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Here are 5 reasons why a $1,000 car payment is a bad idea
Rising auto loan payments are reaching record levels as negative equity traps nearly a third of car buyers in a debt cycle.
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As US' Hottest Summer Cools, Many Face Staggering Power Bills
4 news sources are covering this Business story right now — PULSE is tracking how fast it spreads.
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Cars have become unaffordable for many Americans. Here’s what the numbers show.
Rising monthly payments and the emergence of 'permanent car loans' are sparking a debate over the affordability of vehicles for American consumers.
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‘Buy Now, Pay Later’ Lenders Pitch Loans for Needs Like Electricity and Rent
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Consumer Debt Data Shows ‘Overall’ Health Amid Persisting Divides
New consumer debt data reveals escalating credit card balances alongside mounting overdue bills across the United States.
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DuckDuckGo Releases 'Normal Sunglasses' to Troll Meta's AI-Powered 'Pervert Glasses'
Contradictory reports surface as DuckDuckGo targets Meta's AI wearables while Americans face rising debt levels.
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Americans Pull Back on Retirement Savings as Everyday Expenses Climb
Rising everyday expenses are forcing Americans to reduce retirement savings despite a perceived need for $1.2 million to retire comfortably.
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Millions of Americans take on debt and drain savings to afford food
Millions of Americans are resorting to credit cards and depleting their savings to afford basic groceries as food prices continue to climb.