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U.S. consumer sentiment falls as inflation fears rise
U.S. consumer sentiment fell to a three-month low in March as inflation fears grew, driven by rising gas prices and Middle East conflict, survey shows.
U.S. business activity hits 11-month low as inflation fears rise
US business activity fell to an 11-month low in March as energy costs rose, pushing inflation higher and weakening demand, S&P Global survey shows.
Fed seen cutting interest rates in June despite inflation risks
Economists expect the Federal Reserve to cut interest rates in June despite war-driven inflation risks and higher oil prices, according to a Reuters poll.
US trade deficit narrows as exports hit record high
US trade deficit narrowed to $54.5B in January as exports surged to a record $302.1B and imports declined, signaling potential support for economic growth.
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.
Wall St closes mixed as Middle East tensions weigh on stocks
Wall Street closed mixed as Middle East tensions and stagflation fears weighed on stocks, with the S&P 500 and Dow slipping while the Nasdaq posted a small gain.
US existing home sales rise as mortgage rates decline
U.S. existing home sales rose in February as mortgage rates declined and affordability improved, though tight housing supply could limit activity this spring.
US jobs fall as unemployment rate rises to 4.4%
US economy lost 92,000 jobs in February as unemployment rose to 4.4%, raising concerns about labor market stability and complicating the Federal Reserve’s outlook.
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 services sector hits 3½-year high as Middle East war looms
US services sector PMI rose to a 3½-year high in February, signaling economic growth, though the Middle East war and rising oil prices threaten outlook.
Iran war raises risks to US economic resilience, growth
The Iran war is raising risks for the US economy as oil prices rise, shipping lanes face disruption and analysts warn of inflation and slower global growth.
US manufacturing steady as factory prices surge on tariffs
US manufacturing expanded in February as tariffs pushed factory prices to a 3.5-year high, raising inflation risks and lowering expectations for Fed rate cuts.
