MBA grads are struggling to find work. Here's why it's unlikely to get easier anytime soon.
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Trump drew the line at Social Security cuts in Republicans' proposed budget, but Medicaid is on the chopping block
Medicaid may be on the chopping block as the Trump administration prepares its budget blueprint.
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The federal paperwork mine in DOGE's crosshairs is real and bizarre
In the Oval Office on Tuesday, Elon Musk said the government stores and processes retirement paperwork in an old limestone mine. It's real.
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It's official: Egg prices are at all-time highs after the biggest spike in 10 years
The Bureau of Labor Statistics said egg prices increased by 15.2% from December to January, the biggest rise since 2015.
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California's last-resort home insurer is getting a $1 billion bailout. Homeowners could be on the hook for some of the bill.
The bailout will be funded by the state's private insurers, but a new rule says they they can pass up to half of the cost on to customers.
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Inflation came in hotter than expected in January
Inflation accelerated in January, with the consumer price index rising 3% year over year, above economists' expectations.
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Startups are showering employees with wild perks, from MRIs to 'pawternity leave'
As Big Tech cuts back on cushy perks, startups are offering everything from college funds for employees' kids to 'compassionate leave' for breakups.
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2 Democratic senators lay out 3 things on the line for student-loan borrowers ahead of Trump's Education Department pick facing Congress
Trump's education secretary pick, Linda McMahon, has an upcoming confirmation hearing. Sens. Elizabeth Warren and Andy Kim outlined what they'll ask.
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The impact of Trump's tariffs is already being felt
There are already winners and losers from Trump's tariff announcements, from investors betting on gold to fashion brands pausing marketing campaigns.
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93% of Gen Zers use AI at work — and it's giving them a huge advantage
If you can't beat 'em, join 'em: How Gen Z is using AI to get ahead at work.
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America's broken housing market is making people lonelier. Moving near friends could help.
New housing laws in some states, including California, are making it easier to build denser, more affordable, and community-focused housing.
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Trump moves ahead with 25% tariffs on all steel and aluminum imports, escalating trade tensions
Trump slapped tariffs on steel and aluminum in his first term, but with exemptions. Now, he's escalating and implementing 25% tariffs on all partners.
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Trump is set to order new tariffs on steel and aluminum. Here are the top countries that supply America's metal imports.
Trump plans to place a 25% tariff on steel and aluminum imports. Here are the top countries that supply metals to the US.
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Gold hits record high after Trump threatens steel and aluminum tariffs
Gold surged past $2,900 per ounce and aluminum, iron ore, copper and silver futures rose after President Donald Trump said he'd target metal imports.
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Restaurants are adding egg surcharges — and it's partly my fault
How restaurants and grocery stores are using media coverage about egg prices to charge you more for an omelet.
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Behind the scenes, corporate America is scrambling to stop Trump's deportation plans
Inside the stealth lobbying campaign by big business to change Trump's mind on immigration
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The economics and innovation behind modern warfare
In this Sunday edition of Business Insider Today, we're showing you how we cover the business of military and defense.
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Trump froze Biden's marquee climate accomplishment and it's roiling the renewable energy world
President Donald Trump's pause on federal climate funding is delaying renewable energy projects and hiring.
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Fido's RTO blues: America's pets are heartbroken over the end of WFH
Companies are demanding workers return to the office. Nobody knows what to do with their pets who only know the work-from-home era.
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They inherited billions from their parents. They don't want it.
They only had one weekend to give away $100 million of their inheritance. But first, karaoke.
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Trump wants to reduce the trade deficit. Here's why that matters.
President Donald Trump has made reducing the trade deficit a central part of his "American First Trade Policy." Here's what you need to know.
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'CFPB RIP': Musk and Trump's plans to shrink an agency that cracks down on medical debt and overdraft fees are underway
Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent called for a halt on most of the CFPB's work. It could impact rules on overdraft fees, medical bills, and more.
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Eggs hatch more bad news: They're expensive, hard to find — and their shells are going to start chipping more, too.
Egg prices are going up and grocery store shelves are increasingly bare. You already knew that. Did you know we're in for chippier eggshells? Yep.
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Meet 2 older Americans who turned to living in their vehicles in their retirement amid a housing affordability crisis
Older Americans priced out of homes sometimes turn to van life for affordability and freedom, and two in their 70s shared their experiences.
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Some American shoppers are getting asked to pay high fees to receive their packages after Trump's new China tariffs
US shoppers shared screenshots with BI showing the import fees they were asked to pay to receive their packages, some as high as $115.
