Inflation Fears Stalk Presidential Politics and the Markets

Inflation Fears Stalk Presidential Politics and the Markets

Lawmakers on Capitol Hill are set to grill Jay Powell, the Fed chair, about interest rates and the economy, topics that are top of mind for voters and investors alike.
Brighter Economic Mood Isn’t Translating Into Support for Biden

Brighter Economic Mood Isn’t Translating Into Support for Biden

Voters feel slightly better about the economy as inflation recedes, but partisan divides remain deep, a Times/Siena poll found.
High Mortgage Rates Leave Biden Searching for Housing Relief

High Mortgage Rates Leave Biden Searching for Housing Relief

The president and his team are seeking ways to help Americans afford to rent and buy homes, as high borrowing costs dampen views of the economy.