economy

US economy is an area of the production, distribution and trade, as well as consumption of goods and services by different methods.

Why $75K Feels Broke in 2025
Why $75K Feels Broke in 2025
September 01, 2025  |  Consumer Finance

On paper, earning $75,000 to $100,000 a year should place a household squarely in the American middle class. By historic standards, this income range signaled relative stability....

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Ross Eyes Price Hikes to Offset Tariffs
Ross Eyes Price Hikes to Offset Tariffs
August 29, 2025  |  Retail

Off-price retailer Ross Stores is reportedly considering raising some prices to offset the effects of new U.S. tariffs.  The company, which owns Ross Dress for Less and dd’s Discounts,...

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GDP’s 3.3% Surprise Masks Warning Signs in Household Habits
GDP’s 3.3% Surprise Masks Warning Signs in Household Habits
August 28, 2025  |  Consumer Insights

Consumer spending, the main engine that drives the U.S. economy, continues to lay a solid foundation for growth. The Bureau of Economic Analysis published Thursday...

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Job Prospects and Inflation Weigh on Consumer Confidence
Job Prospects and Inflation Weigh on Consumer Confidence
August 26, 2025  |  Economy

Consumer confidence slipped in August, as individuals said inflation is likely to surge, while job prospects dimmed and spending plans were, at best, mixed. The...

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Core Capital Goods Orders Increase More Than Expected
Core Capital Goods Orders Increase More Than Expected
August 26, 2025  |  Economy

New orders for manufactured durable goods declined by 2.8% in July, marking the third decline in four months, but rising orders for the “core capital...

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Temu Restarts China-to-US Shipments After Tariff Truce
Temu Restarts China-to-US Shipments After Tariff Truce
August 26, 2025  |  Retail

Temu reportedly restarted shipping products from China to consumers in the United States after a tariff-related truce. Suppliers, partners and investors said the eCommerce platform...

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Hospitality Struggles While Micro-Businesses Stage a Comeback on Main Street
Hospitality Struggles While Micro-Businesses Stage a Comeback on Main Street
August 25, 2025  |  SMBs

For several years, small- to medium-sized businesses (SMBs) in the United States have lived under a cloud of uncertainty. From pandemic shutdowns to runaway inflation...

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Continued Claims for Unemployment Benefits Reach Highest Level Since 2021
Continued Claims for Unemployment Benefits Reach Highest Level Since 2021
August 21, 2025  |  Economy

The number of Americans who have filed a continued claim for unemployment benefits has reached its highest level since Nov. 6, 2021. Insured unemployment reached...

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Sony Raises PlayStation Prices in Tough Market
Sony Raises PlayStation Prices in Tough Market
August 21, 2025  |  Economy

If you’ve been planning to buy Sony’s PlayStation 5, expect to pay a bit more. “Similar to many global businesses, we continue to navigate a...

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