Verizon has quietly introduced a new phone plan that directly competes with a low-priced offering that T-Mobile recently launched.  As Americans look for ways to cut their monthly expenses, T-Mobile rolled out its Super Essentials Saver wireless plan in August, exclusively for Walmart customers.  The plan is $25 per line per month (with the autopay […]

Restaurants have a pricing problem. In late 2025, more than 80% of Americans believed that restaurant prices had climbed over the previous 12 months, according to a YouGov report. However, only 28% of diners believed that those prices were fair for the quality of the meal. This perceived “value gap” affects how diners are spending. […]

At a time when gas prices have hit seasonal record highs, Kroger has ended a partnership that will take away a key gas discount from customers. And while the move was announced in July, it’s actually hitting now, when Kroger customers arguably need it most. “The national average for a gallon of regular gasoline continues […]