The Trump administration has significantly reduced the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau's activities over the past year.
A new Consumer Reports investigation found that Instacart has been running AI-assisted pricing experiments across several major grocery chains, and in some cases, the discrepancies were significant.
Experts say now’s the time for parents to stay alert, as federal safety agencies face unprecedented changes and major staffing and budget cuts. Consumer Reports reveals an important warning about risky products still being sold.
Junk fees have become a costly part of everyday life, popping up on hotel bookings, food orders, payment apps, and more. A new federal rule targets some of the worst offenders, but many hidden charges remain legal.
The Environmental Protection Agency has hinted at plans to shut down its Energy Star offices.
Skin cancer is less common in people with darker skin, but when it does occur it can be far more deadly. Black Americans are nearly five times more likely to die within five years of a melanoma diagnosis than white Americans. The reason? It's often caught too late. Consumer Reports shares critical tips for early detection and steps that could help save lives.
Concerns are growing over the safety of chemical hair relaxers as research suggests that heavy use may be linked to an increased risk of certain cancers. Consumer Reports looked into some chemical-free alternatives that may help you achieve similar results without the health risks.
An important investigation into infant formula: Exclusive new testing by Consumer Reports highlights safer formulas while also identifying some that contain potentially harmful levels of heavy metals, including lead and arsenic.
Black women around the world spend hours at a time getting synthetic braids but are wondering if the convenience and fashion benefits are outweighed by potential health hazards.
If you bought a new car in the last five years, you might be sharing more than just the road. A new Consumer Reports investigation reveals that automakers could be tracking and selling your driving data, often without you even knowing it.
Consumer Reports sent to the lab 10 of the most popular synthetic braiding hair products on the market, from brands including Magic Fingers, Sassy Collection, Sensationnel, Shake-N-Go, and others. Carcinogens were detected in all of them.
Consumer Reports exclusive child car seat testing recently revealed significant problems with two infant seats. Here’s more on what thetests found and what parents can do.
The right tips and tools can make a big difference for your health and wallet. Consumer Reports shares some practical recommendations to help you get started.
Parenting is hard. So hard, that the Surgeon General says it has become a public health issue, issuing a public health warning. Consumer Reports has more on what this warning means and offers advice on dealing with stress in a demanding world.
Some retailers have flexible return and exchange policies all year long; others are a bit stricter. But many retailers often extend their return windows around the holidays, offering more generous return guidelines for holiday purchases.
If you’re frantically trying to finish your holiday gift-giving, Consumer Reports is here to help! Well, the product testing experts at Consumer Reports have the help. They’ve spent the past year testing and reviewing thousands of products just in time to reveal the best gift ideas for you and your loved ones.
The reliability of electric vehicles and plug-in hybrids has dramatically improved, narrowing a gap with gas-powered automobiles.
But we all want something sweet on occasion. Honey, maple syrup, and agave are often touted as natural, better-for-you options. If you switch from sugar to one of these, are you doing your health a favor?
Fall is in the air, or is that scent pumpkin bread, muffins, and of course pumpkin pie? All recipes that depend on that little can of pumpkin, but do you really know what’s in the can? Consumer Reports lifts the lid to reveal what’s really in your can of supermarket pumpkin.
Musty smell could be coming from your car's evaporator inside the heating and cooling system. Consumer experts have tips on how you can fix the issue without going to the mechanic.
These age-appropriate wearables can put off the purchase of your child’s first smartphone. Here’s what users and experts say about key features on popular models and what to consider before you buy.
Consumer Reports reviewed 17 dental flosses to bring you safer, more sustainable options. Plus tips on shopping safer, too.
The U.S. government’s road safety agency wants the auto industry to design new vehicles including SUVs and pickup trucks so they reduce pedestrian deaths and injuries.
Parents choosing a car for their teen driver have a tough decision to make because they need to strike a balance between cost and safety. But the latest analysis by Consumer Reports and the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety shows that more safety is available for the money in the latest list of best used cars for teens.
Fun in the sun can come to a screeching or scorching halt with a nasty sunburn. If you’ve ever gotten one, you’ll know how unpleasant it is. Consumer Reports explains that cooling the burn correctly will help alleviate sunburn pain.
You could save over $1,000 a year by making just a few of these easy, low-cost changes around the house
Consumer Reports tested dozens of repellents, so it should be easy to find a way to beat the bugs that’s right for you. But not all bug sprays are effective. One factor that matters significantly: a product’s active ingredient.
The FCC is ordering internet service providers to give consumers clearer information on broadband costs and speeds
Be honest: Do you snore? Does your partner say you snore? Snoring is disruptive and, in some severe cases, even life-threatening. Consumer Reports looks at the sleep treatments that can give you and yours some long-awaited, uninterrupted Zzz’s.
That dust that’s been collecting while you were stuck indoors has got to go. But don’t try to brush it away with a feather duster—that will only make things worse. Here are some recommended dusting tools from cleaning pros and the experts at Consumer Reports who share their advice in "How to Clean Practically Anything."
Amazon and Target are among retailers now ending their sales of weighted baby blankets, sleep sacks and swaddles as calls mount for more research and oversight of the products’ safety, according to Consumer Reports.
