Treasury Department to buy back $6 billion in gov bonds
The U.S. Treasury Department says it will buy back up to $6 billion in government bonds Thursday, September 10.
U.S. economy
Americans paid $100 billion extra in fuel costs
The war in Iran has cost each American household $770 in increased fuel costs.
US stocks drift lower following their return from a 3-day weekend
U.S. stocks are drifting lower Tuesday in their return to trading from a three-day weekend.
Canada’s retaliatory tariffs hit US products as Trump warns of escalation
Retaliatory tariffs issued by Canada hit some imports from the United States at one minute after midnight Eastern Time on Tuesday, intensifying a trade war between the longtime allies and risking an escalation from President Donald Trump.
U.S. Forest Service to close 23 facilities
The U.S. Forest Service says it will close 23 of its facilities in a move officials say will save more than $16 million.
US diesel prices hit a record high, pushing up transportation costs for a long list of goods
Diesel hit a record price in the U.S. on Friday, soaring to an average of $5.85 a gallon for the first time as the six-month war with Iran disrupts the world’s flow of fuel.
Hiring burst of 162,000 jobs in August puts the focus squarely back on inflation in the US
The U.S. job market rebounded in August as employers added a surprising 162,000 jobs. The unemployment rate stayed at a low 4.1%.
Trump Administration imposing new tariffs on drones
The Trump Administration is imposing new tariffs of up to 100% on drones.
Mortgage rates hit 2026 high
If you’re thinking of buying or selling a home, it’s going to cost you more to borrow money.
Jobs increase, employers cautious
There were more jobs available in July but it may still be difficult to land them.
