The U.S. Economy
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U.S. consumer confidence fell to a seven-month low of 89.4 points in August, the lowest since January this year, due to increasing pessimism about employment and economic prospects.
U.S. consumer confidence fell by 0.8 points to 89.4 in August, following a downward revision in the previous month, data from the Conference Board showed on Tuesday. Meanwhile, the University of Michi
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US Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent says "K-shaped economy is over," low-income wage growth surpasses high-income for the first time
U.S. Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent stated earlier this month that the "K-shaped economy is over" and it's now more like a "C-shaped economy," with low-income workers catching up. Data from the Bank
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RXO Reports: U.S. Truckload Spot Rate Index Continues to Soar in Q3, Up 43% Year-Over-Year
Freight brokerage RXO said on Tuesday that its truckload spot rate index recorded its largest quarter-over-quarter increase in five years in the second quarter and continued to rise in the third quart
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Donald Trump Retweets Wayne Root Claiming "US Business Is Booming," Accuses Media of "Gaslighting" the US Economy
Donald Trump retweeted a Wayne Root tweet from his friend and financial advisor Kip Herriage (VRAinsider), which stated that American business is booming, with large-cap stocks, profits, and earnings
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U.S. new home sales plunged 10.5% month-over-month in July, with the median sale price down 0.9% year-over-year.
U.S. July new single-family home sales annualized fell to 607,000 units, lower than the expected 620,000 units. Market supply sharply increased from 8.5 months in June to 9.6 months, and the number of
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Scotiabank expects US GDP growth to slow to 2% in 2026 and 1.9% in 2027; Canada's growth to slow to 0.9% in 2026 and expand to 2.2% in 2027.
Scotiabank expects US GDP growth to slow to 2% in 2026 and 1.9% in 2027; Canada's growth to slow to 0.9% in 2026 and expand to 2.2% in 2027.
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Wells Fargo economist Sarah House said that despite rising interest rates, the U.S. economy can maintain growth, and expects the Federal Reserve's Kevin Warsh to focus on long-term issues rather than interest rate movements at the Jackson Hole meeting.
Wells Fargo economist Sarah House says the U.S. economy can continue to grow despite rising interest rates. She expects Federal Reserve Chair Kevin Warsh will likely use the Jackson Hole meeting to fo
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US economic growth lost momentum in July, with the Chicago Fed National Activity Index falling to -0.08 from 0.06 in June, signaling growth below the historical trend.
US economic growth lost momentum in July, with the Chicago Fed National Activity Index falling to -0.08 from 0.06 in June, signaling growth below the historical trend.
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Japan's benchmark 10-year bond yield nears 3% for first time in three decades, on Takaichi budget fears and US view worries
Japan's benchmark 10-year bond yield nears 3% for first time in three decades, on Takaichi budget fears and US view worries
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U.S. industrial production rose 0.2% in July, missing the forecast of 0.3%.
Manufacturing output increased 0.2%, matching expectations, while mining gained 0.2% and utilities rose 0.5%. Capacity utilization edged up to 76.3%, in line with forecasts. Meanwhile, the annualized
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US July Housing Starts Fall 12.4% to 1.239 Million Units, Below Consensus of 1.350 Million
US July Housing Starts Fall 12.4% to 1.239 Million Units, Below Consensus of 1.350 Million
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BlackRock Fund Manager Koesterich: Energy Stocks Are the Best Portfolio Diversifier as Bonds Are No Longer an Effective Hedge
BlackRock Global Allocation Fund portfolio manager Russ Koesterich said that this week's rise in 30-year U.S. Treasury yields to their highest level since 2007 has rendered bonds ineffective as a hedg
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Goldman Sachs warns of a slowdown in US consumer spending growth, projecting real consumer spending growth to ease to 1-1.5% in the second half of the year as the boost from tax refunds diminishes.
Goldman Sachs economist Jan Hatzius noted in a new report that S&P 500 discretionary consumer companies saw sales grow by 5.9% year-over-year in the second quarter, while staple consumer companies gre
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According to Curinos data, the average variable interest rate for U.S. HELOCs fell to 7.16%, a new low for 2026, while the average interest rate for fixed-rate home equity loans was 7.35%, with a difference of 19 basis points between the two.
