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Should you make a career move during a pandemic?

There's no doubt that the job market will change-- many believe in drastic ways-- once this pandemic has passed. 

15 Best Work-From-Home Jobs for Retirees

Maybe you could use some extra cash or you just want to keep your mind active after retirement. An increasing number of jobs are remote positions that allow you to work from home — perfect if you aren’t interested in rejoining the commuting slog you left behind. Here are some work-from-home positions to consider.

24 Undervalued Jobs That We Appreciate More Than Ever

Sometimes the most important jobs are the least lucrative. People working in childcare, healthcare, and hospitality are often unpaid and underappreciated, even though these jobs are crucial to society — especially during a pandemic. Data via the Bureau of Labor Statistics shows 24 jobs that yield too-small checks.

Every State’s Unemployment Claims Since COVID-19 Shut the Economy Down

The continuing economic slowdown in the United States has resulted in another weekly surge of jobless claims, with more than 4 million Americans filing for unemployment last week.

Surprising things the world is buying in lockdown

Beyond the headlines of toilet paper and hand sanitizer shortages, it turns out people are stocking up on pretty some unexpected items during lockdown. 

How the coronavirus has changed what Americans are buying

Social distancing, shelter-in-place orders, and the shuttering of nonessential businesses across the country have changed day-to-day realities for millions of Americans.

What questions should investors ask financial advisers now?

Professional guidance could be critical for investors who are navigating in a volatile market.

Financial pros offer smart investing tips during the pandemic

Financial pros Josh Brown, Lazetta Rainey Braxton and Carolyn McClanahan offer smart investment tips to protect your money during the coronavirus crisis.

How to raid your retirement funds in a crisis

In an ideal world, your retirement accounts would be left alone for retirement. You’ve probably noticed that we’re not living in an ideal world. Early withdrawals can have serious repercussions,…

Controversy rises over how pandemic stimulus money is being distributed

Although nearly 1.7 million PPP loans have been approved so far, a survey found that 80% of small businesses are either still waiting to receive their money or have not heard about their application at all. Four major banks are facing lawsuits alleging they prioritize bigger customers, which are now receiving backlash themselves for receiving stimulus money while smaller, independent businesses did not make the cut. Nancy Cordes hears from small business owners who are struggling with the loan program.

5 surprising products that are booming amid coronavirus

The coronavirus has affected many companies, boosting the value of certain products like never before. A few products specifically have seen an increase in sales that might surprise you.

UK economy crumbles as lockdowns drag on

New data adds to signs that the UK economic downturn will be the worst on record. One policymaker says it could be the worst in centuries. Julian Satterthwaite reports.

Enrollment in federal food aid program has gone up 40% since last month

As unemployment claims in the U.S. continue to rise to more than 22 million, enrollment in food stamps or the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program has also increased by 40 percent in the past month. Veuer’s Nick Cardona has that story.

The pandemic is pushing Americans into early retirement

As unemployment spiked, the US labor-participation rate plummeted.

Civil rights agency says employers can test workers for COVID-19

U.S. civil rights agency says employers can test workers for COVID-19

How soon can businesses reopen? Texas suburb takes the plunge

COLLEYVILLE, Texas - As several governors prepared to lift pandemic restrictions this week, a conservative Fort Worth suburb went a step further. Colleyville Mayor Richard Newton became the first in Texas to issue a proclamation allowing churches, retail stores, gyms, salons, massage parlors and restaurants to reopen Friday - with social distancing - ahead of an order by the Texas governor ...