Amanda Peacher
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Inflation hits harder in rural areas
Feb 9, 2022
The consumer price index captures how much urban residents spend on goods and services, but it misses some of the nuance of rural life.
University students flock to supply chain majors
Feb 7, 2022
The pandemic boosted demand for these professionals — and upped their pay. New challenges include last-mile delivery and sustainability.
Home prices climbing in "family-friendly" areas
Feb 4, 2022
A Zillow analysis found that an increasing number of millennials with young children are looking to buy.
Report shows that for shift workers, schedule uncertainty destroys peace of mind
Feb 3, 2022
It also means they can't always make enough to cover basic costs.
COVID-19 vaccine for kids under 5 could be available soon
Feb 2, 2022
As the number of vaccinated people increases, so does movement in the economy.
Consumers feel the pinch as inflation, omicron drag on
Jan 28, 2022
Despite good economic data like GDP growth, many Americans are not optimistic.
GDP growth in 2021 signals a strong economic recovery
Jan 27, 2022
GDP climbed by 5.7% last year — the highest annual growth rate in more than three decades.
The college test prep industry is changing, as more and more schools make the tests optional
Jan 27, 2022
Some students looking for merit aid and other scholarships still seek tutoring and other help to prepare.
After hitting record lows, mortgage rates are rising again
Jan 19, 2022
So far, that hasn't had a chilling effect on applications.
Here's why Microsoft is buying Activision Blizzard
Jan 18, 2022
Microsoft plans to spend nearly $70 billion for the video game maker, whose problematic workplace culture will present challenges.