Miscellaneous

Single, child-free women are bridging the wealth gap with single men in the U.S., challenging longstanding economic disparities. New data reveals that when children are out of the equation, women's wealth nearly matches their male counterparts.

Retail Market

Locked merchandise is becoming a major friction point for U.S. shoppers, with many abandoning purchases or switching stores in response. A recent study shows that restrictive displays drive 1 in 4 consumers to seek more accessible options elsewhere.

Home Health Care

Medicare's home health payments will see a slight boost in 2025, though deeper cuts remain in place. While CMS approved a 0.5% increase, permanent reductions continue to pressure the industry's financial landscape.