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Businesses in vulnerable sectors found themselves caught between rising tariffs and beleaguered consumers.

Who will President Donald Trump choose as the chair of the Federal Reserve?

For retail experts and economists, the takeaway on the holiday season varies widely, depending on the product category, brand and who's buying.

The U.S. economy experienced steady growth in 2025, despite concerns over inflation and the job market, with artificial intelligence playing a significant role in driving growth.

CBS News editor in chief Bari Weiss shelved a "60 minutes" segment because she said it needed additional reporting, including an interview with a Trump administration official.

The Trump administration wants to build seven large-scale deportation hubs to speed up deportations, internal ICE documents show.

"This was the strongest six months of growth since late in 2023, but it certainly didn't feel that way for most people," one analyst said.

What happens when a generation gives up on ever owning a home? New research explores the potential consequences, and what to do about it.

The Fed's presidents have spent much of the year grappling with whether to cede ground to the new administration.

The announcement follows a report that found discrepancies among consumers buying the same items from the same stores at the same time.