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Spring housing season sputters as mortgage rates climb and consumers pull back
Consumer confidence fell to another record low as Americans reported growing concerns about inflation, gasoline prices and their ability to afford major purchases.
Money
Cash, credit or in-between, you need currency of some kind to make things happen.
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Bowlers sue Bowlero, alleging private equity–fueled monopoly “destroyed” America’s pastime
The action accuses bowling giant Lucky Strike Entertainment of illegally consolidating the bowling industry, driving up prices and degrading lane quality.
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Nike hit with lawsuit over tariff surcharges as consumers demand refunds
The case could become a major test of whether companies that passed tariff costs to consumers must return the money if those tariffs are later invalidated
Money
Five squeezes, one wallet: The pressures hitting U.S. consumers this week
American consumers are walking into the second week of May juggling a tighter set of trade-offs than at any point this year.
Money
Court ruling could force IRS to refund pandemic-era late fees to millions
The case is still in court but taxpayers should file a protective refund request now
Money
Consumer groups urge Congress to block ‘predatory’ bank charters, cap loan rates nationwide
Advocates are also pressing lawmakers to adopt a national 36% interest-rate cap and protect states’ rights to impose stricter lending limits.
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States crack down on ‘junk fees’ as regulators target hidden costs and drip pricing
States are expanding “all-in pricing” rules aimed at forcing businesses to disclose mandatory fees upfront rather than surprising consumers at checkout
Money
Siri wasn't so smart after all; Apple to pay $250 million to iPhone buyers
Apple promoted non-existent AI capabilities for its not-so-smartphones
Money
Livestream shopping boom sparks spending concerns as Whatnot surges
Fast-paced “live auction” shopping apps are exploding in the U.S., led by Whatnot, which blends social media, gaming and e-commerce
Money
Prediction markets pitched as side hustle — but most traders are losing money
More than 100,000 users on Polymarket lost at least $1,000 since early 2025, nearly double the number who made that much
Money
Predatory lender seeks bank charter, raising fears of nationwide 160% loans
Proposal comes amid broader push by high-cost lenders to obtain bank charters under federal regulators
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