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President Trump is campaigning in traditionally red states as voters worry about rising prices.

Andy Blocker, Head of Policy, Regulatory and Government Relations at Edward Jones, says voters are focused less on broad economic indicators and market performance than on whether they can cover current bills and save for retirement. He describes the election as being about “green” in voters’ pockets and says the outcome remains uncertain despite predictions that it is settled. He speaks with Romaine Bostick on "The Close." (Source: Bloomberg)

Bloomberg’s Mark Niquette says voters who shifted toward Trump in 2024—including young, low-income and Latino voters—are increasingly frustrated with the economy and feel he has not kept his promise to lower prices. He co-wrote The Big Take and reports on "Balance of Power." (Source: Bloomberg)

While affluent households maintain strong discretionary purchases, price-conscious shoppers increasingly seek bargains at discount stores due to higher costs.

California Reps. Vince Fong and James Gallagher introduced two joint resolutions to overturn the California Air Resources Board's Vessels At-Berth and Commercial Harbor Craft regulations, which they argue act as hidden climate taxes increasing costs for consumers.

Whether you’ve noticed it or not, it’s virtually guaranteed that your home repair bills (particularly involving HVAC and plumbing) have increased dramatically in the past few years. And when I say dramatically, I’m talking about a rate that exceeds inflation by more than 25% — and probably more like 40%. According to one estimate, average ...

A former U.S. ambassador to the EU explains how excessive regulation and rigid labor markets fuel Europe's protests over rising living costs.

Multiple regions in the U.S. typically associated with lower costs of living have experienced rising affordability pressures, according to the Urban Institute.

Democrat Josh Turek wants Iowa voters focused on one thing as they head to the polls: the rising cost of living.

“Increased premiums do not remain with the shipowners”

American workers are paying hundreds more for employer-sponsored health insurance in 2026, with family coverage contributions rising 9% as premiums outpace wage growth.

Recent CBS News polling shows affordability and inflation concerns continue to matter to voters ahead of the midterms. CBS News' Nancy Cordes reports.

One week before midterm elections, President Donald Trump is struggling to deliver on his promise to bring down costs

A new idea for lowering food prices that could actually work

In the first six months of 2026, more than 7,500 restaurant locations have closed nationwide. Mark Strassmann reports that rising costs and declining sales are forcing some to make tough decisions.

Mike Johnson Doubles Down On ‘Extraordinary Record’ As Affordability Crisis Threatens GOP’s House Majority

Rising costs and farm-country strain have turned Republican-leaning Midwestern states into midterm battlegrounds, CNN reported Sunday, as President Donald Trump prepared to rally in Michigan nine days before the Nov. 3 election.

Halloween candy sales fell 6.7% in the month ended Oct. 17 compared to the same period last year, according to NielsenIQ, a market research firm.

Democrats are closing out some of the country's most competitive Senate races with a call to arms against the influence of the filthy rich. In their telling, the affordability crisis is really a corruption crisis.

Protests over inequality and living costs drew an estimated 410,000 people across France, with clashes in several cities for a second straight weekend.

In an exclusive interview with Meet the Press, Sen. Adam Schiff (D-Calif.) says Democratic oversight should focus on bringing down costs and corruption, that could potentially lead to impeachment.

In an exclusive interview with Meet the Press, Gov. Gretchen Whitmer (D-Mich.) shares why she’s confident Democrats can win up and down the ballot in Michigan.

Mention the low and falling birthrate, and you’re bound to get a hundred bad responses. The two most common explanations are that young people are too selfish and lazy, or that having children is too unaffordable. Those who blame unaffordability for the Baby Bust don’t have a lot of data on their side, but they […]

They’re trying to build middle-class lives in New York. But many 30-year-olds in the city feel worse off than their parents. Is it average adult angst? Or something more enduring?

The U.S. has no national law for paid parental leave. But in states that do, more dads are using the benefit, sometimes more than moms. The change comes as Americans say having kids is unaffordable.