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The 10 U.S. states with the highest average credit scores

For the third year in a row, Minnesota residents have the highest average credit scores in the U.S., a recent report from WalletHub finds.

Business - CNBC - 22 hours ago

Despite a half-point Fed rate cut, the average credit card interest rate fell by just 0.13%, report finds

Credit card APRs are edging lower after the Federal Reserve cut interest rates by a half point, but not by much.

Business - CNBC - November 1

Tuberculosis infections highest on record: WHO

Global tuberculosis cases reached an all-time high in 2023, with nearly 11 million people estimated to have become sick with the disease last year. According to the World Health Organization's ...

Politics - The Hill - October 30

Average mortgage rate increases heading into winter holidays

The 30-year fixed mortgage rate appears to be rising as buyers await a good time to enter the market. Maria Avellaneda, an associate broker for Keller Williams NYC, joins CBS News with more.

Top stories - CBS News - 5 days ago

Investors' reaction to Budget 'very different' to Truss, says Reeves's deputy

Treasury secretary speaks out to reassure the markets after a rise in the cost of government borrowing.

Myanmar overtakes Syria as country with highest landmine casualties

Landmine use has significantly increased in Myanmar as conflict has spread after the military’s seizure of power in February 2021. Myanmar overtook Syria last year to become the country with the ...

World - The Guardian - November 20

Dodgers' World Series-ending win averages 18.6 million; series averages 15.81 million for 5 games

The Dodgers’ 7-6 victory over the Yankees in Game 5 for their eighth World Series title and second in five years averaged 18.6 million viewers on Fox, Fox Deportes and streaming, according to Nielsen

Sports - ABC News - November 1

Dodgers' World Series-ending win averages 18.6 million; series averages 15.81 million for 5 games

The Dodgers’ 7-6 victory over the Yankees in Game 5 for their eighth World Series title and second in five years averaged 18.6 million viewers on Fox, Fox Deportes and streaming, according to Nielsen

Entertainment - ABC News - November 1

Average rate on a 30-year mortgage in the US rises for fifth straight week

The average rate on a 30-year mortgage in the U.S. rose for the fifth straight week, returning to its highest level since early August

Nvidia to join Dow Jones Industrial Average, replacing rival chipmaker Intel

Nvidia is replacing Intel in the Dow Jones Industrial Average, a shakeup that reflects a massive change in the semiconductor industry.

Business - CNBC - November 1

Quantifying how much Nvidia will influence the Dow after it joins the storied average

Nvidia will join the price-weighted Dow on Friday.

Business - CNBC - November 4

The average rate on a 30-year mortgage in the US slips to 6.78%

The average rate on a 30-year mortgage in the U.S. edged lower this week, ending a six-week climb

Average cost of Thanksgiving dinner is expected to be lower than past years

The average cost of a Thanksgiving dinner for 10 this year is expected to be $58, which is 9% less from the 2022 high of $64. CBS News MoneyWatch correspondent Kelly O'Grady shows how your family ...

Top stories - CBS News - 5 days ago

Will the average home equity amount rise in 2025? Here's what experts think.

Homeowners have an average of over $300,000 in home equity right now, which could climb even higher in 2025.

Top stories - CBS News - 5 days ago

How to get rid of credit card debt without ruining your credit

You don't have to sacrifice your credit score to get rid of credit card debt. There are lots of routes to consider.

Will enrolling in a credit card debt management program hurt your credit?

Certain debt relief strategies can have a negative impact on your credit — but is debt management one of them?

How will a late credit card payment impact my credit score?

Just one delinquent credit card payment could have a big impact on the health of your credit. Here's how.

Will my credit score drop if I pay a credit card debt collector?

Paying off an old debt could have an impact on your credit score — but not always in the way you'd think.

Top stories - CBS News - 5 days ago

U.S. consumer confidence surges in October to highest level in nine months

The U.S. consumer-confidence index surged to 108.7 in October from a revised 99.2 reading in the prior month, the Conference Board said Tuesday. This is highest level of confidence since January.

Business - MarketWatch - October 29

Mortgage rates rise to highest level since July due to these 3 reasons

Mortgage applications fell 0.1% in the last week, the Mortgage Bankers Association said.

Business - MarketWatch - October 30

UK borrowing costs hit highest level this year as gilt sell-off intensifies

Bond markets unnerved by scale of extra borrowing in chancellor Rachel Reeves’ Budget

Business - Financial Times - October 31

Amazon's cloud unit records highest profit margin in at least a decade

Amazon Web Services delivered an operating margin of over 38%, the highest since at least 2014.

