Fed cuts key interest rate by a quarter-point: What does it mean for you?
The Fed announced Wednesday a quarter-point cut to its benchmark rate, from about 4.6% to roughly 4.3%.
Trump announces $100B investment in the U.S.
Trump joined SoftBank Group CEO Masayoshi Son at his Florida home Monday to announce that the company is planning to invest $100 billion in U.S. projects over the next four years.
Trump's tariff warning met with threat from Ontario that would make energy 'unaffordable' in Michigan & U.S.
In response to Donald Trump's 25% tariff plan, Ontario is considering limiting the export of electricity to the United States in a move that Premiere Doug Ford said would make electricity unaffordable for Americans.
Gas prices hit a 3-year low – where are they headed next?
Drivers are getting some much-needed relief at the pump after gas prices fell significantly nationwide.
Inflation rises 2.7% in November, in line with expectations
US inflation rose slightly last month but remained low.
Trump, Canadian Prime Minister Trudeau to meet in Florida to discuss tariffs
Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau flew to Florida on Friday to meet with President-elect Donald Trump following his threats to impose sweeping tariffs on Canadian products.
Mexican president promises retaliatory tariffs in US if Trump plan goes in effect
President-elect Trump says he will add a 25 percent tax on goods from Canada and Mexico on his first day in office.
Trump threatens to impose new tariffs on Mexico, Canada and China on 1st day in office
President-elect Donald Trump is threatening to impose sweeping new tariffs on Mexico, Canada and China as soon as he takes office as part of his efforts to crack down on illegal immigration and drugs.
Walmart warns of higher prices if Trump implements proposed tariffs
Potential tariffs could cost American consumers between $46B and $78B in annual spending power, the National Retail Federation says.
Walmart warns of higher prices if Trump implements proposed tariffs
The National Retail Federation projected that potential tariffs could cost American consumers between $46 billion and $78 billion in annual spending power.
Target quarterly results fall as holiday discounts and dockworker strike hit profits
Target etched out a slim sales increase in the third quarter and profits slumped as inflation-weary customers pulled back on spending and costs related to a dockworker strike in October dragged on results.
Trump's Treasury secretary pick: Who are the contenders?
President-elect Trump is reviewing candidates for the Treasury secretary role, with the list of contenders getting broader after Elon Musk offered an endorsement and shook up the race.
Fed Chair Jerome Powell says no need to 'hurry' rate cuts
While speaking in Dallas on Thursday, Powell said economic growth will allow the Fed to tread carefully before making any rate cuts.
US inflation may have increased in October: Here's what's rising in price, and what's leveling off
A rise in prices could make the Federal Reserve less likely to cut its key interest rate in the coming months. But most economists believe inflation will continue its slowdown.
Federal Reserve cuts its key interest rate by a quarter-point on heels of election
The interest rate cut follows a larger half-point reduction in September, and it reflects the Federal Reserve's continued focus on supporting the job market and battling inflation.
Inflation may be coming down but that doesn't mean prices will, expert explains
Allianz chief economic adviser Mohamed El-Erian warned that even though inflation has cooled significantly, prices consumers face are unlikely to decrease.
Federal government offering grants to U.S. businesses in effort to reshore manufacturing
To combat future supply chain shortages, the U.S. government is incentivizing the private sector to invest and reshore manufacturing in the U.S.
A closer look at how Trump's economic plan could impact inflation
Former President Donald Trump has vowed to eliminate inflation if he returns to office, but economists warn that his proposed policies, including high tariffs, mass deportations, and interference with the Federal Reserve, could worsen the issue.
Holiday spending projected to hit new record this year
Notable differences this year include the shopping period between Thanksgiving and Christmas being nearly a week shorter, and the economic impact of Hurricanes Helene and Milton.
Port strike panic buying? Costco toilet paper frenzy making the rounds on social media
Videos posted online claim that toilet paper is sold out at Costco stores from Arizona and Colorado to New Jersey.