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Tesla loses title as world’s biggest electric vehicle maker as sales fall for second year in a row
A Chinese rival took the crown from Musk's Tesla.
Here are the most anticipated Allentown development projects to watch in 2026
From brand new schools to a re-imagined plaza in the heart of the city, several...
Asked on Reddit: Can I justify an expensive hobby?
It turns out financial experts think it’s OK to indulge — in a balanced way.
The latest Lehigh Valley business openings and closings
Here are December's business openings and closures in the Lehigh Valley.
Here’s how Lafayette College is celebrating 200 years — with special merch from Abercrombie & Fitch, Crayola and more
Get your 200th anniversary merch before it sells out.
Some Warren Buffett wisdom on his last day leading Berkshire Hathaway
Buffett spent six decades building up the Berkshire conglomerate.
Sprinkles Cupcakes closing all stores New Year’s Eve
Founder Candace Nelson was surprised by the closures, which come without explanation from the company's...
Average US long-term mortgage rate falls to the lowest level of the year at 6.15%
It's an encouraging sign for prospective home buyers.
Wall Street falls in light trading on the final day of 2025, another banner year for markets
2025 was a banner year for markets was driven by both optimism and uncertainty.
How to build an emergency fund, pay off debt and make a plan for your money in 2026
As many start writing their New Year’s resolutions, financial goals are also making the list.
Trump made lots of tariff threats in 2025. Here’s some that never materialized
While many threats led to a barrage of new import taxes, others never materialized.
US applications for jobless benefits fell below 200,000 last week with layoffs historically low
Applications for unemployment aid are viewed as a proxy for layoffs.
Restaurant that replaced iconic Bethlehem breakfast spot closes after less than a year
The restaurant that replaced an iconic breakfast and lunch spot in downtown Bethlehem has closed...
Meta buys Singapore startup Manus in latest move to advance its artificial intelligence efforts
Meta reportedly closed the deal at more than $2 billion.
December interest rate cut was a close call for some Fed officials, minutes show
Minutes released Tuesday underscore the divisions and uncertainty permeating the central bank.
Judge blocks White House’s attempt to defund the CFPB, ensuring employees get paid
This decision comes days before the bureau would have run out of money.
Stocks waver as 2025 winds down while gold and silver rise
The more notable action was again in the commodities markets.
Without pennies, should retailers round up or down? States offer their 2 cents
Businesses and states are grappling with the fallout of the federal government’s quick elimination of...
See the Lehigh Valley’s top commercial deals for 2025. They were led by land for a data center
In 2025, the Lehigh Valley’s biggest commercial deal involved something that could very much be...
Giant to close Lehigh Valley fulfillment center, affecting more than 100 employees
Giant's parent company said this month that it is closing centralized fulfillment centers as part...
Dunkin’ opens at Lehigh Valley Mall
Dunkin’ has begun serving coffee, donuts and more at Lehigh Valley Mall in Whitehall Township.
Popular Whitehall Township restaurant closing, as team moves on to new spot
Griddle 145 will close this week in Whitehall Township after over a decade of service...
Struggling to set 2026 financial goals? Get an AI assist
Here’s how to get the most out of AI tools.
Stocks slip on Wall Street as 2025 winds down
The losses have little impact on the broader annual gains for major indexes.
What are the most popular jobs in the Lehigh Valley? Who gets paid the most?
What do you do for a living? How much do you make? Those are some...
Having trouble finding a job? You’re not alone. Several factors affecting market in Lehigh Valley
Uncertainty about the economy and politics have made some employers reluctant to add workers.
Retail Watch: Downtown Allentown restaurant evolves with new menu, expanded event space
Under an experienced culinary director, The Dime has relaunched with a new menu and expanded...
This Easton landmark will say goodbye to 2025 and close its doors
A popular Easton bar and restaurant will close its doors after ringing in the new...
More thrifting and fewer returns, the early trends that defined shopping this holiday
Here are the trends that defined the holiday shopping season so far.
Stocks close slightly lower in quiet post-Christmas trading
Gold and silver prices continued to climb.
For young people in debt, bankruptcy seems like a get out of jail free card. Is it?
Friends, TikTokers, even credit counselors can’t tell you whether or not to file for bankruptcy.
Talking Business with Juan Martinez: A small business lesson in protecting your mindset
When someone hears about another person’s success, it often triggers a quiet, uncomfortable question: “Why...
Raise a glass to the Lehigh Valley restaurants, breweries and more that closed in 2025
Raise a glass to these restaurants that closed in 2025.
