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US producer prices jump in January on tariff pressures
U.S. producer prices rose 0.5% in January as tariffs and higher margins pushed costs up, reinforcing expectations the Federal Reserve will delay interest rate cuts.
US construction spending rises on homebuilding rebound
U.S. construction spending rose 0.3% in December as single-family homebuilding and home renovations increased, though nonresidential projects declined.
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.
New York Fed inflation gauge rises to 2.8%
The New York Fed’s core inflation gauge rose to 2.8% in December, highlighting ongoing price pressures as policymakers weigh rate cuts and tariff impacts.
Small business optimism cautious as costs rise
Small business optimism remained cautious in 2026 as rising tariffs and insurance costs weighed on profits despite stronger consumer spending.
US trade deficit widens in December; jobless claims fall
US trade deficit surged in December on higher imports while weekly jobless claims fell sharply, signaling stable but cautious labor market conditions.
US equipment spending rises on AI boom, housing lags
US business spending on equipment surged in December driven by AI investments, while the housing market showed mixed signals with rising starts but weak sentiment.
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.
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 business borrowing for equipment rises over 5% in December
US business borrowing for equipment rose 5.9% in December, with financing activity near record levels, according to the Equipment Leasing and Finance Association.
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.
