Economy

Weekly Jobless Claims Decline as US Labor Market Stabilizes

First-time U.S. unemployment claims fell in the week ending Dec. 13, indicating the labor market remains broadly stable despite economic uncertainty.

Inflation Cools to 2.7 Percent in November, Lower Than Expected

The annual inflation rate eased to 2.7% last month—the lowest level since July—from 3% in September, according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics.
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64,000 Jobs Added in November, While Unemployment Rises to 4.6 Percent

Employers added 64,000 jobs last month after shedding 105,000 positions in October, according to delayed data from the Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS).

Americans Could See up to $2,000 Tax Refunds Next Year, Says Treasury Secretary

Treasury Sec. Scott Bessent says working Americans will receive “very large refunds” next year as new tax cuts from the One Big Beautiful Bill Act take effect.

US Trade Deficit Unexpectedly Falls to 5-Year Low as Exports Surge

Trump’s tariffs helped reduce the U.S. trade deficit, bringing it to its lowest monthly level in over five years, new federal data shows.

Federal Reserve Poised to Cut Interest Rates at Final Meeting of 2025

The Fed is expected to cut rates at its final meeting of the year, with attention shifting to Chair Powell’s outlook for 2026.

Fed’s Key Inflation Measure Cools, Personal Incomes Top Estimates

Despite consumers’ assessment of economic conditions, new survey data suggest they have become more confident about the economy.

World’s Billionaire Population Surges to New Record High: UBS

The ultra-rich grew even wealthier this year and the world has more billionaires than ever, according to Swiss bank UBS.