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Policy uncertainty weighs on US dollar amid global shifts
The US dollar has weakened as policy uncertainty, rising global growth and investor hedging reduce demand, even as it remains the world’s reserve currency.
Post-holiday orders lift US manufacturing in January
Post-holiday reordering pushed US manufacturing into growth in January, but tariff uncertainty clouds the outlook despite a jump in new orders.
Stocks slide, dollar rises after Trump taps Warsh for Fed
Stocks fell and the dollar climbed after Trump named Kevin Warsh as Fed chair pick, while stronger inflation data rattled markets.
US producer prices jump in December as tariff pressures rise
U.S. producer prices rose 0.5% in December, the biggest gain in five months, as tariff pass-through and higher service costs lift inflation risks.
US weekly jobless claims fall as labor market remains stable
U.S. weekly jobless claims declined as layoffs stayed low, signaling stable labor market conditions even as hiring remains slow and households grow cautious.
Fed holds rates steady as inflation remains elevated
The Federal Reserve left interest rates unchanged, citing elevated inflation and a stabilizing job market, with investors eyeing a possible June rate cut.
Three fragile pillars holding up the US economy
Economists warn the U.S. economy relies on narrow pillars including health care jobs, wealthy consumer spending and AI investment growth.
S&P 500 hits record close as earnings offset insurer selloff
The S&P 500 closed at a record high as strong corporate earnings and tech gains outweighed losses in health insurers tied to Medicare rate changes.
US consumer confidence hits 11-year low in January
U.S. consumer confidence fell to an 11-year low in January as worries about jobs, high prices and inflation raised concerns about slower spending.
US core capital goods orders rise for fifth straight month
US core capital goods orders rose for a fifth straight month in November, signaling steady business investment and supporting the economic outlook.
US business activity steady in January as sentiment improves
US business activity held steady in January as PMI data showed modest growth. Consumer sentiment improved, though inflation and tariff-related cost pressures remain.
US consumer spending rises as labor market stays weak
US consumer spending rose 0.5% in November, but a weak labor market and a falling saving rate highlight uneven economic conditions, federal data showed.
