CBS Mornings: New Fed Projections

I joined CBS Mornings to discuss the news out of the latest Federal Reserve meeting, including how inflation is impacting the Fed's decision to pull back on the emergency policies it put in place during the pandemic and how likely interest rate hikes next year will impact consumers.

CBS Saturday Morning: Ballooning Costs

I joined CBS Saturday Morning to break down the surging rate of inflation and the rest of the nation's economic picture.

CBS Mornings: End of Year Money Tips

I joined CBS Mornings to discuss end of year financial planning tips and moves Americans can make now to save on taxes next year.

CBS Mornings: COVID's Economic Toll

I joined CBS Mornings to discuss the stock market's drop upon news that the Fed could end some emergency COVID measures sooner than expected. Plus, what the newly-identified Omicron COVID-19 variant is doing to the economy.

CBS Saturday Morning: Holiday Retail Sales

There's evidence American consumers are very much in a buying mood. Adobe estimates shoppers spent as much as $9 billion on Black Friday. Consumers are also expected to show up for Small Business Saturday and Cyber Monday. I joined CBS Saturday Morning to look at what this spending could mean for the upcoming holiday season.

CBS Mornings: Retail Sales Surge

Retail sales increased by 1.7% last month, and an overall 16.3% compared to last year. I joined CBS Mornings to explain what's behind the increase and what it means for the upcoming holiday shopping season.

CBS Mornings: Supply Chain Shortages

Supply chain problems across the country could cause havoc for people's holiday plans. Meg Oliver finds out why shoppers may want to hit the grocery store soon to prepare for Thanksgiving, and I explain how long we can expect to see inflated prices.

CBS Mornings: Tackling the Child Care Crisis

Yours truly and Parents Digital Content Director Julia Dennison joined CBS Mornings to talk about how the child care crisis impacts the economy. We also offered creative solutions and advice for parents.

CBS Mornings: The Great Resignation

A record-breaking 4.3 million workers quit their jobs in August, the highest number ever recorded. People from all across the pay spectrum resigned, some because of low pay, others from burnout and the desire for a better work-life balance.

CBS Saturday Morning: Why Are So Many Jobs Going Unfilled?

I joined CBS Saturday Morning to discuss what's behind the latest monthly jobs report.