More young adults than ever are staying in their childhood homes

A new analysis finds that living with parents has reached a modern high among young adults, driven largely by high housing costs, student debt, and delayed financial independence. Researchers and demographers say the shift reflects broader economic pressures rather than a simple lifestyle preference, reshaping household patterns across the country.

Gamers slam retailer after steep pre-order pricing hits popular creature franchise

A major video-game retailer has drawn sharp criticism from collectors after listing pre-order prices for an upcoming Pokémon release that many buyers called excessive. Fans shared screenshots and complaints online, arguing the markup far outstripped typical market rates and left loyal customers feeling priced out ahead of launch.

How old you were during the pandemic may shape whether you own a home today

Researchers and housing analysts say the age people were when covid-era markets surged and interest rates later rose has left a lasting mark on homeownership. Younger adults who entered the market later often face higher prices and tougher financing, while those already positioned to buy earlier were more likely to lock in ownership. The pattern underscores how timing, not only income, can decide who gets on the property ladder.

Former president promotes an opaque low-cost fuel station chain as gasoline prices climb

Donald Trump has publicly highlighted a little-known network of discount gas stations he says can ease pain at the pump while fuel costs rise for drivers. Who runs the chain, how widely it operates, and how it would keep prices low remain poorly explained, leaving the pitch more eye-catching than substantiated for now.

Structural scare at a Manhattan tower conversion puts office-to-housing projects under fresh scrutiny

A major New York effort to turn a large Midtown office building into apartments was jolted by structural damage concerns that forced a temporary halt and renewed questions about the difficulty of such conversions. The episode comes as city leaders push office-to-residential projects to ease housing shortages, while developers and lenders weigh higher engineering risks and costs. Officials and industry figures say the scare is a reminder that transforming commercial towers is more complex than simply redesigning floor plans.

Memory-chip stocks rally as SK Hynix leads and Micron draws close attention

Shares of major memory-chip producers moved sharply higher in trading, with SK Hynix standing out as a top performer while Micron also attracted heavy investor interest. The moves highlighted renewed focus on semiconductor makers tied to demand for advanced memory used in computing and artificial-intelligence hardware.

Major U.S. carrier says elevated ticket prices will likely hold even as fuel costs fall

Delta Air Lines has indicated that higher passenger fares are expected to persist for some time, despite a recent decline in oil prices that would normally ease operating costs. Executives linked the outlook to sustained travel demand and pricing power rather than fuel alone, suggesting consumers may not see broad fare relief soon.

Worldwide crude consumption is easing even as American motorists fill their tanks more often

Energy analysts report that global appetite for oil is cooling as efficiency gains and alternative power sources take hold abroad, while U.S. drivers continue to burn more gasoline. The contrast highlights how American road travel still underpins fuel demand even as other major markets pull back.

Korean memory-chip maker soars in New York listing as AI demand stays hot

Shares of South Korea’s leading memory-chip manufacturer jumped in their first day of U.S. trading, extending a rally driven by strong demand for semiconductors used in artificial intelligence systems. Investors piled into the debut as optimism about the AI boom showed little sign of cooling, lifting the stock well above its opening level.

Major U.S. airline beats quarterly profit forecasts and restores full-year outlook as fuel costs climb

A leading U.S. carrier reported second-quarter results that exceeded analyst expectations and reinstated its full-year financial guidance. Management pointed to solid passenger demand even as higher jet-fuel prices squeezed margins, leaving investors focused on how fuel costs may shape the rest of the year.

Tech executive says she regrets ignoring years-old fitness tip from Meta's chief

Fidji Simo has disclosed that Mark Zuckerberg once offered her a single piece of health guidance she dismissed at the time. Looking back, she says she now wishes she had taken the advice seriously sooner, framing the remark as a personal lesson rather than a corporate story.

Investors eye privately held rocket firm after fresh launch and satellite-internet records

Attention has turned to shares in the private space company after its launch cadence and broadband satellite unit both posted notable new milestones. Stronger flight activity and expanding subscriber reach have reinforced confidence in the firm’s dual revenue engines, keeping valuation and eventual public-market prospects in the spotlight.