China's exports to the U.S. have dropped sharply this year, in the face of President Trump's tariffs — but the country is still finding plenty of customers elsewhere around the world.

NPR's Ayesha Rascoe speaks to Bank of America Institute's David Tinsley about what the data reveals about affordability in the U.S. as the Federal Reserve approaches its final meeting of 2025.

New numbers from the Commerce Department show inflation is still elevated, but it doesn't appear to be getting worse. The Federal Reserve is expected to cut interest rates next week by another quarter percentage point.

The Trump administration imposed a 107% tariff on more than 12 Italian pasta brands.

A 50-year mortgage could mean lower monthly payments than a 15- or 30-year mortgage.

On Wednesday, Governor Josh Stein announced that 2025 was a record-breaking year for job creation.

Wineries have been popping up across the Midwest for the last three decades.

Michael and Susan Dell announced on Wednesday that they'll give $250 to 25 million children, in investment accounts.

Michael and Susan Dell are donating $6.25 billion to fund "Trump Accounts" for 25 million U.S. children. The gift would put $250 into each eligible child's account.

Klarna, Affirm, and other companies are pushing "buy now, pay later" sales models. And consumers are taking advantage.