Poll: Economists Unanimous That Debt Would Balloon Under GOP Tax Plan
A poll found that 38 economists agree the GOP tax plan will not pay for itself through growth. In fact, they're doubtful that growth will happen anyway.
Economy
Taxes, Big-Box Stores And The 'Dark Store Theory'
Some towns rely on taxes that big-box stores pay to help keep their lights on. But in several states, cities accuse those retailers of undervaluing their own properties so they can pay less tax.
Walmart And Amazon's Food Fight
Amazon and Walmart each want to sell you groceries as part of their plan to sell everyone everything. So now Walmart is inventing new kinds of foods to lure customers into the store.
Despite Trump's Promises, Coal Plants Keep Closing
Despite President Trump's vow to put coal miners back to work, coal plants keep closing. We visit a Texas town where one is slated to shut down soon.
Companies Are Trying To Get Shoppers Back In The Stores With Doorbusters
Stores are bringing back doorbuster deals that are available in-store only — a gambit to get more people physically shopping on the Thanksgiving weekend. One of the best discounts this year is 4K televisions.
After Maria: Puerto Rico & Thanksgiving
How many people really died after Hurricane Maria hit Puerto Rico? The official death toll is 55. New evidence suggests that's wrong and by a lot.
Don't Compromise Your Personal Information This Holiday Shopping Season
Consumers say they're worried about identity theft this holiday season, but they say these concerns won't affect how they shop. Here are steps you can take to protect your data online and in stores.
Tax Cuts And The Deficit
Critics of the tax cuts now being debated in Congress say they would cause the budget deficit to soar. But Republicans often have claimed that tax cuts lead to more growth and pay for themselves.
Study Finds Republican Tax Bills Directly Benefit Businesses, Not The Middle Class
In an effort to sell their tax plan, Republicans in both House and Senate have touted the benefits for the middle class. But a close review of the plans reveals that such claims are misleading.
HPU Poll Suggests Black Friday, Thanksgiving Shopping Trends Changing
The day after Thanksgiving is traditionally one of the biggest shopping days of the year.