopping season. In 2021, the company announced it would hire 150,000 employees ahead of the holidays.
Gap is cutting 500 corporate jobs
Gap is eliminating about 500 corporate jobs, after enduring years of slumping sales at the flagship Gap brand and more recently at the Old Navy chain.
Biden administration picks CHIPS team to handle $52.7 billion in semiconductor funding
The Biden administration has named a team of 50 individuals, led by economist Aaron "Ronnie" Chatterji, to handle the $52.7 billion included in the CHIPS Act for semiconductor research.
US return-to-office rates hit pandemic high as more employers get tougher
Workers are returning to U.S. offices at the highest rate since the beginning of the COVID-19 pandemic as companies intensify efforts to bring employees back.
Goldman Sachs cuts 2023 outlook for US growth
Goldman Sachs is cutting its forecast for U.S. Growth Domestic Product in 2023 to 1.1% from 1.5% as monetary policy tightens.
Honda overpays bonuses, asks for cash back from employees: report
Honda Motors Co. has reportedly asked its employees to give money back from bonuses the company says were overpaid. Marysville factory employees have until Sept. 22.
US railways to halt grain shipments ahead of potential shutdown, agriculture sources
U.S. railroads will start halting crop shipments on Thursday, a day ahead of a potential work stoppage. Railroads have until Friday to reach deal with holdout unions.
Treasury Secretary Janet Yellen warns gas prices could 'spike' again this winter
Treasury Secretary Janet Yellen warned that gas prices in the U.S. could shoot up again this winter as the European scales back its purchases of Russian oil.
Gas prices in NJ decline following Labor Day
Gas prices in New Jersey and around the nation continue to drop as the usual decline in demand after Labor Day helps to ease prices at the pump.
Burger King to pour $400M into advertising, restaurant remodels, app improvements over 2 years
Burger King unveiled a plan on Friday to accelerate sales growth, making investments in advertising, remodeling and relocations and the Burger King app.
Shaken and stirred: Ukraine war hits James Bond's glassmaker
French tableware brand Duralex is joining an array of European firms that are limiting production because of soaring energy costs provoked by Russia's war.
More taxes is not the way to lower gas prices
Strong earnings from the oil and gas sector could invite punitive taxes, but failed past tax policy could make matters worse, not better.