OECD: Middle class shrinking as incomes stagnate, costs rise
From Newsmax The middle class is shrinking in developed economies as increases in workers’ wages have failed to keep up with the rising cost of housing, education and healthcare, the OECD said on Wednesday. Most people in the 36 member…
US: Consumer Watchdog seeks rollback of payday lending rules
From Newsmax The U.S. consumer watchdog on Wednesday proposed reviewing a rule cracking down on payday lenders in what consumer advocates said is a further sign consumer protections are being eroded by the Trump administration. The Consumer Financial Protection Bureau…