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MarketWatch - Business
Yield on 2-year Treasury ends at lowest in two years after big drop in consumer confidence
The policy-sensitive 2-year Treasury yield falls to its lowest level in two years as bond traders price in an aggressive slate of expect Federal Reserve rate cuts.1 hour ago -
The New York Times - Business
An East Coast Port Strike Could Shake the Economy
Businesses are preparing for a strike by dockworkers on the East and Gulf Coasts, which could begin Oct. 1 if negotiations don’t yield a new contract.3 hours ago -
CBS News - Top stories
Visa monopoly over debit cards hurts consumers and businesses, feds say
Visa exploits its market dominance to stifle competition, costing consumers and merchants billions in extra fees, feds allege in a lawsuit.4 hours ago -
CNBC - Business
September consumer confidence falls the most in three years
The Conference Board's consumer confidence index slid to 98.7, down from 105.6 in August, the biggest one-month decline since August 2021.6 hours ago -
CNBC - Business
2-year Treasury yield falls after consumer confidence miss
The 2-year U.S. Treasury yield was lower on Tuesday as market participants parsed a fresh consumer confidence reading.6 hours ago -
NBC News - Top stories
Consumer confidence fell more than expected this month
The reading comes days after the Federal Reserve cut its key interest rate as it tries to prevent further slowing in the labor market.7 hours ago -
MarketWatch - Business
Consumer confidence plunges on weaker job market and high cost of living. Americans are anxious ahead of election.
Consumer confidence fell in September to a three-month low ahead of a pivotal U.S. election whose outcome could hinge on which presidential candidate voters think will do a better job on the economy.7 hours ago -
The Wall Street Journal - World
China Tries to Jolt Ailing Economy
China’s central bank announced an unusually broad package that signals growing unease in Beijing after a run of downbeat numbers on jobs, spending and inflation.13 hours ago - China -
CBS News - Top stories
California lawsuit alleges Exxon misled consumers about plastics recycling
Less than 10% of plastics in the U.S. are recycled.Yesterday - California -
Inc. - Business
How Preppy Cult Brands Captured the Imaginations and Wallets of Female Consumers
How many Stanley cups, Bogg Bags, and Kendra Scott necklaces does anyone need? Apparently, as many as you can buy.Yesterday -
Financial Times - Business
Trumponomics: the radical plan that would reshape America’s economy
In a bid to boost manufacturing, the Republican candidate is promising sweeping tariffs. Critics warn they would cause huge damage and heighten global tensionsYesterday - Donald Trump -
Inc. - Business
Poll: Voters Undecided Between Harris and Trump on the Economy
A new poll found that the economy is one of the most important issues for a majority of voters.Yesterday - Donald Trump -
BBC News - Top stories
Labour warns of gloomy reality for economy
The Scottish Secretary tells the BBC his party inherted the "worst economic and public service finances situation since the Second World War".2 days ago -
Financial Times - World
How resilient is the US consumer?
Market Questions is the FT’s guide to the week ahead2 days ago -
BBC News - Top stories
Murdered banker's family have 'lost confidence' in police
Alistair Wilson was shot on his doorstep almost 20 years ago and his killer has never been caught.3 days ago -
The Hill - Politics
Views split on Trump, Harris over economy
Welcome to The Hill's Business & Economy newsletter {beacon} Business & Economy Business & Economy The Big Story Would Trump or Harris better handle the economy? A new survey finds voters see ...4 days ago - Donald Trump -
BBC News - Top stories
'Painful' Budget warning spooks people's confidence
Some economists have linked a drop in consumer confidence to officials' warnings of a painful Budget.4 days ago -
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Financial Times - World
FirstFT: Wall Street titan John Paulson defends Trump’s tariff talk
Also in today’s newsletter, S&P 500 hits record high and Amazon’s crackdown on remote work4 days ago -
MarketWatch - Business
Mercedes-Benz cuts guidance on slump in China’s economy
Mercedes-Benz shares fell 8% on Friday morning as the company cut its guidance for the second time since July4 days ago - China