Business - CNBC - October 31

Global food prices reach highest level in 18 months

Increases signal grocery price pressures likely to rise further over the coming quarters

World - Financial Times - November 8

Spain flood epicentre braces for fresh deluge

World - Yahoo News - November 13

Jake Paul-Mike Tyson was highest-grossing combat event in Texas at $18.1M

Jake Paul’s promotions company says the fighter's unanimous decision over Mike Tyson was the highest-grossing combat sports event in Texas at $18.1 million

Entertainment - ABC News - November 19

Rising energy bills push inflation to highest for six months

Higher inflation pushes up the cost of living for households, and could mean that interest rates remain higher for longer.

How to qualify for a credit card hardship program this November

If you can't pay your credit card bills, a hardship program could provide relief, but you'll need to qualify first.

The cautionary tale of Goldman and Apple’s credit card

Retail banking is not only harder than it looks but also heavily regulated by watchdogs who take their duties very seriously

Business - Financial Times - October 30

Can I get a HELOC with a 580 credit score?

Tapping into your home equity with a poor credit score could be tough— but it may not be impossible. Here's why.

How will filing for bankruptcy impact my credit score?

Bankruptcy can help you wipe the financial slate clean — but it can also do some serious damage to your credit.

FTC sends $2.5 million to Credit Karma customers

The settlement stems from allegations Credit Karma misled consumers into applying for credit offers.

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.

Tucker Carlson credits demons for the invention of nuclear technology

Ex-Fox News host makes bizarre claim on Steve Bannon’s podcast, days after saying a demon attacked him in his sleep. Demons that Tucker Carlson claimed attacked him as he slept were also ...

World - The Guardian - November 4

State Street says it is ‘shopping’ for a private credit manager

Money manager tries to catch up with rivals as investors shift into unlisted assets

Business - Financial Times - November 5

‘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 - November 6

Credit Agricole's Shares Fall After Mixed Results

Credit Agricole reported a smaller-than-expected fall in net profit for the third quarter of 2024 but softer revenue missed views, sending its shares lower.

Business - The Wall Street Journal - November 6

What Trump's campaign credits its success to

President-elect Donald Trump's campaign told reporters about the strategy it says largely contributed to its success. CBS News' Jake Rosen has the details and Aaron Navarro reports on Vice ...

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?

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The 10 U.S. states with the highest average credit scores

Despite a half-point Fed rate cut, the average credit card interest rate fell by just 0.13%, report finds

Tuberculosis infections highest on record: WHO

Average mortgage rate increases heading into winter holidays

Investors' reaction to Budget 'very different' to Truss, says Reeves's deputy

Myanmar overtakes Syria as country with highest landmine casualties

Dodgers' World Series-ending win averages 18.6 million; series averages 15.81 million for 5 games

Dodgers' World Series-ending win averages 18.6 million; series averages 15.81 million for 5 games

Average rate on a 30-year mortgage in the US rises for fifth straight week

Nvidia to join Dow Jones Industrial Average, replacing rival chipmaker Intel

Quantifying how much Nvidia will influence the Dow after it joins the storied average

The average rate on a 30-year mortgage in the US slips to 6.78%

Average cost of Thanksgiving dinner is expected to be lower than past years

Will the average home equity amount rise in 2025? Here's what experts think.

How to get rid of credit card debt without ruining your credit

Will enrolling in a credit card debt management program hurt your credit?

How will a late credit card payment impact my credit score?

Will my credit score drop if I pay a credit card debt collector?

U.S. consumer confidence surges in October to highest level in nine months

Mortgage rates rise to highest level since July due to these 3 reasons

UK borrowing costs hit highest level this year as gilt sell-off intensifies

Amazon's cloud unit records highest profit margin in at least a decade

Global food prices reach highest level in 18 months

Spain flood epicentre braces for fresh deluge

Jake Paul-Mike Tyson was highest-grossing combat event in Texas at $18.1M

Rising energy bills push inflation to highest for six months

How to qualify for a credit card hardship program this November

The cautionary tale of Goldman and Apple’s credit card

Can I get a HELOC with a 580 credit score?

How will filing for bankruptcy impact my credit score?

FTC sends $2.5 million to Credit Karma customers

Is it ever OK to ignore credit card debt collectors?

Tucker Carlson credits demons for the invention of nuclear technology

State Street says it is ‘shopping’ for a private credit manager

‘Positive’ medical debt credit reporting is a Trojan horse

Credit Agricole's Shares Fall After Mixed Results

What Trump's campaign credits its success to

Can credit card debt in collections be forgiven?

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