Economy

By the numbers: $18.39 trillion -- total household debt in the second quarter of 2025, up $185 billion from the...

Bankruptcy filings continue to rise, increasing 11.5% year-over-year for the 12-month period ending June 30, according to newly released data...

Consumers are more financially stressed than ever, but are also more open to working with debt collectors to resolve their...

Patients with type 2 diabetes are significantly more likely to face serious financial hardship than their non-diabetic peers, according to...

A new report from the FINRA Investor Education Foundation reveals a significant shift in the financial health of American households,...

More U.S. bank customers are struggling to keep up with bills, leaving them financially exposed and eager for help. According...

A new survey from WalletHub reveals a complex consumer banking landscape shaped by inflation anxiety, interest rate sensitivity, and a...

As the cost of living remains elevated, fewer Americans feel confident in their financial footing — and an alarming number...

Middle-income families saw a modest improvement in spending power last month, according to the latest Primerica Household Budget Index. The...

A growing number of consumers are feeling pessimistic about their financial futures, even as a majority remain optimistic overall. According...