Today: October 29, 2026
Today: October 29, 2026

US Economy

Arts|Economy

US weekly jobless claims hover near 57-year lows

The number of Americans filing new claims for unemployment benefits hovered near 57-year lows last week amid labor market resilience.

Business|Economy|Finance

US economic growth accelerates in third quarter

The US economy grew faster than expected in the third quarter as resilient consumer spending and AI-driven business investment more than offset the

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Last snapshot of the US economy before midterms shows stronger growth but higher inflation

Last snapshot of the US economy before midterms shows stronger growth but higher inflation

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US unemployment claims slide to 194,000, the lowest since mid-July

The number of Americans applying for unemployment claims dipped last week to 194,000 — lowest since mid-July — as layoffs remain low and most Americans enjoy job security

Economy|Technology

US economy grows at brisk 3.4% pace in third quarter on strong consumer spending and AI investment

The U.S. economy grew at a healthy 3.4% annual pace from July through September, accelerating from the second quarter on strong consumer spending and investment in artificial intelligence

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European bonds and stocks hold gains; ECB meeting in focus as Lagarde confirms early exit

Europe's government bond and stock markets rallied on Thursday as traders waited on the European Central Bank's next move and for results

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Fed highlights economic strength but muddies outlook for Treasuries

The Federal Reserve kept interest rates steady on Wednesday as expected, but it was not able to comfort bond investors

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Fed's policy committee to weigh balance sheet issues early next year, Warsh says

By Michael S.

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Fed's Warsh announces changes in how future FOMC meetings will go

By Michael S.

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Fed's Warsh says US economy not running too hot

Federal Reserve Chairman Kevin Warsh said on Wednesday that the US economy is not running too hot despite some demand pressures from the boom in AI investment, adding

Economy

Fed leaves rates unchanged as it awaits 'accumulation of more information'

The Federal Reserve held interest rates steady on Wednesday, as expected, opting to delay any changes to borrowing costs until after

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What to expect from the Fed today

What to expect from the Fed today

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US consumer confidence improves in October

US consumer confidence improved in October amid an easing in gasoline prices, though frustration with the rising cost of living persisted, a survey showed on Tuesday.

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AI investment boom powers US business spending on equipment in September

New orders for key US-manufactured capital goods increased in September and shipments of these products surged, suggesting business spending on

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Bond investors are thinking less about the Fed and more about AI, deficits

Wall Street considers it settled that the Federal Reserve will hold

Arts|Business|Economy|Election|Finance

5 things to watch from the Federal Reserve's next meeting

Federal Reserve policymakers are likely to keep their key interest rate unchanged Wednesday when they finish what may seem like an uneventful meeting

Economy|Finance

Fed to hit pause on rate hikes, but maybe not for long

Federal Reserve policymakers have telegraphed they will not raise US short-term borrowing costs again this week, but with inflation concerns still front and center,

Economy|Technology

US growth boosted by AI, but no sign of a turning point higher

In his 2025 inaugural address, President Donald Trump said his return to the White House heralded the start of a new golden age for the US, especially for the economy.

Business|Economy|World

Trump announces at a Georgia campaign rally that Audi will build a new auto factory in the state

President Donald Trump has announced that Audi will build a new auto factory in Georgia

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Wall Street loses ground under pressure from rising oil prices

Stocks fell on Wall Street as the market came under increasing pressure from rising oil prices

Economy|Finance

Consumers across party lines are fed up with high gas prices

Consumers across party lines are fed up with high gas prices

Business|Economy|Political|US

Canadian jet maker Bombardier says it plans new $270 million US investment

Canadian jet maker Bombardier plans to invest $270 million in the United States and add 300 jobs, the company said on Friday, days after President Donald Trump dropped

Arts

FACT FOCUS: When it comes to Trump's economy, these are the numbers that matter before Nov. 3

President Donald Trump is trying to convince voters before the Nov. 3 midterm elections that the U.S. economy is rocketing upward

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Gold edges lower as investors weigh Fed rate signals

Gold edged lower on Tuesday as investors weighed the likelihood of additional US interest rate hikes this year ahead of next week's Federal Reserve policy