Business + Economy
PAUL WISEMAN AP Economics Writer
US added a strong 517,000 jobs in January despite Fed hikes
The Fed is aiming to achieve a "soft landing" — a pullback in the economy that is just enough to tame high inflation without triggering a recession.2 hours ago
Mark Jones
Eyeing retirement: How much money is enough after you leave a job?
How do you know when it's time to leave a job or if you'll have enough for retirement? Dave and Dujanovic talk to a financial planner about this important question.13 hours ago
Curt Gresseth
Interest rate ticks up. Time to tame your debt.
The chief financial analyst for Bankrate.com joins the show to talk about the rising interest rate and how you can get out from under the debt you have accumulated.15 hours ago
Simone Seikaly
Lack of access stands between Black-owned businesses and success
But lack of access to money isn't the only thing that hinders Black-owned business in Utah and across the nation.2 days ago
Elizabeth Weiler
Humane Society of Utah says shelters are full, adoptions are needed
The Humane Society of Utah says their shelters are filling up, especially with large breed dogs and puppies.2 days ago
Nicole Goodkind, CNN
Fed approves small rate hike, nodding to improved inflation outlook
The decision comes after months of large rate increases intended to cool the economy and marks a return to a more traditional interest-rate policy.2 days ago
Danielle Wiener-Bronner, CNN
Is that Gatorade? Or Powerade? It may soon be hard to tell.
Powerade is hoping that a revamped recipe and new look will help finally unseat Gatorade from the top spot in the sports drink arena.2 days ago
Britt Johnson
Used car prices dropping but supply still low
The prices of used cars are starting to fall in Utah, however, dealers are seeing a very low supply of used cars.3 days ago
Allessandra Harris
South Jordan could see new housing development
Amid Utah's housing crisis, developers are taking advantage of over 200,000 acres in South Jordan for a new housing community.4 days ago
Paul R. La Monica, CNN
Jobs report to give further clues about where economy is headed
Economists predict that 185,000 jobs were added last month, a slowdown from the gain of 223,000 jobs in December and 263,000 in November.5 days ago
Paul R. La Monica and Nathaniel Meyersohn, CNN
Bed Bath & Beyond says it can no longer pay its debts
The end could be near for struggling retailer Bed Bath & Beyond, as it warned in a regulatory filing Thursday that it received a notice of default from its lender, JPMorgan Chase.7 days ago
Simone Seikaly
Utah leading a lawsuit against new ESG rule affecting 401(k) plans
Utah Attorney General Sean Reyes said the states in the lawsuit are concerned about the federal government's promotion of ESG investing.7 days ago
Mark Jones
Economists are worried of a recession in 2023, financial expert weighs in
Many economists are fearing a recession in 2023 despite the U.S. economy ending last year better than expected.7 days ago
Kate Davis and Simone Seikaly
Cottonwood Connect offers a new way to get up Cottonwood Canyons
The goal is to fill gaps left when UTA limited ski bus service. The shuttle will run Thursday through Sunday through mid-April.8 days ago
PAUL WISEMAN AP Economics Writer
US economy slowed but still grew at 2.9% rate last quarter
Most economists think the economy will slow further in the current quarter and slide into at least a mild recession by midyear.8 days ago
Pete Muntean and Greg Wallace, CNN
US Transportation Dept. investigating Southwest holiday travel meltdown
The US Transportation Department said it is in the early stages of an investigation into the Southwest Airlines holiday travel meltdown in December.8 days ago
Curt Gresseth
Banks to launch app to compete with Apple Pay and Venmo
Banks are launching a new app for online money transfers that customers can trust to protect their finances.9 days ago
Waverly Golden
Beans & Brews Coffeehouse named a top franchise
Founded in Salt Lake City Beans & Brews Coffeehouse was recognized as a top franchise in Entrepreneur's Franchise 500 this year.10 days ago
Matt Egan, CNN
More layoffs are on the way, survey of business economists finds
(CNN) — For the first time since the early days of the pandemic, most business economists expect their companies to cut payrolls in the coming months, according to a new survey released Monday. Just 12% of economists surveyed by the National Association for Business Economics (NABE) anticipate employment will increase at their firms over the next […]10 days ago
Mark Jones
Smuggling eggs: What people will do these days to get eggs
ABC News correspondent Alex Stone tells KSL NewsRadio that he has heard reports of the smuggling of eggs into the country by citizens who live near the Mexico border.13 days ago
Simone Seikaly
December jobs numbers wrap up ‘strong economic year’ in Utah
In Utah, seasonally adjusted unemployment remains at 2.2%, and nearly 39,000 Utahns are unemployed. Nationally, the December unemployment rate lowered to 3.5%.14 days ago
Samantha Herrera
Utah businesses lose billions annually because of childcare issues
The report found that a big part of those losses comes from employee absences and turnover.15 days ago
JOSH BOAK Associated Press
US Treasury buys time for Biden and GOP on debt limit deal
Friction between President Joe Biden and House Republicans are raising alarms about whether the U.S. can sidestep a potential economic crisis.15 days ago
MATT O'BRIEN, Associated Press
Job cuts in tech sector spread, Microsoft lays off 10,000
Microsoft said in a regulatory filing Wednesday that had just notified employees of the layoffs, some of which begin immediately.16 days ago
Today’s Top Stories
Bill would allow individuals to become teachers without a bachelor’s degree
One person killed in wrong-way head-on collision on I-15 near Beck Street
SLCPD arrest two people in connection to a Wednesday shooting
Utah mom shares grocery budgeting tips
Bill would require buildings to post signs for events meant for adults
US added a strong 517,000 jobs in January despite Fed hikes
Fake nursing diploma scheme in Florida; 25 arrested
Two employees found unconscious at Northrop Grumman, died later at hospital
Utah senator joins other senators in support of concealed-carry reciprocity
One person dead following a stabbing in Salt Lake City suspect still at large