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Friday, January 9, 2026

CONSUMER

Pay Rent to Build Credit, Zillow Launches CreditClimb

A new service that connects renters’ monthly rent payments to their credit scores has entered the market, offering tenants a way to build credit...

Year-end Car Deals Expand as Automakers Boost Discounts

Car buyers are seeing more year-end car deals as automakers and dealerships increase discounts, low-interest financing, and cash incentives to meet annual sales goals....

Korean American Stores Launch Major Holiday Sale Push

This year’s Korean American holiday sales come as the National Retail Federation (NRF) projects that year-end U.S. retail revenue could surpass $1 trillion for...

Homeowners Are Betting on Higher Deductibles Amid Soaring Insurance Premiums

Home insurance deductibles are rising nationwide as premiums continue to climb, leading more homeowners to increase their upfront financial risk in exchange for lower...

Car Color Depreciation Study Reveals Yellow Cars Hold Value Best

Car color depreciation plays a major role in determining how well a vehicle holds its value, and new data shows that the differences between...

Unused gift cards quietly drain consumer cash

Unused gift cards are becoming a growing source of hidden losses for consumers as balances sit untouched or vanish through fees, fraud, and missed...

Asiana Airlines to Cut L.A.–Incheon Route to One Daily Flight Through May

Asiana Airlines flight reduction is set to temporarily limit the Los Angeles–Incheon route to one daily departure, as Asiana Airlines adjusts its aircraft operation...

Lego World Cup Trophy Set Debuts at Full Size

Lego has partnered with FIFA to unveil a full-size Lego World Cup trophy set ahead of next year’s official World Cup lineup. The new...

Korean Auto Sales in U.S. Flat in November as EV Demand Drops

Korean car brands' sales in the U.S. were nearly unchanged in November compared to last year, as automakers continued to face weak electric vehicle...

Walkerhill Kimchi export hits 27 tons sold in U.S.

Walkerhill Kimchi export is showing rapid growth in the United States, with 27 tons sold within two months of entering the market. Walkerhill Hotel...