The economy remains solid, but many analysts say that the labor market is in a sensitive place.
Category: United States Economy
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Investors Bet on Rate Cuts as Recent Data Suggests Slowdown
Markets are expecting the Federal Reserve to make roughly two reductions of a quarter-point each this year.
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Fed Officials Keep an Eye Out for Cracks in the Job Market
Federal Reserve policymakers are watching for any sign that the labor market is weakening abruptly, which might prod them to cut rates sooner.
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June Jobs Report May Hold Clues to Durability of Labor Market
The economy remains solid, but many analysts say that the labor market is in a sensitive place.
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One Obstacle for Trump’s Promises: This Isn’t the 2016 Economy
Donald J. Trump slapped tariffs on trading partners and cut taxes in his first term. But after inflation’s return, a repeat playbook would be riskier.
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America’s Divided Summer Economy Is Coming to an Airport or Hotel Near You
The gulf between higher- and lower-income consumers has been widening for years, but it is expected to show up especially clearly in travel this season.
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Powell Cites ‘Real Progress’ as Central Bankers Assess Inflation Fight
Jerome H. Powell, the Fed chair, and Christine Lagarde, the European Central Bank chief, sounded optimistic about recent inflation data but reiterated the need for more confidence for rate cuts.
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Auto Sales Grew Slightly in Second Quarter
High interest rates, economic uncertainty and a cyberattack appear to have dampened sales in the three months between April and June.
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The Fed’s Preferred Inflation Measure Cools, Welcome News
The economy appears to be downshifting and price gains are moderating, as Federal Reserve officials creep closer to beating inflation.
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Trump Eyes Bigger Trade War in Second Term
The former president’s past tariffs raised prices for consumers and businesses, economists say. His next plan could tax 10 times as many imports.
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Get Ready for the Debate Like an Economics Pro
What you need to know about the economy before Thursday’s showdown between President Biden and Donald J. Trump.
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Banks Could Weather Even Extreme Economic Tumult, Fed Finds
The Federal Reserve for the first time tested major banks’ ability to withstand crisis scenarios — and the largest U.S. lenders stood tall.