
US inflation and private consumption fell in December
WASHINGTON — The Federal Reserve’s preferred inflation gauge eased further in December and consumer spending fell — the latest evidence that the Fed’s series of rate hikes…

Chipotle looks to hire 15,000 workers amid continuing labor shortages
Restaurants begin the new year with a recurring problem: labor shortages. Chipotle said Thursday it is looking to hire 15,000 people in North America to ensure its…

Dangers of “buy now, pay later” loans
Dangers of “buy now, pay later” loans – CBS News See CBS News Many consumers are turning to “buy now, pay later” programs for purchases. But the…

Rep. Mike Lawler on Debt Limit Negotiations, Immigration Reform and George Santos
Rep. Mike Lawler on debt ceiling talks, immigration reform and George Santos – CBS News See CBS News New York Republican Congressman Mike Lawler joins “Red &…

Pakistan blackout: Cash-strapped nation cuts power to save money, then can’t turn it back on
A vendor uses a spare light at his stall in a market during a nationwide power outage in Islamabad, Pakistan, on January 23, 2023. Anjum Naveed/AP Islamabad…

The East Coast’s snowless winter has some businesses feeling the heat
Severe snow drought affects winter businesses Severe snow drought affects winter businesses 01:55 While parts of the country have experienced extreme winter weather in recent months, much…

Biden is to meet with House Speaker Kevin McCarthy to discuss the debt ceiling
Biden meets with House Speaker Kevin McCarthy to discuss debt ceiling – CBS News See CBS News House Speaker Kevin McCarthy said Friday that he has accepted…