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US politics
fromThe Atlantic
1 week ago

Trump Might Be Losing His Race Against Time

Trump is accelerating efforts to consolidate authoritarian power while public support and economic indicators decline, making collaborators' loyalty increasingly precarious.
fromBusiness Insider
2 weeks ago

United's CEO says travel demand has roared back like a 'light switch coming on'

Travel demand has soared back in the second half of the year, and that's good news for the economy at large, too, according to United Airlines' CEO. Scott Kirby told CNBC's "Squawk Box" on Tuesday that demand significantly improved at the beginning of July. "It was like a light switch coming on," he added. The summer travel period is key for airlines, while Labor Day and Thanksgiving are also significant revenue drivers.
Business
Business
fromHarvard Business Review
2 weeks ago

Which Weak Signals Should You Pay Attention To?

Conflicting traditional economic indicators prompt CEOs to monitor alternative business and market metrics to anticipate shifts and maintain competitive advantage.
US politics
fromwww.mediaite.com
3 weeks ago

So It's Their Fault?' Fox's Bill Hemmer Challenges Kevin Hassett Blaming Jobs Report on BLS

August added only 22,000 jobs, unemployment rose to 4.3%, and officials blamed BLS survey issues and expected upward revisions of roughly 70,000 jobs.
US news
fromABC7 Los Angeles
4 weeks ago

Applications for U.S. jobless benefits rise last week but remain in healthy range of past few years

Initial unemployment claims rose modestly to 237,000 for the week ending Aug. 30; four-week average rose and total beneficiaries fell to 1.94 million.
#housing-market
fromSFGATE
3 months ago
Real estate

Pending Home Sales Rise Unexpectedly in May, Offering Positive Sign for Summer

Real estate
fromFortune
3 months ago

Falling home prices are raising the risk of a deeper correction as the housing market cracks under high mortgage rates

Home prices are declining due to high mortgage rates and increased supply, signaling a potential prolonged downturn in the housing market.
SF real estate
fromwww.housingwire.com
3 months ago

Pending home sales tick up 1.8% in May

Pending home sales show modest recovery but remain subject to market volatility.
Fluctuating mortgage rates continue to pose challenges for housing affordability.
fromSFGATE
3 months ago
Real estate

Pending Home Sales Rise Unexpectedly in May, Offering Positive Sign for Summer

fromFortune
3 months ago
Real estate

Falling home prices are raising the risk of a deeper correction as the housing market cracks under high mortgage rates

more#housing-market
US politics
fromFortune
1 month ago

Even if you can't trust the data, these 13 warning signs will tell you the economy is in trouble

Recent challenges to the reliability of U.S. government economic statistics have led to widespread skepticism about the health of the economy.
#crude-oil
more#crude-oil
#us-stock-market
fromFortune
1 month ago
US news

Warren Buffett's $1.6 billion bet on UnitedHealth sends the struggling insurer's stock soaring

fromFortune
3 months ago
US politics

Consumer spending is weakening, the job market is getting worse, and investors love it

fromFortune
1 month ago
US news

Warren Buffett's $1.6 billion bet on UnitedHealth sends the struggling insurer's stock soaring

fromFortune
3 months ago
US politics

Consumer spending is weakening, the job market is getting worse, and investors love it

more#us-stock-market
#stock-market
Startup companies
from24/7 Wall St.
3 months ago

Summer Market Sell-Off Could Be Coming - Buy High-Yield Utility Stocks As Power Demand Soars

Caution is advised as Wall Street anticipates a potential summer sell-off amidst significant market recovery gains.
more#stock-market
#inflation
more#inflation
US politics
fromBusiness Insider
1 month ago

Government data is now in question. Here's where macro investors are turning to fill the gaps.