According to real estate data analytics firm Curinos, the average variable interest rate for a home equity line of credit (HELOC) in the U.S. was 7.16% as of August 17, 2026, marking a new low for 202
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Gold Steady Near $4,400 as Traders Weigh US Data and Rate Path
Gold Steady Near $4,400 as Traders Weigh US Data and Rate Path
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US August Michigan Consumer Sentiment Index preliminary value fell to 51, the first decline in three months, lower than the expected 55; one-year inflation expectation rose to 4.3%.
The preliminary report released by the University of Michigan on Friday showed that the US consumer confidence index's preliminary reading for August fell to 51 from 55.2 in July, lower than the 55 ex
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U.S. retail sales fell 0.6% in July, marking the first decline in 14 months, driven by cheaper gas and post-Amazon Prime Day slowdown.
U.S. retail sales fell 0.6% in July, marking the first decline in 14 months, driven by cheaper gas and post-Amazon Prime Day slowdown.
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Priya Misra, a portfolio manager at JPMorgan Chase Asset Management, discusses the resilience of the U.S. economy and the Federal Reserve's future interest rate path.
Priya Misra, a portfolio manager at JPMorgan Chase Asset Management, discusses the resilience of the U.S. economy and the Federal Reserve's future interest rate path.
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U.S. short-term interest-rate futures rise slightly after economic data.
U.S. short-term interest-rate futures rise slightly after economic data.
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US July Producer Prices Unchanged M/M, Below Est. +0.2%; Core PPI Rises 0.2% M/M, Below Est. +0.3%
US July Producer Prices Unchanged M/M, Below Est. +0.2%; Core PPI Rises 0.2% M/M, Below Est. +0.3%; Producer prices rose 4.7% Y/Y, below est. +4.9%; Core PPI rose 4.2% Y/Y, in line with est. +4.2%.
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Analysis shows that nearly half of Americans support or expect to support their elderly parents, with 58% already in debt as a result, highlighting the issue of insufficient retirement savings.
An analysis article points out that nearly 46% of Americans are currently providing or expect to provide financial support for their aging parents, and among them, 58% have already incurred debt as a
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Wall Street firms forecast U.S. headline CPI between 3.30% and 3.40% ahead of today's release, with a deviation potentially triggering sharp market reactions.
Wall Street firms forecast U.S. headline CPI between 3.30% and 3.40% ahead of today's release, with a deviation potentially triggering sharp market reactions.
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New York Fed Quarterly Report: U.S. Q2 overdue consumer loan share and new delinquent debt both slightly decreased, indicating improved consumer conditions.
New York Fed Quarterly Report: U.S. Q2 overdue consumer loan share and new delinquent debt both slightly decreased, indicating improved consumer conditions.
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U.S. existing home sales fell 1.7% month-over-month in July to a seasonally adjusted annual rate of 4.06 million units, with the median price rising 2% year-over-year to $434,100.
U.S. existing home sales fell 1.7% month-over-month in July to a seasonally adjusted annual rate of 4.06 million units, slightly above market expectations of 4.05 million units. According to data from
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To join America's top 10% of households, a net worth of approximately $2 million is required, according to the Federal Reserve's latest Survey of Consumer Finances (SCF).
The Federal Reserve's Survey of Consumer Finances (SCF) indicates that while the median American family has a net worth of $192,900, and the average is $1,063,700, a net worth of roughly $2 million is
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U.S. mortgage rates rose for a second consecutive day, with the 30-year fixed rate climbing to 6.91%.
U.S. mortgage rates rose for a second consecutive day on Saturday, September 12, 2026, according to Zillow's lender market data. The 30-year fixed rate increased by 8 basis points to 6.91%, the 15-yea
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U.S. September consumer sentiment index fell 7.5% to 47.8, the second-lowest reading since 1952
The University of Michigan's consumer sentiment index dropped 7.5% in September to 47.8, marking the second-lowest reading in the survey's history dating back to 1952. Consumers expect inflation to co
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U.S. August core CPI rose 0.3% month-over-month, above expectations of 0.2%.
U.S. August core CPI rose 0.3% month-over-month, above expectations of 0.2%.
