Online match programs link farmers with those looking to take on their land Websites fashioned like online marketplaces match aspiring farmers with land owners who want to pass their property to someone who will be a good steward of their work. It's part of a growing trend. Sophia Saliby
Matchmaking event helps car manufacturers meet American car part suppliers Car manufacturers who want to avoid tariffs can buy parts from American suppliers, but the complicated supply chain can make networking hard. This unique form of speed dating hopes to solve that. Stephan Bisaha
The Port of Houston is feeling the shock of tariffs and a stalled government The Port of Houston is feeling the strain as unpaid customs officers, rising tariffs, and a prolonged government shutdown disrupt trade and threaten jobs across Texas. Andrew Schneider
What today's inflation report says about the economy -- and Social Security checks Because of the shutdown, the federal government is belatedly releasing new Consumer Price Index numbers, which the Social Security Administration needs to adjust for next year's benefits. Ailsa Chang
Inflation rose less than expected in September, the U.S. belatedly reports The federal government recalled some furloughed workers specifically to produce the inflation report, which plays a key role for Social Security beneficiaries. Scott Horsley
Boo to spooky chocolate prices! It's the year of chewy, fruity Halloween treats Sales of non-chocolate candy are growing faster than those of chocolate. With cocoa in shortage, manufacturers are changing pack sizes, adding fillers and dipping candy in "white creme." Alina Selyukh
Cost of Living: Frightening Halloween candy costs Federal data shows the price of chewing gum and candy are going up more than eight percent from a year ago. How do the price hikes affect this Halloween season? Alina Selyukh
The economic role of reseller bots in the ticket market Ticketmaster's CEO made waves with a recent comment that event tickets are underpriced. Economics 101 backs him up. So why do ticket prices seem so out of control? Wailin Wong
Why natural gas prices are low, but your monthly gas bill is up A much larger share of your gas bill now goes to infrastructure instead of fuel.
Starter homes are scarce. But homebuyers can improve their odds For decades, construction of smaller, entry-level homes has been has been falling. But there are ways to find an affordable first home, and the changing market may help. Scott Neuman
