Economy

The national average price has dropped to $2.85 per gallon.

The delayed jobs report shows employment gains topped economists’ expectations.

Trump administration signed flurry of deals in 2025, with more on tap in 2026, State Department specialist tells corporate leaders in Washington forum.

However, sentiment remained below the breakeven level of 50 in every month this year.

The deal, pending regulatory approval, is expected to close in the first half of 2026.

‘In the end, the job of the Fed is to be independent and to work with the group of people that are on the Board of Governors.’ Kevin Hassett said.

Mortgage applications rose 15 to 20 percent year over year, while sales volume increased just 2 to 4 percent.

Investors moved to rate-sensitive stocks after lackluster tech earnings raised AI return concerns and the Fed cut rates for the third time this year.

The president said in an interview that the next Federal Reserve chairman should consult with him on interest rates.

Costco joins the growing list of retailers seeing a k-shape forming.

Federal law bans the use of Medicaid funds for illegal immigrants.

‘Prophylactic’ financial regulatory policies, Bessent said, generally ‘do not account for their overall impact on economic growth.’

Regulators, including the SEC, have also raised concerns, with active discussions underway about the risks AI poses to the financial system.

Higher net exports are expected to add to solid fourth-quarter gross domestic product growth.

Refunds will be coming during the tax year, Scott Bessent said.

Lower mortgage rates, cheaper borrowing costs, and smaller returns on savings could be some of the effects of the Fed’s decision.

U.S. Trade Representative Jamieson Greer discussed tariffs during an event hosted by the Atlantic Council on Dec. 10.

Following promising results from an early-stage pilot program, the company now plans to begin commercial production in late 2028.

Policymakers cut rates by a quarter point, citing a slowing job market. Three officials dissented on differing grounds.

China’s restrictions have strained Western manufacturers, prompting GE Vernova and U.S. officials to bolster stockpiles and accelerate alternative sourcing.

The national average price has dropped to $2.85 per gallon.

The delayed jobs report shows employment gains topped economists’ expectations.

Trump administration signed flurry of deals in 2025, with more on tap in 2026, State Department specialist tells corporate leaders in Washington forum.

However, sentiment remained below the breakeven level of 50 in every month this year.

The deal, pending regulatory approval, is expected to close in the first half of 2026.

‘In the end, the job of the Fed is to be independent and to work with the group of people that are on the Board of Governors.’ Kevin Hassett said.

Mortgage applications rose 15 to 20 percent year over year, while sales volume increased just 2 to 4 percent.

Investors moved to rate-sensitive stocks after lackluster tech earnings raised AI return concerns and the Fed cut rates for the third time this year.

The president said in an interview that the next Federal Reserve chairman should consult with him on interest rates.

Costco joins the growing list of retailers seeing a k-shape forming.

Federal law bans the use of Medicaid funds for illegal immigrants.

‘Prophylactic’ financial regulatory policies, Bessent said, generally ‘do not account for their overall impact on economic growth.’

Regulators, including the SEC, have also raised concerns, with active discussions underway about the risks AI poses to the financial system.

Higher net exports are expected to add to solid fourth-quarter gross domestic product growth.

Refunds will be coming during the tax year, Scott Bessent said.

Lower mortgage rates, cheaper borrowing costs, and smaller returns on savings could be some of the effects of the Fed’s decision.

U.S. Trade Representative Jamieson Greer discussed tariffs during an event hosted by the Atlantic Council on Dec. 10.

Following promising results from an early-stage pilot program, the company now plans to begin commercial production in late 2028.

Policymakers cut rates by a quarter point, citing a slowing job market. Three officials dissented on differing grounds.

China’s restrictions have strained Western manufacturers, prompting GE Vernova and U.S. officials to bolster stockpiles and accelerate alternative sourcing.