Author: Medora Lee, USA TODAY

Another Fed rate hike further squeezes weary consumers but gives savers a boost. Is it the last increase? Markets seem to think so.

Americans will no longer have to fear an unannounced IRS visit. The agency’s ending that practice to keep people safe and scammers at bay.

President Joe Biden’s efforts to eliminate junk fees won’t necessarily save shoppers any money, critics warn. Here’s why.

If you’re the sole winner of Wednesday night’s $1.08B Powerball drawing, it’s time to beware of scammers and get working on a plan to claim your prize.

Lenders are turning cautious, leery of consumers piling on more debt. That is making it harder for car shoppers to get an auto loan.

EV sales are brisk but aren’t keeping up with supply and forcing an inventory buildup, Cox Automotive says. “Hard-growth days are ahead,” it predicts.

Despite easing inflation, next year’s Social Security cost of living adjustment (COLA) inched up to 3% from 2.7% last month.

Don’t let inflation and rising rates make you sit out Amazon Prime Day. Instead, use these tips to help stretch your budget at the July 11-12 sale.

The Supreme Court blocks Biden’s student debt forgiveness plan: A timeline of what borrowers can expect, including when payments and interest begin.