Prolonged Strait of Hormuz closure would cause oil prices to surge, experts warn
Traffic through the Strait of Hormuz, the Persian Gulf waterway that serves as a key artery for global oil shipments, has been dramatically curtailed since the Iran war began. The…
U.S. shoppers should brace for impact of higher oil prices, experts say
For U.S. consumers, soaring oil prices due to the Iran war don’t just mean pain at the pump — the impact is also likely to be felt by shoppers both…
Tariffs pose "huge uncertainty" after Supreme Court ruling, experts say
The Supreme Court’s Friday ruling striking down President Trump’s “Liberation Day” tariffs will not free U.S. companies from their concerns about the direction of trade policy. “There is huge uncertainty” facing businesses…
Google just announced the new Pixel 8 and Pixel 8 Pro smartphones. Our phone experts reveal if they're worth it
Google Today, Google announced the new Pixel 8 and Pixel 8 Pro smartphones. They’re truly impressive and are definitely worthy contenders for best Android smartphone when compared to offerings by…
Can TrumpRx help you save money on drugs? Here's what experts say.
At last week’s launch of TrumpRx, President Trump described the discounted drug platform as “one of the most transformative health care initiatives of all time.” But experts and health care…
Experts warn Trump's prescription discount site may not meaningfully lower drug prices
Earlier this month, President Trump launched his TrumpRx website to help lower the cost of some prescription drugs. So far, at least 43 drugs are listed, but the website doesn’t…
Where are mortgage interest rates headed this February? Experts weigh in
A decline in the mortgage interest rate climate may continue into February, some experts expect. spawns/Getty Images Despite interest rates slightly ticking down in 2026, the housing market remains sluggish…
Should California drivers pay their red light tickets? What experts say
Red light cameras are positioned at intersections across Southern California, and while some studies show they reduce the chance of accidents, there is confusion about whether red light tickets must…
U.S. oil companies won't rush to re-enter shaky Venezuela, experts say
Following last weekend’s capture of Venezuelan President Nicolás Maduro and his wife, President Trump said that American oil companies would play a key role in reviving the country’s languishing oil industry. That…
What's the CD rate forecast for January 2026? Here's what experts predict
If you want to maximize the returns on your money, you should know what may be coming for CD rates in the new year. Andrii Yalanskyi/Getty Images Savers, and those…














