US Economy

Economists five risk factors heading into 2022

The U.S. economy is entering the new year with serious momentum, with average weekly jobless claims near the lowest level in 52 years. The unemployment rate was down to 4.2% in November, but economists say five risk factors could quickly change all that.

President Biden to unveil first part of infrastructure plan Wednesday

Wednesday, President Joe Biden will unveil the next chapter of his effort to transform the United States economy. The president is laying out the first part of his $3-$4 trillion infrastructure plan to rebuild the nation’s roads, bridges, water systems and technology, with climate related measures as well. It also invests in manufacturing, the care giving economy as well as research and development.