Americans cutting back on snacks
Many Americans are cutting back on snacks, but not for health-related reasons.
Car thefts fell 17% in 2024
Car thefts in the U.S. fell 17% last year, marking the largest decline in 40 years.
U.S. economy
Federal Reserve sees tariffs raising inflation this year, keeps key rate unchanged
The Federal Reserve kept its benchmark interest rate unchanged Wednesday and signaled that it still expects to cut rates twice this year even as it sees inflation staying stubbornly elevated.
There’s still time to save the economy, according to experts
Experts say it is not too late for the U.S. to avoid inflation and a potential economic slowdown.
Trump tariffs slowing economic growth
A global group of economists predicts President Trump’s tariff policies will slow economic growth in the U.S. and around the world and send prices higher again.
Americans increased spending tepidly last month as anxiety over the economy takes hold
U.S. shoppers stepped up their spending just a bit in February after a sharp pullback the previous month, signaling that Americans are shopping more cautiously as concerns about the direction of the economy mount.
Trump signs a bill funding the government for 6 months, avoiding a shutdown
President Donald Trump has signed into law legislation funding the government through the end of September, ending the threat of a partial government shutdown and capping off a struggle in Congress that deeply divided Democrats.
Gold prices hit $31K, first time in history
Gold prices hit a record high as concerns about the Trump Administration’s tariffs increase.
Senate works to avert partial government shutdown ahead of midnight deadline
The Senate finds itself on Friday in a familiar position, working to avoid a partial government shutdown with just hours to spare as Democrats confront two painful options: allowing passage of a bill they believe gives President Donald Trump vast discretion on spending decisions or voting no and letting a funding lapse ensue.
Poll: 55% of Americans say fed cuts will cause harm
Americans are growing more concerned about the economy.
