Consumer stocks, particularly in the discretionary space, are considered a bellwether for the economy as they're sensitive to everyday Americans' spending habits.

While high inflation may be painful for American shoppers and households, it also means higher contribution thresholds.

Most mortgages have 30-year terms. The goal of extending them by 20 years would be to lower monthly payments to a level accessible to more prospective homeowners — and jump-start the sluggish housing market.

These states have the most competitive tax rates, a new report says.

"This season, stacking deals isn’t a hack — it’s the new normal," says one expert.

Credit Spark, which is free to use, can report up to two years of past rent, utility and phone bill payments.