New poll finds 15% or less is the standard tip at dinner
How much do you leave as a tip at a restaurant?
Economy
Your $2 bill could be worth thousands
Some newer bills such as those printed in 2003 could have significant value.
Baby Boomer spending is saving U.S. economy
(CNN) — When it comes to living large, baby boomers are at the top of the list. meanwhile, younger Americans are struggling just to keep up. Internal data from Bank of America shows a “significant gap” in spending has opened recently between older and younger generations. while baby boomers and the generation before them are spending their money on traveling…
USC economist explains impact of federal debt ceiling debate
In the meantime, Von Nessen says the holdup is hurting the US economy and impacting GDP.
US jobless claims rise but remain at historically low levels
U.S. applications for jobless benefits rose to their highest level in more than a year, but remain at relatively low levels despite efforts by the Federal Reserve to cool the economy and job market in its battle against inflation
U.S. applications for jobless benefits rose to their highest level in more than a year, but remain at relatively low levels despite efforts by the Federal Reserve to cool the economy and job market in its battle against inflation
Recap & Rebuttals — Governor McMaster delivers State of the State Address
Freshly re-elected Governor Henry McMaster delivered his State Of The State address Wednesday night.
ABC Columbia’s Lee Williams provides a recap on the governor’s speech, as well as rebuttals from Democratic State Senator Ronnie Sabb.
Holiday spending expected to increase this year
Despite inflation consumers are planning to spend around $830 on average on gifts and holiday items, according to the National Retail Federation.
Despite inflation consumers are planning to spend around $830 on average on gifts and holiday items, according to the National Retail Federation.
U.S. adds 261,000 jobs in October
The latest jobs report is out today and the U.S. economy saw a rise in jobs last month.
The latest jobs report is out today and the U.S. economy saw a rise in jobs last month.
UofSC, Benedict College classes begin this week, Mayor Rickenmann reacts
With classes beginning this week for schools like the University of South Carolina and Benedict College, students have returned to Columbia’s downtown.
Mayor Daniel Rickenmann is excited for their return, and for what their return means for Columbia.
ONE ON ONE: USC economist explains recent inflation, predicts future trends
The Federal Reserve has raised interest rates in an effort to combat high inflation. Von Nessen believes that we will also see less new spending from the federal government.
