Consumer Financial Protection Bureau ordered to stop work. What it could mean for you
The fate of the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau, or CFPB, is uncertain as the agency and its workers have faced a tumultuous month of February so far, possibly leaving consumers with more questions than answers. Here's the latest and how it could affect consumers.
Republican congressman calls to defund the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau
In a letter to House Speaker Mike Johnson, Self encouraged the inclusion of a bill that would strip the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau of its funding.
22 states, D.C. file brief to prevent closure of Consumer Financial Protection Bureau
Attorneys general from California and 21 other states, plus the District of Columbia, have filed a court brief seeking to prevent the dismantling of the federal Consumer Financial Protection Bureau. The amicus brief,
Attorney General Neronha joins states to defend Consumer Financial Protection Bureau
Attorney General Peter Neronha says he is joining a coalition of 23 other AGs to warn against the current administration’s effort to disband the CFPB.
Former senior official weighs in on Trump's efforts to close the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau
The Trump administration appears to be trying to shut down the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau — a consumer watchdog focused on the financial sector. Several people have been let go from the agency already.
Letter to the editor: Consumer Finance Protection Bureau protects us
The Consumer Finance Protection Bureau (CFPB) has helped American consumers to the tune of $21 billion, protecting them from predatory lending, junk fees and the like. In 2023 alone, over 1.3 million Americans filed complaints with the bureau.
Walmart's lower-than-expected guidance may mean consumer spending is slowing
Walmart’s lower-than-expected guidance is a warning that U.S. consumer spending is slowing, said Brian Mulberry, client ...
Warren says Musk should have the courage to defend gutting of consumer agency
The Massachusetts senator invited the tech billionaire to testify at an informal hearing focusing on the Consumer Financial ...
New federal pause disrupts new consumer protections, delaying relief for millions
However, Republicans argue that state regulators are capable of handling consumer complaints without federal oversight.
Consumer Reports: Sugar substitutes are everywhere and experts are raising concerns
Consumer Reports looks at why experts are raising concerns about sugar substitutes showing up in surprising places.
Consumer Cos Down After Walmart Outlook -- Consumer Roundup
Consumer companies fell after a disappointing outlook from one ubiquitous American discount chain. Walmart shares slid as the world's largest bricks-and-mortar retailer set 2026 fiscal-year revenue ...
Consumer watchdog agency called ‘vicious’ by Trump seen as a ‘hero’ to many it aided
The Consumer Financial Protection Bureau is in the crosshairs of a White House that has halted its work, closed its ...
RBC Hires Bankers to Boost Consumer and Retail Deals Team
RBC Capital Markets has hired two senior consumer and retail bankers as it boosts its team covering mergers and acquisitions ...
Fonterra to engage potential buyers for consumer-facing businesses, appoints IPO team
Dairy giant Fonterra said on Wednesday it would engage with potential buyers of its global consumer business and integrated ...
Consumer stocks are the biggest losers in the S&P 500 after disappointing Walmart guidance
Consumer-focused stocks were the worst performers on the S&P 500 on Thursday after Walmart Inc.'s earnings guidance left investors disappointed. The consumer discretionary sector was the worst ...
Consumer Reports investigation reveals dangerous bike helmets for sale online
In a recent spot-check, Consumer Reports purchased 21 bike helmets from popular websites, including eBay, Facebook ...
Airlines look to cut consumer protections for wheelchair-using travelers
Trade group for American, Delta, JetBlue, Southwest and United say carriers are mishandling fewer passenger wheelchairs.