Imagine being turned down for a loan or paying higher interest rates due to errors on your credit report. It happens more often than you might think. Checking the accuracy of your credit report is easy to do with these steps from Consumer Reports.
Nationwide, the average premium increase was more than 20 percent over the past year, according to the Federal Bureau of Labor Statistics. But people in some states have experienced even more pain, with rates up 88 percent in Florida according to FINN, a car subscription service company that analyzes market data. Here are ways to lower your bill.
If you think pet insurance could save money on routine checkups and emergencies, listen up. Consumer Reports found that not all pet insurance parents are satisfied, and there may be better ways to save on medical care for your furry friends.
You rip a sheet, wipe up a mess, then toss the paper in the trash. No extra cleanup or washing, and most of the time—for small messes at least—you don’t need to reach for a second sheet. Consumer Reports put six brands to the test to reveal the best
Functional beverages—as the drink industry likes to refer to them—often contain ingredients that were once found only in supplements or herbal teas, but are they healthy for you? Consumer experts test more than a dozen brands of probiotic sodas and other so-called healthy drinks.
Consumer Reports says some doorbell cameras sold by Amazon and other online retailers have security flaws that could allow bad actors to view footage from the devices or control them completely.
We’ve all been there. The washer sounds like a jet engine and then suddenly stops mid-cycle. It’s the age-old question every homeowner will face... To repair or to replace? Consumer Reports helps you make the right choice for your family.
They’re big, stylish and all the rage. We’re talking about those popular Stanley Quenchers mugs. Social media made them famous, and that’s where recent posts about those tumblers containing lead are raising concerns.
You know everything is more expensive these days, including how much you pay to watch TV. If one of your New Year’s resolutions is to slash your streaming bill but find a way to still see your favorite shows, Consumer Reports shares five tips.
For Christmas shoppers who signed up for those buy now, pay later plans, the holidays are over and it’s time to pay up — maybe more than you expected. Consumer Reports is here to make sense of these short-term loans with important advice on how to dodge costly fees and what to do next time.
With today’s stubbornly high auto prices and interest rates, buying a car, whether it’s new or used, is a high-stakes financial decision. Consumer Reports is here to help with its just-released exclusive car reliability report of cars that owners consider the most reliable and the ones that are regulars at the repair shop.
Nearly 100 million adult Americans carry some form of medical debt, according to figures from a 2022 Kaiser Family Foundation national survey. And more and more commonly, patients are being steered to financial products like high-interest credit cards or loans designed expressly to help pay for medical expenses. Consumer experts are warning, think twice before getting a medical credit card.
Out of over 70 models, Consumer Reports picks the best nanny cams, honing in on cameras that perform well data security tests — since privacy is critical with these cameras — and have features well-suited for keeping an eye on kids and caregivers and babies.
These days, buying eyeglasses can be complicated—especially if you’re looking for options beyond those your eye doctor sells. Consumer experts break down everything you need to know about shopping for spectacles in-person or online while saving money.
If you’re trying to cut back on sodium, you’ve probably gotten the advice to cook with plenty of herbs and spices. But it can sometimes still feel like something’s missing. Consumer experts test and review salt alternatives.
The average price of a new car is over $48,000! So, it’s no wonder leasing this year will account for 21% of new vehicle sales. Consumer experts break down benefits of leasing versus buying a new car.
In a first-ever evaluation for Consumer Reports, eight pet insurance providers were rated based on a survey of 2,061 Consumer Reports members with insured pets, looking at things such as how much the premium cost, the claims process, and whether people had choice in which vets to see.
Having a baby brings many joys—and expenses. It’s tempting to save by buying secondhand or accepting a freebie from a friend, and that may be fine for onesies. But going for secondhand gear is generally not a good idea when it comes to certain infant and toddler products, including three essential investments: car seats, strollers, and cribs.
More teens are depressed compared to 10 years ago, and the U.S. Surgeon General’s advisory issued in May 2023 indicates that social media may be playing a role in the teen mental health crisis. Consumer Reports explains how we can help our teens control their social media consumption with some small steps at home.
Pickup trucks and crossover SUVs dominate our roadways. And as pickup trucks and large SUVs grow in size, so does the risk to people around them — when drivers hit people directly in front of them because of dangerous blind zones just past the hood.
College life can be stressful - loans, textbooks, and living on a budget can take a toll. The good news: There are lots of discounts for students, but sometimes you have to know where to look to find them.
Purchasing a new car is stressful enough, so it helps to go into a showroom knowing which of the charges that show up on your bill are unavoidable, which can be negotiated, and which you can skip altogether.
With FDA approved over the counter options available, you can now get less expensive hearing aids from drug stores like Walgreens Here’s what you need to know if you’re considering over-the-counter hearing aids.
Food labels can be confusing, and telling the difference between similar-sounding claims on food packages is sometimes downright baffling. Consumer experts break down food label lingo and which ones to pass on.
This year we have 53 repellents in our ratings and 22 recommended ones, so it’s easy to find a way to beat the bugs that’s right for you. But not all bug sprays are effective. One factor that matters significantly: a product’s active ingredient.
