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- Consumer confidence plunges to lowest level in more than a decade
U.S. consumer confidence slumped to the lowest level since 2014 in January, sinking below pandemic-era lows as Americans are concerned about the labor market.The Conference Board released its preliminary consumer confidence reading for January, which showed it declined by 9.7 points to 84.5, from an upwardly revised reading of 94.2 in December. That December revision flipped the initially reported decline to a slight increase, though the January data showed confidence resumed its decline.The 84.5 preliminary consumer confidence reading for January was the lowest since the consumer confidence index dipped to 82.2 in May 2014 and fell below the worst readings of the COVID-19 pandemic."Confidence collapsed in January as consumer concerns about both the present situation and expectations for the future deepened," said Dana M. Peterson, chief economist of The Conference Board. "All five components of the Index deteriorated, driving the overall Index to its lowest level since May 2014 (82.2), surpassing its… ...[TheTopNews] Read More.10 hours ago - Kendall Jenner turns ‘Kardashian Kurse’ into Super Bowl LX betting strategy for Fanatics...As Super Bowl LX commercials started to roll out already, Fanatics Sportsbook called upon a certain high-profile figure for their spot in the "Big Game."No, it isn’t an athlete, but rather one of the most recognizable people in the world with a unique sports tie.Kendall Jenner needs no introduction in her first-ever Super Bowl ad campaign, and Fanatics Sportsbook, as well as the recently-launched Fanatics Studios, helped her lean into the long-running internet joke that any basketball player who gets close to her becomes subject to the "Kardashion Kurse."CLICK HERE FOR MORE SPORTS COVERAGE ON FOXBUSINESS.COMThe "Kardashian Kurse," fueled by memes, real-life coincidences, and fan speculation, involves not just Jenner, but her world-famous sisters, Kim and Khloe Kardashian, as well.The clever 90-second ad produced by Fanatics Studios, which was a groundbreaking joint venture between Fanatics and OBB Media, sees Jenner in her "kursed" mansion on a hill, where she explains… ...[TheTopNews] Read More.10 hours ago
- McDonald’s brings back an iconic item from the 1980sMcDonald's is bringing back its iconic Changeables Happy Meal toys, albeit revamped, for the first time in decades. The fast-food chain told FOX Business that it's bringing back its iconic toys so that a new generation can discover the once fan-favorite.Changeables are transforming toys that change from a McDonald’s food item into a robot-like or dinosaur-like character. The classic line of Happy Meal toys was first introduced by McDonald’s in the late 1980s and 1990s.MCDONALD'S TO SLASH COMBO MEAL PRICES TO WIN BACK BUDGET-CONSCIOUS SHOPPERSOn Tuesday, "the beloved toys that first stole fans’ hearts in the late 80s and early 90s will return to restaurants for a limited time, giving kids and grownups alike the chance to get one of 16 Changeables that transform into classic McDonald’s icons," McDonald’s USA told FOX Business in a statement. The company didn't offer any further details. However, a McDonald's senior marketing director announced in an X post… ...[TheTopNews] Read More.11 hours ago
- Bari Weiss Urges CBS News to Think Like a ‘Start-Up’
“We are not producing a product enough people want,” Ms. Weiss told employees at her first all-staff meeting at the network. ...[TheTopNews] Read More.11 hours ago - As Trump Heads to Iowa to Trumpet Economy, Many Residents Feel PainFarmers are critical to Iowa’s economy. They have been battered by President Trump’s tariffs and are not experiencing the “golden age” that the president promised. ...[TheTopNews] Read More.12 hours ago
- The most buyer-friendly housing markets in the USThere are a handful of housing markets across the Midwest and the Sun Belt that have more available inventory, partly due to a boost in new construction, giving buyers more choices and negotiating power.Taking the top spot on Zillow's list of the metros with the most buyer-friendly housing conditions in 2026 is Indianapolis. The Indiana capital was ranked No. 1 among 50 metros analyzed by Zillow. Atlanta, Charlotte, Jacksonville and Oklahoma City rounded out the top five most buyer-friendly housing markets. Zillow's 2026 outlook projected that the housing market will settle into a healthier state, with buyers seeing a bit more breathing room. CALIFORNIA RESIDENTS FACE BRUTAL CHOICE ONE YEAR AFTER LOS ANGELES FIRE DESTROYED THEIR LIVESStill, the market hasn't improved across the nation as the inventory crunch in certain regions has pushed up competition among buyers. The high home prices and borrowing costs still continue to sideline a majority of buyers.Buyers… ...[TheTopNews] Read More.12 hours ago
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