Home builders are cheering Trump’s return to the White House

Companies are eager for lighter regulations. But they also could see their industry strained by other parts of Trump’s agenda.

By Rachel SiegelNovember 30, 2024
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Work Advice: How to deal with a customer’s abusive online messages

A user keeps posting rude, insulting comments on our website, but our boss doesn’t seem inclined to do anything about it.

By Karla L. MillerNovember 28, 2024

Calculate mortgages costs as interest rates remain near recent highs

See the difference in monthly costs between a typical mortgage signed today and one signed just a few months ago.

By Chris AlcantaraNovember 26, 2024

Scott Turner, former Trump White House official, tapped for HUD secretary

The nomination comes as housing issues persists as a major economic burden, particularly for aspiring buyers or renters struggling to keep up with costs.

By Rachel SiegelNovember 22, 2024

Trump picks Rep. Lori Chavez-DeRemer of Oregon for labor secretary

Chavez-DeRemer’s selection marks a departure from typical GOP nominations to the position. She has supported pro-union legislation and garnered the support of some unions.

By Lauren Kaori GurleyNovember 22, 2024

Americans are ready to shop holiday sales amid higher prices, debt

With the election behind them, many consumers finally feel free to spend — though they’ll still be focused on deals and selective about splurges.

By Jaclyn PeiserNovember 21, 2024
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Work Advice: I’m uncomfortable with our CEO invoking Jesus in meetings

As a non-Christian, I’m bothered by our CEO’s practice of opening meetings with a Christian prayer. Should I say something?

By Karla L. MillerNovember 21, 2024

How Trump’s tariffs could spark a trade war and ‘Europe’s worst economic nightmare’

European countries could be among those hardest hit if Trump follows through on tariffs. The European Union says it wants to negotiate but is prepared to retaliate.

By Ellen Francis and Kate BradyNovember 20, 2024

The upcoming housing battle that could roil mortgage costs even more

The first Trump administration tried to remove two mortgage giants, Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac, from government control. The second could finish the job.

By Rachel SiegelNovember 19, 2024
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Work Advice: Co-worker uses team chat as his personal platform

My co-worker dominates our office chat site with his oversharing and judgmental comments. How can I cope?

By Karla L. MillerNovember 14, 2024

Trump aides explore plans to boost Musk effort by wresting control from Congress

The White House could challenge or seek to change a 1974 law that blocks presidents from choosing which programs to fund.

By Jeff Stein, Elizabeth Dwoskin, Cat Zakrzewski and Jacob BogageNovember 13, 2024

Democrats make last stand for unions ahead of Trump administration

The National Labor Relations Board on Wednesday ruled to ban employers nationwide from forcing workers to attend anti-union meetings.

By Lauren Kaori GurleyNovember 13, 2024

Trump’s tariffs, explained

Let’s look at a family picnic to see how Trump’s tariff policies could affect prices for you.

By Jeff Stein and Kaitlin BritoNovember 13, 2024

China unveils $1.4 trillion stimulus in effort to boost flailing economy

The outlook is grim for the world’s second largest economy, with growth slowing and the prospect of a new trade war following Donald Trump’s electoral victory.

By Katrina NorthropNovember 8, 2024

Dow rises 1,500 points as banks and Tesla gain after Trump win

Major indexes gained ground, with the Dow Jones Industrial Average, S&P 500 and Nasdaq composite index rising on the prospect of another Donald Trump presidency.

By Aaron Gregg and Taylor TelfordNovember 6, 2024

Interest rates are going down. But mortgage rates are going ... up?

The Federal Reserve’s plans to keep lowering interest rates haven’t translated into relief for homeowners.

By Rachel Siegel and Andrew AckermanNovember 5, 2024

What a Trump presidency could mean for American workers and unions

A Trump victory could lead to the reversal of Biden-era policies aimed at making it easier for workers to join unions.

By Lauren Kaori GurleyNovember 3, 2024

Hiring slowed sharply in final month before election amid hurricanes, strikes

The October jobs data was the lowest in nearly four years, and the unemployment rate was 4.1 percent. Economists caution that recent hurricanes and labor strikes could artificially depress data.

By Lauren Kaori GurleyNovember 1, 2024

The economy is booming, but inflation is on voters’ minds as election nears

Downbeat perceptions of the economy have been a defining force of this election cycle, with polls showing the cost of living is among Americans’ top concerns.

By Abha BhattaraiOctober 31, 2024
BusinessColumn

Work Advice: How far should I go to accommodate a neurodivergent colleague?

When accommodating neurodivergent colleagues, start by asking them what would help them succeed. The results may surprise you.

By Karla L. MillerOctober 31, 2024