Jeanna Smialek
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America’s Foreign Vacations Tell Us Something About the U.S. Economy
Prices are high, but Americans are opening their wallets for international flights and hotels. It’s the latest evidence of consumer resilience.
Inflation Cools Sharply in June, Good News for Consumers and the Fed
The Consumer Price Index moderated considerably in June compared with a year earlier, offering relief to Americans after two years of rapid inflation.
The June Payrolls Report Probably Doesn’t Change Much for the Fed
How much more the Federal Reserve raises interest rates this year will hinge on the strength of the economy — particularly the labor market.
Fed Rate Increases Hinge on Strength of Jobs and Economy
How much more the Federal Reserve raises interest rates this year will hinge on the strength of the economy — particularly the labor market.
Fed Officials Were Wary About Slow Inflation Progress at June Meeting
Federal Reserve officials are debating how high to raise interest rates to fully wrangle inflation. The debate was in focus at their meeting last month.
Fed Officials Were Wary About Slow Inflation Progress at June Meeting
Federal Reserve officials are debating how high to raise interest rates to fully wrangle inflation. The debate was in focus at their meeting last month.
Fed Officials Were Wary About Slow Inflation Progress at June Meeting
Federal Reserve officials are debating how high to raise interest rates to fully wrangle inflation. The debate was in focus at their June meeting.
Key Inflation Gauge Cooled in May, Welcome News for Federal Reserve
The Federal Reserve is monitoring “core” price increases for a hint at how inflation will develop. They slowed slightly in May.
Fed Chair Says He Expects Slower Rate Increases to Continue
After rapid interest rate increases, Federal Reserve officials could move to a steadily slower pace — though they aren’t ready to commit.
What Is Happening in the Housing Market?
Home construction surged in May and prices have ticked up, even with interest rates at a 15-year high. The resilience has surprised some economists.