US consumers regain confidence in economy ahead of election
According to the latest data from the Conference Board, Americans have regained confidence in economy.
US job openings drop to lowest level in 3.5 years
Experts had expected the number of vacancies to hold steady, but key sectors posted significant losses.
Map shows US metro areas with highest inflation
Inflation and the economy are still among the top issues for Americans as election day draws close.
Boost for Harris as four in five states see employment rise in construction
80 percent of U.S. states saw an increase in construction employment from September 2023 to September 2024.
Jobless claims drops to 227k, but benefit filings hit three-year high
Boeing's manufacturers strike and hurricanes Helene and Milton are among the factors that temporarily pushed claims up.
Map shows states where mortgage rates are increasing the most
A majority of U.S. states saw rates rise between Q1 and Q2 2024, whilst only in a handful did they fall.
Housing market fears ripple across swing states
Sixty-one percent of residents in the battleground states harbor concerns their children might not be able to afford a home.
Trump, Vance Will Unleash American Business | Opinion
American businesses are poised to usher in a manufacturing renaissance. Let's ensure it is not stifled by overregulation and government overreach.
IMF chief economist says battle against inflation 'almost won'
Inflation in many countries is now nearing central bank targets as IMF declares the battle is "almost won."
Swing state voters are upending long-standing election belief
Historically, voters often choose who they're voting for based on how the economy is doing.
Stop Scapegoating Immigrants for Every Social or Economic Problem | Opinion
It should be clear that the anti-immigrant rhetoric from Trump and his supporters is not only ugly, but false, and maliciously so.
CVS health CEO Karen Lynch resigns amid struggles and stock decline
CVS has been struggling with rising medical costs in its Medicare Advantage plans and slumping drugstore sales.
American Express beats Q3 profit forecast despite inflation concerns
Cardholder spending rose to $387.3 billion, a 6 percent year-over-year increase.
Wealthy shoppers propel US retail spending despite high costs
Retail spending has continued to rise because wealthier shoppers have increased their discretionary spending, says a new report.
Jobless claims fall as hurricane-related spike eases
Applications for unemployment had previously risen to their highest level since June, driven by hurricanes and strikes.
Americans Feel Poorer Because They Are Poorer | Opinion
Many progressives would chalk up the prevailing negative economic mood to poor messaging and flagrant disinformation.
Trade war with China would hurt US farmers: report
A new study highlights the risks to American farmers if a U.S.-China trade war reignites.
America gets bad retirement news
America's retirement provisions are decidedly middle of the road, a new study has found.
US stocks remain steady at near records as oil drops
The S&P 500 rose slightly after hitting a new all-time high for the 46th time this year on Monday.
Donald Trump slipping against Kamala Harris in new survey from economists
Economists say in a new survey that Trump's economic plan would create higher inflation, interest rates and deficits than Harris'.
US consumer sentiment drops on high cost of living
A new report from the University of Michigan's consumer sentiment index found Americans' confidence in the economy taking a slight dip.
Average U.S. 30-year mortgage rate surges to 6.32 percent
Despite better news of lower inflation and more jobs, rising rates are exacerbating unaffordability in the housing market.
US inflation reaches lowest point in 3 years
Economists project that core inflation will settle at 3 percent by the end of 2024.
Why vote Republican? Because Democrats are largely to blame for inflatio
Government officials who cause inflation by printing or borrowing money are stealing money from every household in their nation.
It's Time for U.S. To End Normal Trade Relations With China | Opinion
China has stolen U.S. technology, maintained market restrictions, and ramped up state subsidies including through initiatives to dominate the 21st-century economy.
Pop-up camp give respite to kids hit by Hurricane Helene
The camp is hosted by the the LA-based nonprofit Project:Camp and its volunteers are trained in trauma recovery.
Shanghai down 6.6% as China stocks plunge continues
Investors had hoped China's state economic planning body, would roll out more detailed stimulus measures on Tuesday.
U.S. court could break up Google
Department of Justice is examining structural changes to challenge the tech giant's internet search monopoly.
The Next President Must Ensure Americans Can Earn a Living Wage | Opinion
One thing is conspicuously absent from both candidates' economic agendas: any mention of the need to ensure that every American can earn a living wage.
Time To Treat the Housing Crisis Like a Crisis | Opinion
Today, the housing crisis has ballooned: One in three households are cost-burdened, home prices have doubled in the last decade, and homelessness has reached a record high.