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US inflation steady as Iran conflict drives up oil prices
US inflation held steady in February but rising oil prices from the Iran conflict pushed gasoline costs higher, raising concerns about future consumer prices.
US jobless claims steady as labor market remains stable
US jobless claims held steady at 213,000 as layoffs fell and productivity remained strong, signaling a stable labor market and steady Federal Reserve policy.
US consumer sentiment hits six-month high, business outlook mixed
U.S. consumer sentiment hit a six-month high in February, signaling mixed business outlook as inflation concerns ease but labor market and spending risks persist.
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.
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.
Trade policy and inflation raise risks for Colorado economy
Colorado’s economy faces rising risks from trade policy and inflation, with tariffs, slower job growth, and uneven consumer spending shaping the 2026 outlook.
