economy

The income gap in America continues to widen between the “haves” and the “have-nots,” and according to Bankrate.com, the gap is growing at its quickest pace among folks in their prime earning years.

A growing number of chief executives at the nation's largest companies are slightly more optimistic about the economy for the next six months.

The Dow Jones industrial average set two record at the opening bell today.

New Jersey business leaders expressed optimism for next year, as well as caution, in a new survey from Provident Bank.

While real estate sales across the country are predicted to remain only steady next year, New Jersey sales are way up.

A couple of weeks ago, right after the government shutdown and a disappointing jobs report was issued, many financial experts said the economic recovery appeared to be slowing down.

Even with the recent government shutdown, continuing uncertainty in Washington, and less than stellar employment news, the stock market keeps climbing.

Along with the governor's office and all 120 seats in the legislature up for grabs in today's general election in New Jersey, there are also two ballot questions for voters to consider.

Debt and a weak job market have made it pretty difficult for millennials who are trying to buy a home.

More than 47 million Americans who receive food stamps will see their benefits go down starting Friday, just as Congress has begun negotiations on further cuts to the program.