Kristin Schwab
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Extra fees have conquered the airline industry. But there may be fewer going forward.
Feb 22, 2023
Customer and airlines like them better than higher airfares.
Consumers say they're worried about the economy, but retail sales are strong
Feb 17, 2023
Data released this week shows there’s a disconnect between what people say and what they do.
Big layoffs grab our attention, but plenty of hiring is happening too
Feb 16, 2023
The hospitality industry, for example, is on a hiring binge.
Why "eat the rich" storylines are taking over TV and movies
Feb 15, 2023
Society's evolving views of the wealthy have brought dark humor to pop culture.
Initial public offerings fell sharply last year. Are things looking up?
Feb 10, 2023
The number of companies debuting IPOs in 2022 hit its lowest level in years. Just 181 companies went public then compared to over 1,000 in 2021. Experts say this year looks a little brighter.
Bed, Bath, Beyond, bankruptcy? A look at the retailer's bid to avoid Chapter 11
Feb 1, 2023
The troubled retailer has been struggling for a decade now. But is there still hope?
Adieu to the Boeing 747, the first jumbo jet
Feb 1, 2023
The iconic plane, which ushered in the era of long-haul air travel, will no longer be produced as of this week.
How much have prices increased over the past year? It depends on where you live.
Jan 30, 2023
Inflation's been running hotter in areas that people have been moving into — and cooler where they're moving out.
Inside the booming business of reselling returned merchandise
Jan 27, 2023
Everyone from publicly traded companies to individuals working out of their garages are buying and reselling liquidated items.
Inside the hectic post-holiday "returns season" at a Costco warehouse
Jan 26, 2023
A good portion never make it back to store shelves.