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It’s Donald Trump’s Economy Now
When the Commerce Department released a report on April 30 showing that the economy had shrunk during the first quarter of ...
Stocks Rise; Walmart to Raise Prices Due to Tariffs
Trump’s tariffs and trade deals continue to affect global markets. Follow along for live updates on the Dow, S&P 500 and Nasdaq.
Real World Economics: GDP is important, but must be kept in context
The Commerce Department’s Bureau of Economic Analysis last week released its “advance estimate” of U.S. Gross Domestic ...
When Experts Say 'The Stock Market Is Not the Economy,' What Do They Mean?
When experts claim "the stock market isn't the economy," they're highlighting a crucial disconnect between Wall Street and ...
Dow Slips; Walmart to Raise Prices Due to Tariffs
Trump’s tariffs and trade deals continue to affect global markets. Follow along for live updates on the Dow, S&P 500 and Nasdaq.
Will a Soft NFP Validate Rising Jobless Claims, Falling JOLTS, and Contracting GDP?
Rising claims, falling JOLTS, and shrinking GDP signal labor stress. A weak NFP Friday could spark a selloff, lift Treasuries, and shift Fed cut odds.