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If you’re retired or close to it, last week’s inflation numbers probably ruined your morning. The Consumer Price Index (CPI) jumped to 3.8% in April, the highest annual reading since May 2023. The Producer Price Index (PPI) spiked 1.4% in a single month — the largest one-month leap since March…
The national average price of gas held steady at about $4.50 per gallon, but one analyst predicts drivers could be in for another price jump as many Americans prepare to hit the road for Memorial Day weekend. “The national average price of gasoline spent much of last week drifting lower…
Geobor / Shutterstock.comIf you’ve looked over your budget and think you can’t cut it down any more, maybe you need to look a little harder. There are probably some expenses you still could reduce — or drop altogether — to save thousands of dollars a year. We found some examples…
Dunkin’ fans: wake up and smell the free coffee. The coffee chain is giving away one million free coffees on May 19, it confirmed to USA TODAY. Dunkin’ initially ignited rumors about a free coffee deal after sharing a teaser clip on Instagram on May 18. The video showed a…
Historically high gas prices are causing American drivers to consider vehicles with better fuel economy. Trucks can be some of the thirstiest vehicles on roads when it comes to gas. Automakers have developed hybrid technology to improve the fuel efficiency of large, heavy truck models making them more powerful and…
Oil prices are still high as renewed talks between President Donald Trump and Iran face challenges. The president has threatened Iran to “get moving” and said the “clock is ticking” following a drone strike on a nuclear power plant in the United Arab Emirates. The war in Iran is now…
Longing to get away? You might not think about it, but Costco — the same warehouse store that sells rotisserie chickens and softball-sized blueberry muffins — can also help you plan your next vacation. Even long-term members may not realize that Costco has an entire travel department. Costco Travel offers deals…
Restaurant prices keep climbing faster than your paycheck. According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, the cost of food away from home rose 3.6% over the past 12 months, with full-service restaurants up 3.8%. So what are the big chains doing about it? They’re dangling something that’s been mostly gone…
Editor’s Note: This story originally appeared on The Penny Hoarder. Most people don’t fail at budgeting because they can’t set one up. They fail because the budget doesn’t fit their actual life, or because it’s too rigid to survive the first unexpected expense. This isn’t about building a budget; it’s…
Moviegoers, get your popcorn ready – major movie theater chains are bringing back summer deals, including $1 movies and tickets for under $2. Chains such as Regal Cinemas and Cinemark have announced plans to screen family films for 10 or 11 weeks straight at less than $2 per ticket. Additionally,…
