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CBS News - Business

Supreme Court ruling against Trump tariffs will offer relief, businesses say -- Businesses could be owed nearly $150 billion in refunds after the Supreme Court struck down tariffs imposed under the International Emergency Economic Powers Act.

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Supreme Court strikes down most of Trump's tariffs in major defeat -- The Supreme Court on Friday ruled President Trump does not have the authority to unilaterally impose sweeping tariffs under a federal emergency powers law.

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Walmart and other big companies say tariffs are forcing them to hike prices -- Large U.S. retailers say the Trump administration tariffs are forcing them to hike customer prices to offset higher costs.

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See where homeowners pay the highest property taxes by county and state -- The median property tax bill in the U.S. soared 30% between 2019 and 2024, compounding the financial pressures on millions of Americans.

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DOJ files complaint against OhioHealth over patient access to affordable healthcare -- The Justice Department's civil antitrust enforcement action against OhioHealth comes a week after DOJ's antitrust chief, Gail Slater,​ was fired from her post.

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Olympians going for gold juggle day jobs to bring in some green -- Olympians often hold down jobs to pay the bills, highlighting the financial challenges facing many athletes competing on the Olympic stage. -- Feb 19

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Judge scolds Mark Zuckerberg's team for wearing Meta glasses to trial -- A Los Angeles judge ordered Meta officials to remove their AI glasses at a trial over the impact of social media on users.

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Lawsuit against Amazon over suicides linked to chemical can go to trial, court rules -- Four families whose loved ones died after consuming sodium nitrite allege that Amazon sold the product despite being aware it could be used for suicide.

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How a U.S. strike on Iran could affect American drivers and borrowers -- Oil prices could surge depending on the level of disruption from U.S. military strikes on Iran, Wall Street analysts say.

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How much tax do I pay if I sell gold? -- Selling gold can trigger taxes you didn't expect. Here's how gains are taxed-and how to think about timing a sale.

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Is it legal to own a 400-ounce gold bar?

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How much gold can you buy without reporting?

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What are today's HELOC and home equity loan interest rates: February 20, 2026? -- Considering borrowing from your home equity? These are the HELOC and home equity loan interest rates to know first.

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HELOC interest rates are falling closer to 7%. Here's how much a $100,000 HELOC costs monthly now.

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Why you should avoid refinancing if borrowing home equity now

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What are today's mortgage interest rates: February 20, 2026? -- Want to purchase a home or refinance your existing one? These are the mortgage interest rates to know right now.

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Inflation just fell. Will mortgage rates fall next? Here's what to consider.

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How to get a mortgage interest rate close to 5% this February

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Tracking rising cost of cars, trucks, groceries ahead of Trump's tariffs -- CBS News is tracking the rising cost of products most impacted by tariffs imposed​ and soon-to-be-imposed by President Trump, from grocery items to cars and trucks.

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MoneyWatch price tracker shows how much food, utility, housing costs are rising -- These charts track prices consumers pay for groceries and other goods now compared to five years ago.

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The typical American worker has $955 saved for retirement -- Millions of Americans lack access to any type of retirement plan, hampering their ability to save for old age.

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How the new $6,000 senior tax deduction could impact older Americans -- A new tax deduction for senior citizens is kicking in this tax season, potentially providing bigger refunds to millions, the AARP says.

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5 MONEY MOVES TO MAKE IN 2026, ACCORDING TO FINANCIAL EXPERTS -- As many Americans head into 2026 with mounting money worries, reviewing your finances now could help put you on firmer footing next year.

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Some job-seekers are paying thousands of dollars just to land an interview -- "Reverse recruitment" firms promise to cut the length of job searches in half and help connect candidates with employers.

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More companies are pointing to AI as they lay off employees -- Although economists have generally downplayed the impact of artificial intelligence on jobs, some employers are highlighting their adoption of AI.

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The No. 1 skill employers are looking for, according to a LinkedIn expert -- Job seekers can raise their chances of landing a position by highlighting a particular kind of work experience, says LinkedIn career expert Catherine Fisher.

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