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Average cost of living on the rise; financial expert talks ways to lower expenses
56+ min ago (303+ words) GREENE COUNTY " The average cost of living has risen 20 percent over the last five years, driven by significant price increases in food, insurance, and services. Consumer advocates are highlighting strategies to help residents lower their monthly expenses as costs for…...
Business Brief: Latest Consumer Price Index shows signs of inflation stabilization
3+ week, 5+ day ago (210+ words) DAYTON " The Consumer Price Index (CPI) showed signs of stabilizing inflation, rising at an annual rate of 2.7 percent in December 2025, maintaining the same rate as in November 2025. The CPI measures price changes in various sectors, including food, housing, health care,…...
Business Brief: Americans spent large amounts of money during the holidays
1+ mon, 2+ day ago (209+ words) DAYTON " Americans spent significantly during the holiday shopping season, with many opting for credit cards to make their purchases despite some product prices reaching all-time highs. According to the accounts receivable company ACA International, more than 40% of shoppers identified credit…...
Gas prices are cheaper now than a year ago; Gas Buddy predicts average lower prices
1+ mon, 4+ day ago (138+ words) Gas prices are cheaper now than a year ago; Gas Buddy predicts average lower prices'WHIO TV Save more, spend less & avoid ripoffs Inside look at law enforcement & true crime Your one-stop shop for delicious dishes Documentaries that enlighten & entertain In-depth…...
What's driving the rollercoaster in gold and silver prices?
1+ mon, 1+ week ago (655+ words) (NEW YORK) -- Silver prices on Monday suffered their largest single-day drop in almost five years, before rebounding nearly 8% in midday trading on Tuesday. Some other precious metals, including gold, rode a similar rollercoaster. Bumpiness in recent days owes in part…...
US economy grew more than expected in 3rd quarter
1+ mon, 2+ week ago (135+ words) (NEW YORK) -- The U.S. economy expanded more than economists expected over a recent three-month period, recording robust growth despite concerns about sluggish hiring and cash-strappped shoppers, federal government data on Tuesday showed. US economy grew more than expected in 3rd quarter (NEW…...
Clark Howard: The cost of inflation
2+ mon, 3+ week ago (497+ words) DAYTON " The cost of inflation impacts everything from groceries to housing to transportation and retirement. And, household budgets are feeling the pinch, too. News Center 7s Consumer Advocate, Clark Howard, explains how people are changing where and what they spend money…...
Homeowners insurance rates in Dayton see record hikes: 5 steps to take right now
2+ mon, 3+ week ago (857+ words) Ohio home insurance rates continue to rise, along with rate increases across the country, leaving homeowners wondering about potential solutions. There are ways to lower homeowners insurance, including policy reviews, risk inspections, and bundling insurance. According to a recent Newsweek…...
I-TEAM Consumer Alert: Increased prices lead to ‘sticker shock’ for consumers
2+ mon, 3+ week ago (217+ words) DAYTON " Consumers are experiencing sticker shock at grocery stores as "shrinkflation" leads to smaller product sizes without a price decrease. Shrinkflation is a trend where products become smaller while prices remain unchanged, affecting items like Ziploc bags, Cascade detergent, and…...
Nvidia and other tech companies prop up Wall Street as most stocks fall
3+ mon, 1+ week ago (713+ words) NEW YORK " Nvidia and other technology companies are propping up Wall Street on Monday, while most other stocks fall following a discouraging signal on the health of U.S. manufacturing. The S&P 500 was virtually unchanged in morning trading and was holding…...