U.S. economy adds 12,000 jobs in October, unemployment rate stays at 4.1%

Fed’s Logan says ‘strong and stable’ U.S. economy still faces ‘meaningful uncertainties’

The chief of the Dallas Federal Reserve said the economy is “strong and stable,” but the central bank needs to be watchful for a rebound in inflation as it gradually lowers U.S. interest rates.

Business - MarketWatch - October 21

U.S. economy poised for somewhat slower growth, leading indicators signal

The leading indicators of the U.S. economy fell again in September because of weakness in a few key industries such as housing and manufacturing, but not enough to suggest any sign of major trouble.

Business - MarketWatch - October 21

Here’s Why People Feel Like a Strong U.S. Economy Is Passing Them By

Many people feel they aren’t getting their share of strong economic expansion—and that isn’t always a disconnect from reality, according to new research.

Business - Inc. - 3 days ago

U.S. economy grew at a 2.8% pace in the third quarter, less than expected

Gross domestic product was expected to increase at a 3.1% annualized pace in the third quarter.

Business - CNBC - 2 days ago

U.S. economy grew 2.8% last quarter, powered by consumer spending

Consumer confidence soared in October, signaling that Americans may continue to open their wallets.

The U.S. economy grew at a 2.8% pace in the third quarter, less than expected

The U.S. economy posted another solid though slightly disappointing period of growth in the third quarter, propelled higher by strong consumer spending that has defied expectations for a slowdown.

U.S. Economy Grew at a Solid 2.8 Percent Pace Last Quarter

Consumer spending powered gains despite still-high interest rates, indicating healthy, reslilient conditions.

Business - Inc. - 2 days ago

Private job creation totaled a stunning 233,000 in October, far more than expected, ADP says

ADP said it was the best month for job creation since July 2023.

Business - CNBC - 2 days ago

Private job creation totaled a stunning 233,000 in October, far more than expected, ADP says

Private-job creation burst to its highest level in more than a year during October, despite a devastating storm season in the Southeast and major labor disruptions, ADP reported Wednesday.

October jobs report was a ‘head fake.’ Look at these numbers instead before Election Day.

A jobs report skewed by hurricanes and a strike at Boeing landed on voters’ radar with less than a week until Election Day, scrambling the picture of the U.S. economy as Kamala Harris and Donald ...

Business - MarketWatch - 3 hours ago

The biggest U.S. homebuilder misses on earnings as it says buyers are staying on the sidelines

D.R. Horton, the largest U.S. homebuilder by market cap, on Tuesday reported earnings well below estimates as it said interest rates were keeping buyers on the sidelines and forcing the company to ...

Business - MarketWatch - 3 days ago

Jobs report offers blurry snapshot of economy days before election: What to know

The latest jobs report data is incomplete due to one-off disturbances last month.

Patriot — Alexei Navalny’s fight for a ‘beautiful Russia’, in his own words

The memoir of Putin’s murdered opponent is a worthy testament to his courage, defiance and humour

World - Financial Times - October 22

Here’s how ETF investors can lock in higher yields as Treasury rates jumped in October

Defined-maturity bond ladder ETFs could help investors lock in high yields and maturity dates to match their investment goals during periods of heightened market volatility.

Business - MarketWatch - 20 hours ago

Supreme Court Won’t Hear Challenge to Job Protections at U.S. Consumer Watchdog

The conservative court declined to take a case that could have led to the weakening of limits on a president’s power to fire some federal agency leaders.

Business - Inc. - October 22

Job openings in the U.S. fall to the lowest level in 3½ years

U.S. job openings fell in September to a three-and-a-half year low as as the demand for labor ebbed and businesses waited for the economy to speed up.

Business - MarketWatch - 3 days ago

10-, 30-year Treasury yields drop again after GDP data opens door to Q4 slowdown

Yields on long-dated Treasurys closed lower on Wednesday after a weaker-than-expected reading on third-quarter U.S. economic growth gave way to the possibility of another slowdown in the final ...

Business - MarketWatch - Yesterday

Waller skeptical of more big Fed rate cuts amid worries a strong economy could reignite inflation

A key voter on the Federal Reserve said the surprising strength of the economy suggests the central bank should “proceed with more caution” in cutting U.S. interest rates to make sure inflation ...

Business - MarketWatch - October 14

China reports its economy grew at a 4.6% annual rate in the July-September quarter, below the government'S 5% target

World - ABC News - October 17

China's economy grows at a 4.6% rate in the last quarter, falls short of the official 5% target

China has reported that its economy expanded at a rate of 4.6% in the July-September quarter

World - ABC News - October 18

For Working Women in India, Staying Safe Can Feel Like a Full-Time Job

Taking steps to ward off a violent attack, and reassuring family members, is an invisible form of labor for women that is a central element of their work life.

World - The Wall Street Journal - October 16

How back-to-back hurricanes could impact insurance rates across the U.S.

As Florida residents recover from hurricanes Milton and Helene, experts say the damage will likely worsen the home insurance crisis in the state and could lead to higher rates nationwide. CBS News ...

Muddled Jobs Data May Do Little to Alter Immediate Fed Rate Path

Officials at the Federal Reserve are widely expected to cut rates by a quarter point next week.

Business - The New York Times - 6 hours ago

Gallerist Atsuko Ninagawa on how to navigate Tokyo’s art scene

A tour of the city’s cultural highlights with the co-founder and director of Art Week Tokyo

World - Financial Times - 3 days ago

Reeves’ Budget measures risk hitting ‘working people’, analysts say

Some businesses will struggle with tax rises alongside a higher minimum wage and new labour laws

World - Financial Times - 3 days ago

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Fed’s Logan says ‘strong and stable’ U.S. economy still faces ‘meaningful uncertainties’

U.S. economy poised for somewhat slower growth, leading indicators signal

Here’s Why People Feel Like a Strong U.S. Economy Is Passing Them By

U.S. economy grew at a 2.8% pace in the third quarter, less than expected

U.S. economy grew 2.8% last quarter, powered by consumer spending

The U.S. economy grew at a 2.8% pace in the third quarter, less than expected

U.S. Economy Grew at a Solid 2.8 Percent Pace Last Quarter

Private job creation totaled a stunning 233,000 in October, far more than expected, ADP says

Private job creation totaled a stunning 233,000 in October, far more than expected, ADP says

October jobs report was a ‘head fake.’ Look at these numbers instead before Election Day.

The biggest U.S. homebuilder misses on earnings as it says buyers are staying on the sidelines

Jobs report offers blurry snapshot of economy days before election: What to know

Patriot — Alexei Navalny’s fight for a ‘beautiful Russia’, in his own words

Here’s how ETF investors can lock in higher yields as Treasury rates jumped in October

Supreme Court Won’t Hear Challenge to Job Protections at U.S. Consumer Watchdog

Job openings in the U.S. fall to the lowest level in 3½ years

10-, 30-year Treasury yields drop again after GDP data opens door to Q4 slowdown

Waller skeptical of more big Fed rate cuts amid worries a strong economy could reignite inflation

China reports its economy grew at a 4.6% annual rate in the July-September quarter, below the government'S 5% target

China's economy grows at a 4.6% rate in the last quarter, falls short of the official 5% target

For Working Women in India, Staying Safe Can Feel Like a Full-Time Job

How back-to-back hurricanes could impact insurance rates across the U.S.

Muddled Jobs Data May Do Little to Alter Immediate Fed Rate Path

Gallerist Atsuko Ninagawa on how to navigate Tokyo’s art scene

Reeves’ Budget measures risk hitting ‘working people’, analysts say

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