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US consumer confidence rises; labor worries persist
U.S. consumer confidence rose in February, but more Americans say jobs are hard to get, signaling ongoing labor market risks.
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.
US unemployment claims fall as layoffs stay low
US unemployment claims dropped to 216,000 last week, signaling low layoffs despite recent job cuts at major companies. Data shows a slowing economy and easing inflation.
Consumer confidence falls as high costs unsettle Americans
U.S. consumer confidence fell sharply in November as inflation, weak hiring and the recent government shutdown made Americans more cautious about the economy.
Inflation rises as job market weakens ahead of Fed rate cut
U.S. inflation climbed in August while jobless claims surged, leaving the Federal Reserve in a tough position as it prepares to cut rates next week.
Wall Street hits records on Fed rate cut hopes
U.S. stocks hit new records as investors bet the Federal Reserve will cut interest rates next week to support a slowing job market without triggering recession.
Recession fears push employers to cut costs and cross-train
A new survey shows 80% of U.S. hiring managers expect a recession, prompting employers to cut costs, cross-train workers and scale back hiring.
US consumer confidence rises, tariff fears linger
US consumer confidence edged up in July, but worries over tariffs, inflation, and job market instability continue to weigh on Americans' economic outlook.
US stocks hit record as strong job market lifts yields
US stocks reach new highs as strong jobs data boosts investor confidence and bond yields, lowering hopes for a Fed rate cut and easing recession fears.
US consumer confidence hits 5-year low on tariff fears
U.S. consumer confidence fell to its lowest since May 2020 as tariff concerns rise. Americans expect slower hiring and fear a looming recession.
US job openings slipped to 7.6 million in February, consistent with a healthy but decelerating job market
Employers posted 7.6 million job openings in February, a sign that that the job market is slowing but remains healthy.
Succeeding in IT: Landing a Hot Job vs. Building a Long Career
Recent attention-grabbing headlines about layoffs among tech giants, like Google and Microsoft, can paint a dismal picture of the tech jobs landscape, but it doesn’t look so bleak for nimble […]
