Mamdani's rent freeze is official. One chart shows who stands to benefit.
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Price hikes are making gaming feel like a luxury hobby
Consoles, games, subscriptions, and memory are getting more expensive for gamers — and analysts say there isn't a simple fix.
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I own a Turkish Restaurant in San Francisco. Turkey's World Cup match here has changed my business.
Turkey playing in San Francisco as part of the FIFA World Cup 2026 has brought new customers to one restaurant, Turquaz's owner told Business Insider.
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Microsoft is raising Xbox prices yet again due to the memory shortage — this time by $100-$150
Microsoft said memory and storage prices have increased by "more than 2.5x" and it expects "another doubling by the fall of 2027."
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Judge blocks key part of Trump's student-loan repayment overhaul with days to go
A federal court ruled that the Education Department's proposed borrowing caps for advanced healthcare programs cannot take effect on July 1.
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A new legal filing calls to stop the transfer of millions of student-loan borrowers off a key affordable repayment plan
Millions of student-loan borrowers on SAVE will soon have to find a new repayment plan. A lawsuit wants to halt that.
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What the bipartisan housing bill that Trump refuses to sign means for you
Congress overwhelmingly passed a massive affordable housing bill. Here's what it means for American households.
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Student-loan borrowers are struggling with repayment. A new federal report shows a key reason.
The Education Department's inspector general released a new report detailing how key offices overseeing federal student loans have been cut.
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Are you good at saving money? What are your best hacks? Tell us about it.
We want to hear how you save money. From budgeting, to meal prepping, to buying secondhand, share your favorite tips and strategies.
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Saunas and cold plunges aren't just for the rich — it's never been cheaper to build your own wellness room
Health-obsessed homebuyers are splurging on cold plunges, saunas, and cryotherapy chambers. Real estate's biggest flex isn't just for the uber-rich.
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A stock-fueled economic slump is 'one of the many things' keeping KPMG's top economist up at night
A reversal of the stock market's long rally could be especially painful for the US economy, KPMG's top economist Diane Swonk warns.
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Commutes are getting worse, but I'm here to help with some advice
Flexible work schedules mean people are commuting at all hours of the day — and it's turning our trips to the office into a nightmare.
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Wall Street's new obsession: Guessing when the next rate hike will be
Kevin Warsh is proving hard to read so far. With data sparse for the next few weeks, traders have their work cut out.
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America is stuck in a never-ending rush hour
Americans are using newfound flexibility to commute at weird hours, which means we're stuck in a never-ending rush hour.
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Here's how much money you need to make to be middle-class in every US state
A recent SmartAsset study revealed the income needed to be considered middle class in every US state. See where yours falls.
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Can the US compete with Asian megafactories making American jeans?
Foreign competition has shuttered nearly every US denim mill. We went inside one of the oldest ones left and checked out the high-tech competition.
My mom is 91 and still active every day. Her housing costs less than assisted living.
Margaret Burke, 62, lives in Taiwan and is caring remotely for her 91-year-old mother in Myrtle Beach, South Carolina, but wants to move back.
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Replika founder predicts 'crazy protests' over AI: 'People are really struggling to find jobs'
Eugenia Kuyda, the founder of the AI chatbot startup Replika, says fears about AI eliminating jobs are justified — and will lead to backlash.
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Neuberger Wealth CIO says investors should watch for one signal that shows the US consumer is weakening
Neuberger's Shannon Saccocia say risks to consumers are being underestimated, and there's one signal investors should be watching for among retailers.
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Meet the typical New Yorker: A rent-burdened 30-something who earns $80,000 a year
NYC population data shows that the typical New Yorker is young, relatively affluent, and spends a lot of money on rent.
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One chart shows AI's jobs impact — and how it compares to other tech advances
Yale Budget Lab researchers said AI usage has "no connection" to unemployment rates in the US right now.
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You can't afford to have FOMO this summer
Higher-earners are likely to keep spending on luxury vacations, but that doesn't mean you just have to sit by in jealousy.
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The 3 biggest challenges US homeowners and renters are facing right now
Harvard University's Joint Center for Housing Studies released their 2026 report. Housing vacancies and soaring prices are hitting Americans hard.
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I'm 29 and make $250,000 as an analytics engineer in NYC. Here are the hacks I use to make living here more affordable.
New York resident Renee Li shares her cost of living in NYC and how she saves money, including specific apps, credit card points, and shopping habits.
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Lyft is hiring ride-hailing drivers to service self-driving cars. It's a chance to 'get skilled up,' one exec says.
Lyft's Flexdrive is hiring ex-drivers for its Nashville depot to maintain Waymo self-driving cars, offering a unique career path.
