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Tariffs may lower inflation, SF Fed research suggests
San Francisco Fed research suggests Trump-era tariffs may lower inflation while raising unemployment, challenging assumptions behind interest rate policy.
Fed poised for rate cut as policymakers split on next steps
The Federal Reserve is likely to cut interest rates this week, but deep divisions among policymakers and mixed economic signals make future rate cuts uncertain.
U.S. job openings slip as labor market shows signs of cooling
U.S. job openings in October held at 7.7 million as layoffs rose and quits fell, signaling a cooling labor market amid tariffs, inflation and delayed economic data.
Federal Reserve cuts interest rate, signals more ahead
The Federal Reserve cut its key rate to 4.1% in its first move this year, citing labor market risks, and projected two more cuts by the end of 2025.
Fed weighs rate cuts amid inflation and political pressure
The Federal Reserve faces inflation, weak hiring, and political pressure as it meets this week to decide whether to cut interest rates by a quarter point.
CBO downgrades US outlook with higher jobless, inflation
The CBO projects higher unemployment and inflation with slower GDP growth this year, citing Trump’s tariffs, tax law, and immigration policies.
US consumer confidence dips in August on jobs, tariffs
Consumer confidence fell in August as job market worries, tariffs and rising prices weighed on Americans, signaling growing unease about the economy.
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.
Fed holds rates steady amid inflation, job risk fears
The Fed kept rates at 4.3% as tariffs raise inflation and job loss risks. Uncertainty clouds outlook for potential rate cuts later this year.
Can Colorado Avoid the Rising Male Unemployment Rates Across the US?
Even as women enter the workforce at rates never before seen in our country, a disturbing trend is arising among men between the ages of 25-54. A new Common Sense […]
Embracing Neurodiversity in the Workplace: 5 Benefits of Hiring Neurodiverse Talent
Employment and the labor market are weird right now, right? Statistics demonstrate that only 62% of the labor force is participating. In Colorado, there are two jobs for every person […]