Trump's firing of the BLS head has raised concerns among macro investors about future government data validity.
fromSlate Magazine
1 month ago

Why You Should Care About Someone Else's McDonald's Breakfast

In the allotted amount of time I have, this is what works.
E-Commerce
Business
fromFortune
1 month ago

Why America's jobs data may be getting it wrong

Rising business formation rates since COVID-19 are not captured by traditional job growth statistics, which misrepresent the employment landscape.
#mortgage-rates
fromSFGATE
3 months ago
SF real estate

Mortgage Interest Rates Today: Mortgage Rates Tick Down After 10-Year Treasury Yields Sink Over Weak Jobs Report

Mortgage rates fell to 6.85%, influenced by weaker job growth and dropping Treasury yields, providing relief to homebuyers amid improving inventory.
fromwww.housingwire.com
5 months ago
LA real estate

Mortgage rates settle down after wild ride

Mortgage rates and the 10-year yield have experienced volatility, yet there are signs of a stabilizing trend in the market.
Key economic indicators remain steady despite trade war uncertainties.
SF real estate
fromSFGATE
3 months ago

Mortgage Interest Rates Today: Mortgage Rates Tick Down After 10-Year Treasury Yields Sink Over Weak Jobs Report

Mortgage rates fell to 6.85%, influenced by weaker job growth and dropping Treasury yields, providing relief to homebuyers amid improving inventory.
more#mortgage-rates
Renovation
fromBusiness Matters
1 month ago

UK construction activity slumps to lowest level since Covid amid housing slowdown

UK construction activity sharply declined in July, marking the steepest drop since early COVID pandemic months, mainly driven by a fall in housebuilding.
US politics
fromBusiness Insider
1 month ago

Consumer spending may be up, but so is household debt, a new report from the New York Fed shows

Household debt has reached $18.39 trillion, with increased delinquency and credit card balances significantly rising.
#jobs-report
fromFortune
1 month ago
US politics

Here's what the doomsayers are getting wrong about the job market, according to a Wall Street veteran

fromFortune
2 months ago
US politics

The shock jobs report sets off this recession alert and holds fresh clues that AI may be boosting unemployment, JPMorgan says

fromFortune
1 month ago
US politics

Here's what the doomsayers are getting wrong about the job market, according to a Wall Street veteran

fromFortune
2 months ago
US politics

The shock jobs report sets off this recession alert and holds fresh clues that AI may be boosting unemployment, JPMorgan says

more#jobs-report
fromSFGATE
1 month ago

Trump Orders Firing of Top Official After Job Report Shows Weak Hiring

The U.S. added fewer jobs than anticipated in July, leading to a total increase of only 73,000 jobs, significantly below expectations of over 100,000.
US politics
US politics
fromFortune
2 months ago

'Goldilocks' is ignoring the three bears, Wall Street says

Markets remain at all-time highs despite tariffs and reduced GDP growth forecasts.
#market-trends
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#bitcoin
Cryptocurrency
fromBitcoin Magazine
5 months ago

Bitcoin Miners Are Doubling Down

Bitcoin miners are bullish and increasing their hash rate despite market bearishness.
There's a rare divergence between Bitcoin hash rate and price, indicating miner confidence.
The recent spike in mining difficulty suggests heavy investment in miner infrastructure.
The Hash Ribbons Indicator signals a potential Bitcoin buying opportunity.
more#bitcoin
#retail-sales
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#unemployment
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#social-security
from24/7 Wall St.
2 months ago
Retirement

What The Brand New Inflation Numbers Mean for Your 2026 Social Security COLA

Social Security cost-of-living adjustments depend directly on inflation rates.
fromwww.housingwire.com
4 months ago
Retirement

Social Security sees 'dramatic' spike of 276,000 applications

Significant increase in Social Security applications amid economic concerns, with a 13% rise this fiscal year compared to last.
Early benefit claims raise alarm among policy experts due to potential long-term financial impact on recipients.
Retirement
fromwww.housingwire.com
4 months ago

Social Security sees 'dramatic' spike of 276,000 applications

Significant increase in Social Security applications amid economic concerns, with a 13% rise this fiscal year compared to last.
Early benefit claims raise alarm among policy experts due to potential long-term financial impact on recipients.
more#social-security
Real estate
fromwww.housingwire.com
2 months ago

Real estate at the crossroads: What jobs, robots, and the Fed reveal about the market's next move

374,000 new job openings lifted total openings to 7.8 million, but the hiring rate declined.
fromLondon Business News | Londonlovesbusiness.com
2 months ago

Trade tensions weigh on Euro, German bond yield rises - London Business News | Londonlovesbusiness.com