Americans facing a tough job market in 2025 won’t get a break next year
Workers outside of health care, in particular, have had a difficult go of it.
Average US long-term mortgage rate ticks down to 6.18% this week
Borrowing costs on 15-year fixed-rate mortgages rose this week.
US stocks drift to more records on a holiday-shortened day of trading
Markets closed early for Christmas Eve and will remain closed for Christmas on Thursday.
These are the best and worst things about new account bonus offers
Learn what bank account bonuses offer aside from cash.
US unemployment claims fall again last week, remain at historically healthy level
The latest figures come despite some signs that the labor market is weakening.
Nvidia gains, hospitals hurt: Congress winners and losers
The Republican-controlled Congress has been very good to most of corporate America this year.
Changes are coming to Beltzville Lake. Here’s how to see them and weigh in
The Army Corps of Engineers will share details on a master plan draft revision for...
Cautious shoppers step up spending to start holiday season
Uncertainty about the economy is making consumers more targeted in their buying.
US stocks rose again in 2025 after overcoming turbulence from tariffs and Trump’s fight with the Fed
It was a great year for anyone with the stomach to stick through the swings.
Consumer confidence slides in December to lowest level since US tariffs rolled out in April
Write-in responses to the survey showed that prices and inflation remained consumers’ biggest concern.
Is ‘soft saving’ smart — or shortsighted?
Soft saving comes with tradeoffs.
US economy expands at a surprisingly strong 4.3% annual rate in the third quarter
Tuesday’s report from the Commerce Department said U.S. gross domestic product up from its 3.8%...
A look at the experts racing to decode Trump’s tariff rules
With a spate of new trade rules unleashed by the Trump administration, customs brokers have...
S&P 500 closes at another record, beating the high it set earlier this month
Consumer confidence continued fading in December.
Lehigh Valley is still a tough market for apartment hunters — here’s where the numbers stand
Despite a 2.58% increase in supply over the past year, those in the market on...
With Giant and Burlington now open, South Mall finds renewed interest from shoppers and potential tenants
The new Giant and Burlington have earned renewed interest from shoppers and potential retailers for...
Cloudy future for bourbon has Jim Beam closing Kentucky distillery for a year
The decision comes as the whiskey industry faces tariffs and declining demand.
Waymos blocked roads and caused chaos during San Francisco power outage
The power outage affected 130,000 homes and businesses in San Francisco.
Lehigh Valley Mexican restaurant closes its doors
Casa Catrina, which announced a temporary closure earlier this month, will not reopen, its owners...
Instacart ends a program where users could see different prices for the same item at the same store
Instacart said these services were neither “dynamic pricing” nor “surveillance pricing.”
What to do with a windfall
Here’s how to make the most of your unexpected cash.
A small town’s American Dream is at risk. What happens when its biggest employer shuts down?
Tyson Foods is closing its beef plant in Lexington, Nebraska.
Most US adults aren’t making year-end charitable contributions, new AP-NORC poll finds
Everyday donors faced competing priorities this year.
Here’s what stores are open, and which ones are closed, on Christmas
Before you run out the door, it’s wise to double-check operating hours. is walmart open...
Department stores try to distinguish themselves as beauty lovers turn to TikTok and Amazon
Competition is fiercer than ever due to the ease of e-commerce.
Larry Ellison guarantees $40.4 billion in Paramount’s hostile bid for Warner Bros. Discovery
Beyond doubling down on Ellison's backing, Paramount also said it would increased its payout if...
US stocks rise at the start of a holiday-shortened week
Stocks are rising modestly on Wall Street at the start of what’s expected to be...
Starlink in the crosshairs: How Russia could attack Elon Musk’s conquering of space
NATO-nation intelligence services believe Russia is developing a weapon to target Starlink satellites.
Fiber optic cable upgrades make some TVs obsolete. Here’s a guide.
Astound, Service Electric Cable TV, Comcast/Xfinity and Verizon Fios are expanding their fiber optic networks....
Why I have a financial planner
Hiring a financial planner can deliver a return that can’t be quantified: peace of mind.
Chick-fil-A to close announces closing date at the Lehigh Valley Mall after nearly 30 years
A nearly 30-year-old Chick-fil-A restaurant will close later this month at the Lehigh Valley Mall.
Popular Lehigh Valley Mall restaurant says it has possible buyers, plans to stay open until sale closes
Dunderbak's owner says the restaurant has possible buyers.
Trump’s ‘A+++++’ economy collides with reality in Lehigh Valley, a critical swing area in 2026 midterms
Economic worries are a vulnerability for Republicans in swing congressional districts like the Lehigh Valley,...