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Millions of student-loan borrowers are at the center of the latest probes into Elon Musk's DOGE
A lawsuit filed against the Education Department accused it of giving DOGE access to student-loan borrowers' personal information.
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The US economy added 143,000 jobs in January, fewer than expected
The US started 2025 with lower job growth than anticipated and another month of falling unemployment.
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'Elon and I are completely aligned on cutting waste,' says Treasury Secretary Bessent
Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent told Bloomberg that major savings could be made and DOGE was one of the most important government audits he'd seen.
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Why Friday's jobs report could cause widespread confusion
Annual data revisions could show slower job growth in 2024 than we previously thought.
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The USAID shutdown could make China more powerful. Beijing is already pouring billions into countries around the world.
The end of USAID could mean more space for China to expand globally. BI analyzed where China invests the most and how it compares to US aid.
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Federal workers sue to stop USAID's dismantling and the cutting of its workforce from 10,000 to 300 staff
USAID faces a slashing of its workforce to 290 employees. A lawsuit filed Thursday seeks injunctive relief to halt the cuts.
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Some Head Start childcare centers say they can't get federal funds. They're paying staff out of pocket and worried about closing: 'Folks are scared.'
Childcare center employees told BI that they're locked out of their federal grants, leaving them unable to pay staff and other bills.
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The job market is flashing signs that layoffs could accelerate this year
Business filings of mass layoff plans have been elevated in recent months. The unemployment rate is historically low, but ticked steadily higher last year.
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Why Russia's economy may be even worse off after the war in Ukraine ends
Russia appears to be "addicted" to military spending to keep its economy propped up, a think tank said this week.
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Federal workers still have lingering questions on Trump's buyout — and just hours left to decide
On Thursday, federal workers make a potentially life-changing decision about Trump's deferred-resignation offer. Some of them are still confused.
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DeepSeek is a helpful tool but not as strong as its competitors, say 5 workers who use AI to boost productivity
Five people who've tried DeepSeek to save time at work share how it compares to ChatGPT and Claude.
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How US immigrants working illegally help fund programs they can't access, like Social Security and Medicare
Immigrants are vital to US tax revenue amid a declining birth rate and rising number of retirees.
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Texas' largest university strikes a deal to test a cleaner way to power AI
Texas A&M plans to be a test bed for small nuclear reactors that could help meet the state's skyrocketing electricity demand from AI data centers.
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USAID is on Trump and Musk's cost-cutting list. Here's where the foreign aid agency spends its money.
USAID cuts, led by Donald Trump and Elon Musk, may reduce aid to Ukraine, Jordan, and Ethiopia — but could reduce wasteful spending, Republicans say.
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California's largest home insurer wants to hike rates by 22% for homeowners to help pay for LA's wildfires
State Farm has asked the state's insurance commissioner for approval to increase premiums on homeowners, citing financial challenges.
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The Treasury's payment system is one of Elon Musk's targets. Here's what it does, from Social Security to tax refunds.
Elon Musk is facing scrutiny over accusations he gained access to sensitive Treasury data, including Social Security and Medicare information.
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Hours after pausing packages, USPS reverses course on parcels from China and Hong Kong
The United States Postal Service said it would keep accepting parcels from China and Hong Kong and try to "ensure the least disruption" to deliveries.
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100,000 eggs were stolen from a supplier in Pennsylvania amid rising prices
Police say they are investigating the theft of 100,000 eggs from a Pennsylvania supplier. Egg prices have surged due to avian flu and holiday demand.
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How the China tariffs will impact what US consumers pay for things
From new phones to kitchen appliances and clothes, Trump's tariffs on Chinese imports could result in a slew of higher prices.
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USPS temporarily stops accepting inbound packages from China and Hong Kong
The US Postal Service decision, which takes effect immediately, is a potential blow to Chinese online retailers such as Shein and Temu.
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Trump wants a US sovereign wealth fund. Here's what that could mean.
The US doesn't run a surplus like most sovereign wealth funds. But Trump's order refers to trillions in existing assets.
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China's rapid tariff response shows Beijing is ready for Trump
China's targeted and calibrated response to Trump's tariffs shows Beijing isn't backing down, economists told Business Insider.
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Workers forced to return to the office may soon become 'accidental landlords'
Homeowners forced to move face a tough dilemma: Sell the old house or rent it out? Going the landlord route makes sense for some, but it's not easy.
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Record-high egg prices aren't expected to get cheaper until the 2nd quarter
A dozen eggs could average $2.50 in the second quarter. Prices have soared amid shortages in the US due to bird flu and other factors.
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