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California Gas Prices Surge 40 Cents in 14 Days

Refinery closures tighten fuel supplies, driving up costs for drivers and farmers across the state.

Georgia's January 2026 Net Tax Revenues Down 0.6%

State sees decrease in individual income tax and corporate income tax collections, while sales tax and motor fuel tax see increases.

San Luis Obispo County Gas Prices Climb, Lowest Costs Identified

As refineries close, California gas prices soar while national prices rise slightly due to winter storms.

Iowa Gas Prices Rise Slightly as Crude Oil Climbs

Diesel and heating fuel prices also see increases in the state this week.

Choppy week of fresh data ends with optimism

Markets closed Monday for President's Day

Living Alone? The 'Singles Tax' That Costs $10K a Year

New analysis finds Americans living solo face significant rent premium

Living Alone? The 'Singles Tax' That Costs $10K a Year

New data reveals the significant financial burden for Americans who live alone amid rising rents nationwide.

Living Alone? The 'Singles Tax' That Costs $10K a Year

New analysis finds Americans living solo face significant rent burden compared to those with roommates.

Knightstown Weighs Electricity Costs of Data Center Project

Proposed data center facility raises concerns about energy impact on local grid and costs for residents.

Cocoa Prices Drop, But Chocolate Costs Remain High for Valentine's Day

Chocolate lovers may not see savings this holiday despite falling cocoa prices.

Economist warns recession risks masked under AI, wealth spending

Anirban Basu says AI growth and wealth concentration are hiding economic troubles for most Americans

Map Shows Cities With the Highest 'Singles Tax' for Solo Renters

Living alone can cost Americans in some cities upwards of $20,000 more per year compared to sharing housing costs.

PNC Launches Monthly Consumer Health Check to Deliver Real-Time Pulse on U.S. Spending and the Economy

New data-driven report provides timely insights on consumer behavior and economic trends.

Gas Prices in West Kentucky Still Below $2.60 on Average

Prices up slightly but remain lower than national average

Marin Transportation Tax Revenue Trends Upward

Measure AA funding for the Transportation Authority of Marin is set to finish the fiscal year at $35.9 million, a 1.7% increase over the previous year.

Average US Long-Term Mortgage Rate Dips Slightly

Rates hold just above 6% as housing market approaches spring buying season

Cost Gap Between Buying and Renting Narrows

Redfin report shows income needed for typical home purchase is now 46% higher than for renting, down from 66% gap in 2023

Mortgage Delinquency Rates Rising Faster Among Low-Income Households

Borrowers in lower-income ZIP codes driving growth in mortgage delinquencies, while higher-income areas remain insulated

US Birth Rate Decline Could Cost Economy $100 Billion

Slowing population growth projected to reduce household spending, jobs, and GDP

BofA Data Shows 'E-Shaped' Consumer Economy Emerging

Spending and wage growth diverging between higher-income and middle-income households, while lower-income households lag behind.