The euro was at a three-week low against the US dollar as renewed trade tensions, fueled by President Trump's tariff announcement, weighed on the common currency.
Europe news
US news
from24/7 Wall St.
3 months ago

Stock Market Live July 2: Surprise Job Losses Drive Down S&P 500 (VOO) Wednesday

Private employers experienced a surprising job loss of 33,000 in June according to ADP data.
#us-dollar
more#us-dollar
Cars
fromStreetsblog
3 months ago

Does Constant Driving Really Make Our Country Richer? - Streetsblog USA

Higher reliance on cars correlates with declining economic indicators, challenging the belief that driving fuels economic growth.
US news
from24/7 Wall St.
3 months ago

The Dow, S&P, and Nasdaq Make History (VOO, SPY, QQQ)

Market recovery driven by optimism in tech, industrials, and utilities, despite flat economic indicators.
#us-equities
more#us-equities
Toronto startup
fromBusiness Insider
3 months ago

Is TaskRabbit a new recession indicator? Its CEO says applications to be a 'Tasker' have spiked

Interest in gig work has surged, with TaskRabbit seeing a significant increase in Tasker applications amid economic uncertainty.
Startup companies
from24/7 Wall St.
3 months ago

The Fed Could Cut Rates in September: 3 Ultra-High-Yield Dividend Stocks Could Explode Higher

Investors favor ultra-high-yield dividend stocks for income and total return potential.
Potential rate cuts by the Federal Reserve due to slowing economic conditions may impact investment strategies.
#sp-500
more#sp-500
fromMiami Herald
4 months ago

Property values are cooling in Miami-Dade. New report hints at weakness to come

The real estate market, after years of growth, appears to have stabilized.
Miami food
from24/7 Wall St.
4 months ago

S&P 500 (NYSEARCA: SPY) Live: Markets Retreat on US-China Trade Jitters

The apparent unraveling of the U.S. and China trade deal caused all three major stock market averages to open lower, reflecting ongoing investor uncertainty.
NYC startup
Retirement
from24/7 Wall St.
4 months ago

S&P 500 (NYSEARCA: SPY) Live: Markets Upbeat on EU Tariff Surprise and Resilient Economy

Market rally driven by EU tariff delay and improved consumer confidence data.
US politics
fromwww.housingwire.com
4 months ago

FHFA Director Pulte calls on Powell to lower interest rates

Releasing Freddie Mac and Fannie Mae from conservatorship could lead to higher mortgage rates, impacting the economy negatively.
#uk-economy
more#uk-economy
Renovation
fromNew York Post
4 months ago

How contractors are preparing for a pending recession

Slower construction is a significant indicator of an impending recession, according to a new survey of contractors.
SF real estate
fromSFGATE
4 months ago

Mortgage Demand From Homeowners Recovers as Applications Rise for the Second Week in a Row

Purchase applications are rising as the housing market improves, despite a slight overall increase in mortgage applications.
US news
fromwww.housingwire.com
5 months ago

The key to mortgage rates: Fed phone calls?

U.S. job growth remains steady despite signs of labor softness, with specific sectors experiencing growth and others facing declines.
Overall economic indicators show a mixed labor market situation as potential recession risks loom.
LA real estate
fromSFGATE
5 months ago

The Sell-Off of Treasurys and How the 10-Year Yield Affects Mortgage Rates

The 10-year Treasury yield is a key economic indicator impacting mortgage rates and financial markets.
US Elections
fromwww.theguardian.com
5 months ago

Is a US recession on the horizon amid Trump's tariffs? | Jeffrey Frankel

Economic indicators suggest a potential recession, but certainty remains elusive amidst fluctuating consumer and business confidence.
Cryptocurrency
from24/7 Wall St.
5 months ago

S&P 500 (NYSEARCA: SPY) Live: NEM (NYSE: NEM) and DFS (NYSE: DFS) Rise in Eye of Storm

Market uncertainty is heightened as President Trump targets Fed Chairman Powell.
Broader markets are down nearly 2% due to trade war and economic factors.
Europe news
fromwww.independent.co.uk
5 months ago

No end in sight for hiring market slump, says recruitment giant Hays

The Independent provides crucial journalism to inform the public on various issues without charging for access, relying on donations for funding.
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