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What debt types does debt consolidation cover?
Debt consolidation can be a smart way to cut down on interest charges — but there are limitations to know about.Top stories - CBS News - October 21 -
Consumer confidence surges ahead of election
American consumers are feeling more confident ahead of Election Day, but they’re still not as confident as they were before the pandemic, according to a new survey from The Conference Board, a ...Politics - The Hill - October 29 -
The great wall of debt
Given the pile of maturing financing, 2025 and 2026 will prove challenging years for investorsBusiness - Financial Times - October 17 -
Will credit card debt forgiveness cover my $40,000 debt?
Getting rid of your credit card debt is important, but is debt forgiveness the right approach? Here's what to know.Top stories - CBS News - October 14 -
Will credit card debt forgiveness cover my $15,000 debt?
If you're trying to tackle $15,000 in credit card debt, it's important to find the right strategy first.Top stories - CBS News - October 15 -
Will credit card debt forgiveness cover my $25,000 debt?
With credit card interest rates high, many borrowers may need forgiveness now. But can it cover $25,000 worth of debt?Top stories - CBS News - October 16 -
Will credit card debt forgiveness cover my $3,000 debt?
Stuck with a $3,000 credit card bill? Here's how to get help now.Top stories - CBS News - October 23 -
Will debt collectors sue over a $3,000 credit card debt?
A $3,000 credit card debt may seem minor, but some debt collectors could still aggressively pursue it. Here's why.Top stories - CBS News - 4 days ago -
American consumers are increasingly underwater on their car loans
Edmunds.com reported that the average amount owed on upside-down loans climbed to an all-time high of $6,458 during the third quarter.Business - CNBC - October 15 -
American consumers are increasingly underwater on their car loans
DETROIT — A growing number of Americans with auto loans owe more than their vehicles are worth, according to a report Tuesday from Edmunds.com.Top stories - NBC News - October 15 -
Wells Fargo CEO calls consumers 'extremely resilient'
Wells Fargo CEO Charlie Scharf gave CNBC's Jim Cramer a positive read on the consumer landscape.Business - CNBC - October 15 -
Consumer Fears of Credit Card Delinquency Rise
A monthly New York Fed survey finds that while people felt generally positive about inflation, income, and jobs, fear of failing to make debt payments rose to a four-year high.Business - Inc. - October 16 -
Why U.S. Economic Health Depends on Wealthy Consumers
Affluent Americans are driving retail spending, which could sustain healthy growth for the next year.Business - Inc. - October 18 -
Consumer watchdog cautions companies against snooping on workers
Surveillance tech has expanded abilities of firms to track employees, often without their consent, fed agency says.Top stories - CBS News - October 24 -
UK consumer and business confidence weaken ahead of Budget
Indices hit lowest levels this year as Britons ‘hold their breath’ for tax rises on October 30Business - Financial Times - October 24 -
FirstFT: US consumers continue to spend, spend, spend
Also in today’s newsletter, North Korea fires its longest-ever test missile, and the activists ready to challenge the election resultWorld - Financial Times - October 31 -
Carlsberg Misses Sales Expectations on Weak Consumer Backdrop
The Copenhagen-based brewer didn’t meet revenue and sales volumes expectations due to a poor performance in China and other countries, but reiterated its full-year guidance.Business - The Wall Street Journal - October 31 -
Consumers are anxious ahead of the election. Corporate America is feeling it
Like it or not, there’s an election on Tuesday. Voters are stressed. And to at least a small degree, so are corporations.Business - MarketWatch - 6 days ago -
China consumer slowdown weighs on U.S. earnings again
From Apple to Starbucks, U.S. consumer brands are reporting yet another quarter of China sales declines.Business - CNBC - 4 days ago -
The thought of a Trump presidency is eating me alive | Francine Prose
I look the way people do outside the intensive care unit, as they wait to learn whether a friend will survive. Our friend, in this case, is democracy. US election 2024 – live news updates US ...World - The Guardian - 3 days ago -
IMF chief warns of ‘unforgiving’ debt backdrop and low growth
Kristalina Georgieva says governments’ reluctance to rein in spending heightens public finances challengeBusiness - Financial Times - October 17 -
Biden Cancels Another $4.5 Billion in Student Debt
The executive decision will help 60,000 borrowers, bringing the total number of public service workers getting loan forgiveness to more than 1 million.Business - Inc. - October 17 -
Debt rule to change to fund major projects
Government claims the move contrasts with former PM Liz Truss's controversial mini-Budget.Top stories - BBC News - October 18 -
Harris and Trump are equally silent on the expanding US debt
The nation is borrowing to finance current consumption rather than to make much-needed long-term investmentsWorld - Financial Times - October 18 -
'Holiday home dream left us crippled with debt'
Families who lost tens of thousands of pounds buying holiday caravans want the industry to change.Top stories - BBC News - October 24 -
Atos Debt Grows as Restructuring Effort Continues
Atos said its debt pile grew in the third quarter as the beleaguered French IT firm seeks to implement a financial restructuring aimed at restoring profitability.Business - The Wall Street Journal - October 24 -
Economist on whether the national debt is cause for concern
The national debt has reached a staggering $35 trillion, yet some economists argue it's not a problem. Stephanie Kelton, author of "The Deficit Myth," joins "CBS Mornings Plus" to explain how ...Top stories - CBS News - October 28 -
How to qualify for a debt consolidation program this November
There could be big benefits to enrolling in a debt consolidation program now, but you'll have to qualify first.Top stories - CBS News - October 29 -
3 reasons to consider debt relief this November
Not sure if your situation warrants the help of a debt relief servicer? Here are three timely reasons why it may.Top stories - CBS News - October 30 -
Is it ever OK to ignore credit card debt collectors?
It can be tempting to ignore debt collectors' aggressive tactics, but it's generally not the best approach to take.Top stories - CBS News - 5 days ago -
‘Positive’ medical debt credit reporting is a Trojan horse
Congress shouldn’t be fooled and let a Trojan horse hurt consumers by nullifying state laws and the CFPB’s effort to get medical debt off credit reports.Politics - The Hill - 3 days ago -
Trump is the right president to finally tackle the national debt
Trump’s electoral victory will be much less meaningful if he leaves office in four years without addressing our debt and deficit problems.Politics - The Hill - 2 days ago -
Can credit card debt in collections be forgiven?
There are lots of ways to deal with credit card debt that's in collections — but is debt forgiveness one of them?Top stories - CBS News - 2 days ago -
Most Americans expect Trump to increase debt: Survey
A majority of Americans expect the national debt to rise under President-elect Donald Trump, according to a new Reuters/Ipsos survey conducted after the election. The poll found that 62 percent of ...Politics - The Hill - Yesterday -
Most Americans Expect Trump to Increase National Debt
A Reuters/Ipsos poll shows a majority of people think the President-elect will drive the country further into debt, beyond its current $35 trillion level.Business - Inc. - Yesterday -
Struggling With Debt? Bankruptcy Can Provide a Second Chance.
Many people who should consider filing for bankruptcy avoid doing so out of shame or fear it could ruin their credit. But it can provide much-needed relief.Business - The New York Times - 13 hours ago -
Here’s What Consumer Power Will Tell Us About the Economy
Corporate earnings reports and retail sales data could offer evidence that the U.S. economy is resilient as inflation ebbs.Business - Inc. - October 14 -
Hint of ‘very high’ consumer inflation expectations raises risks for Treasury market
Buried inside last Friday’s data from the University of Michigan was a shocking inflation outlook from a small segment of consumers — one that is causing some nervousness about whether ...Business - MarketWatch - October 14