After a bad employment report in August, President Trump fired the official in charge of the numbers. This month’s data was just as disappointing.
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U.S. Imports Rose in July Following Months of Trade Turmoil
Data released Thursday morning showed trade rebounding slightly after President Trump’s sweeping global tariffs discouraged foreign countries from doing business with the United States.
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Health Care Costs for Workers Begin to Climb
A survey shows employers expect a sharp increase in benefit costs for next year, and many will want workers to shoulder more of the burden.
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The Biggest U.S. Oil Companies Are Eliminating Thousands of Jobs
ConocoPhillips of Houston on Wednesday announced plans to reduce its global work force by up to 25 percent.
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Alaska Produces a Ton of Gas. Soon, Its Biggest City Might Not Have Enough.
The looming energy crisis in Anchorage offers a lesson in the downsides of relying on fossil fuels.
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Spirit Airlines Files for Bankruptcy for 2nd Time in a Year
The troubled carrier last exited Chapter 11 in March. It said more could be done to stabilize the company with a second filing.
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How to Ship Your Car (and Why It May Save You Time and Money)
Having your vehicle transported a long distance is sometimes necessary, and it can be more efficient than driving it yourself.
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PCE Inflation Stayed Stable in July, Keeping Fed on Track to Lower Interest Rates
The latest economic data keeps the central bank on track to lower interest rates at its next meeting in September.
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Can Cadillac Keep Selling E.V.s as Trump Repeals Climate Policies?
Electric models from the luxury car brand have been very successful, but they may struggle once a $7,500 federal tax credit ends next month.
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A Tariff Loophole on Cheap Imports Has Closed. How Will It Affect Shoppers?
The end of the “de minimis” exemption — which allowed packages less than $800 to enter the U.S. tariff-free — is leading to confusion.
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Is Bed and Mattress Shopping Turning into a Consumer’s Nightmare?
Even sleep experts are exhausted by the hype.
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When (and How) to Book Your Holiday Flight
Yes, it’s still summer, but it’s time to start strategizing. What to know about when and how to book your airline tickets, and avoid flight disruptions.