For the first time in U.S. history, there may be no official inflation report next month — a direct consequence of the government shutdown now entering its 25th day. The absence of this critical data ...

Five charts show the impact on the economy after a year of sweeping trade changes by the Trump administration.

The United States announced new, higher tariff rates this year. Tariffs can affect supply chains, investment, and firms’ input costs, resulting in supply-side effects such as higher inflation and ...

President Trump’s policies have so far done little to change the overall state of the American economy, but economists warn ...

The economy remained on track this year, defying the gloomiest predictions. That doesn't mean Americans are thrilled with how ...

Fed Chair Jerome Powell reveals American consumers are struggling and looking to "economize" purchases amid stubborn inflation, as central bank holds rates steady.

In its policy meeting on January 28, the US central bank held interest rates steady, defying President Donald Trump’s ...

This time last year, America was focused on the upcoming presidential election. Despite a major hiccup during the summer, in which President Joe Biden bowed out after weeks of fevered speculation ...

Dec. 17 (UPI) --Economic markers say inflation has slowed and steadied since 2023 but consumers are still feeling the effects of high costs of living. Americans continue to feel the squeeze of high ...

Learn about value deflation where businesses reduce product quality or size instead of raising prices, affecting consumption ...