Do you qualify for a tariff refund? Important information for consumers.
February 24, 2026 The topic of refunds has been stirring discussions nationwide following the U.S. Supreme Court’s decision to overturn a number of President Donald Trump’s import tariffs on February 20. One report estimates that families in the U.S. could see an increase in taxes of about $1,000 due to these tariffs in 2025. So, […]
Why a credit freeze won’t prevent all identity theft incidents for consumers
Recent data breach disclosures in the U.S. usually detail the type of information compromised and the available consumer protections. The Federal Trade Commission suggests that after a breach involving sensitive personal information, consumers might think about placing a credit freeze to stop new credit accounts from being accessed in their name. Many individuals feel reassured […]
Implications of the Supreme Court decision for consumers
Supreme Court Rules Against Trump’s Trade Tariffs On Friday, President Trump faced a significant setback as the Supreme Court ruled against his “reciprocal” trade tariffs and anti-fentanyl measures. The 6-3 decision raises concerns about the $175 billion in revenue generated over the past year and the viability of Trump’s trade agreements with key partners, many […]
Grandson of Reese’s Peanut Butter Cup Creator Claims Hershey is ‘Changing’ Ingredients That Earned Consumers’ Trust
Concerns Over Changes to Reese’s Peanut Butter Cups Brad Reese, grandson of the original creator of Reese’s Peanut Butter Cups, has raised alarms about Hershey allegedly “silently substituting” the chocolate and peanut butter that consumers have come to love. He believes these changes are undermining the core identity of the candy. In an open letter […]
The next few weeks may provide important insights into the confidence of U.S. consumers.
Consumer Spending Trends Amid Weather Challenges For some time, it appeared American consumers had become less enthusiastic about spending. Retail sales were stagnant in December, even with the usual holiday shopping spirit. Categories like clothing, furniture, and restaurants saw a dip in consumer spending throughout the month. Then a major winter storm hit. The last […]
A study reveals that nearly 90% of Trump’s tariffs were shouldered by American consumers and businesses.
Businesses and consumers in the U.S. shouldered roughly 90% of the costs associated with President Donald Trump’s extensive tariffs last year, which goes against his consistent assertions that foreign nations are footing the bill. This information comes from a recent study conducted by the Federal Reserve Bank of New York. In the first eight months […]
Food companies used tactics like Big Tobacco to hook consumers, according to a study.
Study Links Ultra-Processed Foods to Tobacco Industry Strategies A recent article in the Milbank Quarterly highlights some concerning parallels between ultra-processed foods (UPFs) and the tactics employed by the tobacco industry. Researchers note that both share similar engineering strategies, like dose optimization and hedonic manipulation. This overlap isn’t entirely unexpected, given the historical connections between […]
Fed Chair Jerome Powell notes consumers are trying to save money due to inflation.
Fed Holds Interest Rates Steady Amid Ongoing Economic Concerns The Federal Reserve has decided to maintain interest rates at their current level, as reported by Edward Lawrence from FOX Business. This announcement comes during a time of rising inflation that continues to affect many American households. Chairman Jerome Powell noted that a significant number of […]
Trump proposes direct payments to consumers for healthcare. Here’s what policy experts think about the idea.
Direct Health Care Payments: The White House’s Proposal The White House has once again expressed its backing for providing direct benefits to households aimed at covering healthcare costs. This idea has been a significant focus for President Donald Trump for several months now. However, health policy experts consulted by CNBC have raised doubts about this […]
Tech Companies Should Support Themselves and Safeguard Consumers from Increasing Energy Expenses Due to AI Data Centers
Trump Announces Microsoft Changes to Protect Consumers President Donald Trump shared on Monday that Microsoft is initiating major changes aimed at shielding U.S. consumers from rising utility costs as it works to expand its AI infrastructure. He indicated that tech companies must handle their own expenses for powering their data centers. In a post on […]