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Why some Americans kept spending in 2025 despite concerns about the economy

Some Americans enjoyed massive gains in the stock market during 2025, while others cut corners as prices grew higher. CBS MoneyWatch correspondent Kelly O'Grady has more on the U.S. economy as 2026 approaches.

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How much can you sell a 100-ounce bar of silver for right now?

A 100-ounce silver bar could fetch a hefty price today, but the exact amount depends on a few different factors.

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Business doesn’t fear regulations — it fears the uncertainties they cause

Throughout history, entrepreneurs have always dealt with uncertainty. Today, in most countries — and especially in this one — it's an almost annual shifting of political winds.

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Japan Plans to Reduce Sales of Super-Long Government Bonds

Japan plans to reduce sales of government bonds during the fiscal year starting in April, focusing on cuts to super-long debt.

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Here's what is open on the day after Christmas, from retailers to banks

With President Trump declaring Dec. 26 a federal holiday, here's what's open and closed on Dec. 26.

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5 money moves to make in 2026, according to financial experts

As many Americans head into 2026 with mounting money worries, reviewing your finances now could help put you on firmer footing next year.

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‘Precarious’ is Wall Street’s defining word for 2026

Labor market softness, recession fears, AI bubbles and Fed questions are all top of mind as Wall Street heads into 2026.

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Most Americans decide 2025 isn’t the year for charity, poll says

Americans were much more likely to make a Black Friday purchase than a GivingTuesday gift this year.

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We asked experts to rate the U.S. economy in 2025. Here's what they said.

The economy remained on track this year, defying the gloomiest predictions. That doesn't mean Americans are thrilled with how things are going.

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Jobless claims fall again — and they’re even lower than last year

Much has changed in the U.S. economy since President Trump took over from President Biden nearly one year ago, but one thing hasn’t: The low level of layoffs. Companies just aren’t getting rid of many workers.

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Middle East IPOs fall by a third as post-pandemic boom fades

Companies in the region have raised $6.5bn this year so far, down from $9.9bn in 2024

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South Korea offers tax breaks on overseas stock sales to stem currency’s slide

Authorities seek to rein in craze for US equities that has weakened won’s value against dollar

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Australian Dollar Climbs to Highest Since Oct. 2024 on RBA Bets

The Australian dollar climbed to its strongest in more than a year after traders ratchet expectations the Reserve Bank will quickly shift to raising interest rates early next year.

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US Initial Jobless Claims Fall, Continuing Claims Rise

Initial jobless claims in the US fell by 10,000 to 214,000 in the week ending Dec. 20. The median forecast called for 224,000 applications. Continuing claims though rose to 1.92 million. Bloomberg's Michael Ball and Stephanie Roth of Wolfe Research react. (Source: Bloomberg)

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Why 4.3% GDP growth proves the ‘vibecession’ theory is historically wrong

Go beyond the grocery receipt: reality has math and the economy is recovering right now, period.

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‘Lost decade’ of progress after UK introduced shared parental leave, say experts

Research suggests fewer than one in 60 public sector workers share leave with partners when they have a babyWhy shared parental leave is a monumental dud of a policyExperts have criticised a “lost decade” of progress on parental rights after Guardian research suggested that fewer than one in 60 publ…

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Renewed zeal for Boxing Day sales expected to ring up £3.8bn for retailers

High streets and online sellers set to benefit as cash-strapped consumers eke out post-Christmas bargainsUK shoppers are expected to spend £3.8bn this Boxing Day, 2% more than last year, with online sellers experiencing most of that growth but high streets also enjoying a boost from a renewed appeti…

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