There are plenty of conversational landmines to avoid around the holiday dinner table. Money leads the way, according to a recent Bankrate survey. We found that only 38% of U.S. adults are comfortable discussing their bank account balances with family members and close friends. Fewer than half (47%) are comfortable discussing their love lives, ...Read more

Q: I purchased a 2011 Corolla in June. It had a gaping hole for the radio, which the dealer then installed. It is just recently that I have had to use the rear defroster, and I found out that it cuts out my FM radio station while it is on. I have been gathering as much info on this as I can, and it's definitely "a thing" out there. I only have ...Read more

Annuities are often popular with retirees and those looking to retire because of the steady income stream they can provide. But annuities tend to come with high costs and commissions for salespeople, often masquerading as financial advisers, that eat into investors’ returns.

Some firms now offer annuities without commissions, which could be ...Read more

The post-election stock market is already giving investors a wild ride. Big individual stock selloffs, massive rallies, and a dizzying array of market narratives built on Wall Street’s best attempts to read President-elect Donald Trump’s mind. All told, the S&P 500 Index is up almost 4% since Election Day, but the numbers don’t do justice ...Read more

Investing can often be broken down into a few simple rules that investors can follow to be successful. But success can be as much about what to do as it is what not to do. On top of that, our emotions throw a wrench into the whole process. While everyone knows you need to “buy low and sell high,” our temperament often leads us to selling low...Read more

President-elect Donald Trump’s pledge to raise tariffs and the possibility of a second U.S. port strike in January have companies wondering what their inventory strategies should be.

Eden Prairie-based C.H. Robinson, one of the world’s largest logistics companies, has fielded numerous questions from clients on what they should do.

“Keep ...Read more

Donald Trump’s return to the White House is forcing one of Wall Street’s more jargon-filled corners to rethink its talking points.

Investment managers targeting climate change — a concept Trump has referred to as both a “scam” and a “hoax” — say it’s time to start speaking in terms that don’t alienate the millions of ...Read more

UPS has agreed to pay $45 million to settle a complaint with the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission, which alleges the Sandy Springs-based shipper improperly valued one of its businesses.

The SEC alleges UPS misrepresented its earnings because of improper valuation of its UPS Freight unit, which it agreed to sell in 2021.

The SEC said it ...Read more

A Stanford professor serving as an expert in a federal court lawsuit over fakery created by artificial intelligence submitted a sworn declaration containing false information likely made up by an AI chatbot, a legal filing claims.

The declaration submitted by Jeff Hancock, professor of communication and founding director of the Stanford Social ...Read more

The San Diego Union-Tribune’s panel of economists and business leaders reflect on the past year and share what they’re grateful for this year.

Question: What are you most thankful for, economically, this Thanksgiving?

Economists

Caroline Freund, University of California-San Diego School of Global Policy and Strategy

Innovative economy:...Read more

For more than a century, Atlanta beverage giant Coca-Cola has released holiday ads that have closely shaped much of the imagery associated with Christmas. Think Santa Claus and polar bears.

This year, some of Coca-Cola’s holiday ads airing on TV look a little different. They’re generated by artificial intelligence.

In what is the company�...Read more

CHICAGO — The South Side took another step toward becoming a national computer hub Thursday when the Chicago Plan Commission approved the creation of a quantum computer research park on the long-vacant U.S. Steel South Works site.

The vote came after hours of impassioned testimony from dozens of community residents. Many said the project ...Read more

As the Las Vegas Strip prepares for a major motorsports event on the roads this week, some bartenders at a small casino within the Grand Prix circuit are taking off instead of picking up shifts during the Formula One weekend.

“My bartenders all wanted the week off because they did no money last year,” Randy Markin, owner of Stage Door ...Read more

The day after Thanksgiving — Black Friday — is typically the kickoff to the holiday shopping season. But a San Diego marketing expert thinks bargains can be found as early as this weekend because Turkey Day comes later than usual this year.

“We might see greater competition (among retailers) and you may see base discounts bump up into the...Read more

LOS ANGELES — And then there were nine.

Finalists for 2025 North American Car, Truck and Utility Vehicle of the Year (NACTOY) were announced Thursday to kick off the Los Angeles Auto Show. In a variety pack of nominees, Detroit brands scored four nominations.

Car of the Year finalists are the $29,845 Honda Civic Hybrid, $23,145 Kia K4 and $...Read more

As Ford Motor Co.’s upscale brand has had some hurdles in recent years, recently with new releases and lackluster profits, the Lincoln Nautilus arrives in Grasso’s Garage with a bang. Wrapped in beautiful Blue Panther Metallic paint, our Nautilus AWD Black Label tester was appealing to onlookers and riders alike.

On the inside, the Nautilus...Read more

Woodside, California — Forget Mike Tyson vs. Jake Paul. The heavyweight fight to watch is GMC Sierra Denali Ultimate vs GMC Sierra Denali EV.

That's right, the gold-studded GMC brothers are facing off in a V-8 vs. battery death match.

Along with Honda, General Motors Co. is the most committed legacy automaker to an electric future. It even ...Read more