Eagles beat Commanders, repeat as NFC East champs
The Eagles are the first team to top the NFC East in back-to-back seasons since...
Retail Watch: Skip gift wrapping, cleaning and other chores with this Lehigh Valley concierge
Here For You Concierge can let Lehigh Valley residents enjoy the holidays more by doing...
Honeywell keeps energy division acquired from Air Products in Lehigh Valley
For the 100 engineers and other employees who used to work for Air Products, having...
Tesla CEO Elon Musk recovers $55 billion pay package in Delaware court ruling
The ruling so incensed Musk he spurned Delaware and reincorporated Tesla in Texas.
Shift4 founder Jared Isaacman resigns from company he founded, again, to take over at NASA
The Upper Saucon Township-based credit card-processing company announced Thursday that Isaacman will step down as...
Stocks rise on Wall Street as AI stocks turn higher again
The S&P 500 rose 0.9% Friday, erasing its losses for the week.
Ford recalls more than 270,000 electric and hybrid vehicles due to roll-away risk
At issue is the integrated park module, which may fail to lock into the park...
November US homes sales rose from the previous month, but down from 2024 as prices climb
Existing home sales rose 0.5% in last month to a seasonally adjusted annual rate of...
Silly stocking stuffer ideas from the Nerds
For this list, we’re thinking outside the sock.
Talking Business with Becky Bradley: The Lehigh Valley is thriving. Its infrastructure will need to keep up
Lehigh Valley's transportation and sewer infrastructure must be improved to keep up with growth, Becky...
TikTok signs deal to form new US unit with investors, including Oracle, Silver Lake
The deal is expected to close on Jan. 22.
After nearly a year, Lehigh Valley passenger train service gets good news
It appeared the return of passenger train service to the Lehigh Valley had stalled until...
Instacart settles with FTC over deceptive practices but faces separate investigation into prices
The FTC said that Instacart has been falsely advertising free deliveries.
Trump Media to merge with nuclear fusion company that wants to power AI
The companies say the all-stock deal is valued at more than $6 billion.
US stocks jump after an encouraging inflation update, as Micron helps AI stocks stop their slide
A strong profit report from Micron Technology also helped AI stocks halt their sharp slides.
Average US long-term mortgage rate edges lower, remaining near its low for the year
The decline brings the average long-term mortgage rate to 6.21% from 6.22% last week.
US jobless claim applications fell by 13,000 last week as layoffs remain low
The numbers come as concerns grow about the health of the labor market.
US says price increases eased last month but data may be distorted and Americans aren’t feeling it
Year-over-year inflation remains well above the Federal Reserve’s 2% target.
Experts share their top tips to save money this holiday season
Costs can pile up and become overwhelming, especially in a difficult economic environment.
Senate confirms Lehigh Valley billionaire Jared Isaacman as NASA administrator in do-over after Musk feud
Lehigh Valley billionaire entrepreneur Jared Isaacman was confirmed by the Senate as NASA administrator in...
More drops for AI stocks drag Wall Street to its worst day in nearly a month
Oil producers jumped with crude prices following Trump's escalation against Venezuela.
Ryan Mackenzie, 3 other Republicans defy House speaker to force vote on extending ACA subsidies
Four Republicans, including Lehigh Valley congressman Ryan Mackenzie, broke with Speaker Mike Johnson and signed...
Warner Bros recommends investors reject Paramount’s offer in favor of Netflix’s
Paramount’s bid isn’t off the table altogether.
Expert tips to ease financial pressure and avoid holiday overspending
The time of year marketed as the most wonderful can quickly become stressful.
A data center company bought a Lehigh Valley industrial park for $175 million, plans expansion
St. Louis-based TierPoint was already leasing a building at Tek Park for a data center,...
First review of Air Products data center plan: ‘A spaghetti-on-the-wall proposal’
“It’s the same kind of thing we saw with warehouses and we continue to see...
Hyundai and Kia will repair millions of vehicles under a deal to fix anti-theft technology
Dozens of states argued the vehicles weren’t equipped with proper anti-theft technology.
How a Trump Media deal with a crypto firm exposes potential conflicts of interest
Legal and ethics experts say it's a case study on conflicts of interest.
Wall Street slips as oil prices keep dropping
Reports on the economy did little to clear uncertainty about where interest rates are heading.
Retail sales unchanged in October hurt in part by a decline in auto sales
A big factor dragging down the figure was a 1.6% drop in sales at auto...
The US gained 64,000 jobs in November but lost 105,000 in October; unemployment rate at 4.6%
The unemployment rate rose to its highest since 2021.