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I quit my job without another one lined up. AI helped me use my time smartly and land a new role within a month.
A software engineer shares how he used AI to supercharge his job search and land a role within a month of hunting.
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They bought World Cup tickets months ago. Now they're out of luck.
Over a dozen fans said that they bought tickets to attend the World Cup on sites like Stubhub. But the day of the game the sellers didn't deliver.
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Student-loan borrowers can act now to become eligible for a new repayment benefit
The Education Department announced a 1% student-loan interest-rate deduction for borrowers who enroll in autopay beginning July 1.
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A troubling economic pattern is flashing a warning for stocks
Market vet Jim Paulsen flagged the rising share of GDP tied to the public sector, a pattern that has historically signaled weakness for stocks.
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Student-loan borrowers were mistakenly told their monthly payments were $50. Some of their bills are much higher.
One student-loan borrower applied for a repayment plan, thinking her monthly payment was $50. Three days later, she got a bill for $2,200.
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Massachusetts was just ranked the best economy in the US. Innovation is a big reason why.
Massachusetts edged out Washington and Utah in a WalletHub study ranking states' economies. These factors put it at the top.
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Are premium rewards cards fair or foul? Let us know in our survey.
We're unpacking how premium credit cards are turning into a trap for some.
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Taxing the rich is getting more popular. Here's why California's proposal lost steam anyway.
A wealth tax proposal in California is running into left-leaning resistance, with critics arguing it's not a stable revenue source.
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Gas prices drop below $4 a gallon for the first time in months
As of Thursday morning, the average cost of a gallon of gas in the US was $3.99, down from a peak of over $4.50 in May.
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What prediction markets are saying about the chances of California passing a billionaire tax
Kalshi and Polymarket bettors are unsure if California Gov. Gavin Newsom can prevent a proposed billionaire tax from reaching voters.
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The sneaky luxury tax hiding in your wallet
Premium rewards cards offer points, lounge access, and luxury perks — but those rewards are also changing how consumers think about spending.
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What smart people are saying after Fed chair Kevin Warsh's debut
New Fed chair Kevin Warsh signaled a sweeping overhaul of the central bank, from forecasts and forward guidance to AI and operations.
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Kevin Warsh's first big Fed move comes straight from the CEO playbook
New Fed chair Kevin Warsh is using classic corporate strategies to guide monetary policy changes and signal a leadership shift.
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Kevin Warsh looks ready to rewrite the Fed's rules
Trump pick Kevin Warsh oversaw his first meeting as chair of the Fed. Here are Business Insider's biggest takeaways.
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Fed meeting recap: FOMC holds interest rates steady, Kevin Warsh signals a break from tradition
The Fed held interest rates steady, and Kevin Warsh signaled a break from tradition in his first FOMC meeting as chair.
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See how Elon Musk's fortune compares with the richest Americans in history
Elon Musk is now the world's first trillionaire after the SpaceX IPO. See how his fortune compares with 28 of America's richest people ever.
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3 things for investors to watch for during Kevin Warsh's first presser as Fed Chair
The market is nearly unanimous that the Fed will hold rates steady. But Warsh could move the market depending on what he says about rates.
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Pizza Hut is getting a new owner: Private equity firm LongRange buys chain in $1.5 billion deal
Yum! Brands is selling Pizza Hut for $2.7B, with LongRange Capital and Yum China taking over. Yum! will refocus on KFC, Taco Bell, and Habit Burger.
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Aerospace companies are looking beyond traditional hubs. Iowa is making its case.
Iowa's aerospace industry attracts companies with skilled workforce, low costs, and site readiness, making it a top choice for expansion.
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The 20 most peaceful countries in the world, ranked
Amid military tensions overseas, international peace has gained new importance for those looking to travel or move abroad.
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'I have beef with them': Mrs. Dow Jones explains why she thinks the FIRE movement is a 'sham'
Haley Sacks says disciples of the FIRE movement are too extreme for many people looking to build wealth and live comfortably.
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The World Cup is coming to Atlanta. Small businesses hope it pays off.
Some Atlanta entrepreneurs are investing thousands ahead of the World Cup. Whether it'll pay off is still up in the air.
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The same ride on Uber and Lyft, 29 different prices: What researchers found when they tested the apps
Uber and Lyft prices varied greatly according to a Consumer Reports study, despite identical ride requests made at the same time.
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Nasdaq spikes 3%, oil slides on US-Iran deal to open the Strait of Hormuz
Trump said the US reached a deal with Iran to reopen the Strait of Hormuz, a possible end to a 15-week conflict that upended global oil markets.
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