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Bank of America Strategist: Diesel Prices Are the Real Threat to the U.S. Economy, Surpassing $6 on Friday to Hit a New All-Time High
Bank of America Strategist: Diesel Prices Are the Real Threat to the U.S. Economy, Surpassing $6 on Friday to Hit a New All-Time High
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Investor Warning: US Treasury Secretary Bessent's $6 Billion Bond Operation Insufficient to Curb Soaring Borrowing Costs
Investor Warning: US Treasury Secretary Bessent's $6 Billion Bond Operation Insufficient to Curb Soaring Borrowing Costs
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U.S. container imports reached 2.6 million TEUs in August, the third-highest monthly level on record, according to Descartes.
U.S. container imports in August rose 3% year-over-year and 22% versus August 2019, signaling resilient consumer demand despite tariffs and inflation. Shipping costs remain elevated, with Shanghai-New
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US August Existing Home Sales fell 2% MoM to 3.98M units, meeting estimates
US August Existing Home Sales fell 2% MoM to 3.98M units, meeting estimates
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UBS's Reiman Expects Two Fed Rate Hikes This Year, Says US Economy Can Withstand Them
Kurt Reiman, head of fixed income at UBS Global Wealth Management, expects two interest-rate hikes from the Federal Reserve this year, stating that the US economy can withstand them. He attributes ris
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HSBC's Kettner Says Bond Yields Are About Fundamentals, Not Bessent's Influence
Max Kettner, chief multi-asset strategist at HSBC Bank, argues that higher US bond yields are driven by US growth and exceptionalism, stating, "at the end of the day, this is fundamentals, this is not
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U.S. mortgage demand fell by 2.7%, with the average 30-year fixed rate rising to 6.85%.
U.S. mortgage applications fell by 2.7% last week, according to data from the Mortgage Bankers Association (MBA), with refinancing applications down 6.2% and purchase applications down 0.2%. During th
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U.S. Small Business Confidence Edged Lower in August, Index Down 1.1 Points to 98.7
The National Federation of Independent Business (NFIB) reported that its small-business optimism index ticked down 1.1 points to 98.7 in August, as uncertainty remained elevated and expectations for b
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US Mortgage and Refinance Rates on Sep 7: 30-Year Fixed Purchase at 6.67%, 15-Year Fixed at 6.04%, Fixed Purchase Rates Lower Than Refi Rates
According to Zillow lender marketplace data for Monday, September 7, 2026, the 30-year fixed purchase rate is 6.67%, 6 basis points lower than the current refinance rate. The 15-year fixed purchase ra
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Trump posts on Truth Social: "No wonder they like me!!! Women account for almost all net U.S. job gains since I took office."
Trump posts on Truth Social: "No wonder they like me!!! Women account for almost all net U.S. job gains since I took office."
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The Nikkei 225 rose 1.8% to 66,167.70 points, led by chip-related stocks.
Japanese stocks rose in early trading, buoyed by sustained optimism for AI-related demand and signs of a strengthening US economy. SoftBank Group climbed 6.2%, Tokyo Electron gained 4.5%, and Lasertec
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US trucking industry sees business boom from AI data center construction, offsetting trade war and fuel price impacts
The construction of sprawling AI data centers, which require massive components like HVAC systems, wiring, and semiconductors to be transported primarily by truck, is providing a significant boost to
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JPMorgan Chase has reinstated its long position on the dollar, with analysts believing the dollar remains undervalued by 3% to 4% relative to interest rate differentials, and that the resilience of the U.S. economy has not been fully priced in.
JPMorgan Chase has reinstated its long position on the dollar, with analysts believing the dollar remains undervalued by 3% to 4% relative to interest rate differentials, and that the resilience of th
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Donald Trump praised the strong performance of the US summer tourism industry, with the World Cup contributing over $18 billion.
Donald Trump posted on Truth Social, stating that the U.S. summer tourism season was "incredible," with Americans traveling nearly 300 billion miles and national parks hosting 78 million visitors. He
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U.S. August employment report shows manufacturing and construction job growth outpaced services, with AI infrastructure investment identified as a core driver.
Data from the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) shows that over the six months ending in August, employment in goods-producing industries grew by 0.6%, surpassing the 0.4% increase in the service
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U.S. Employers Added 162,000 Jobs in August, Marking a Hiring Rebound and Stronger Summer Job Market Than Previously Thought
The Bureau of Labor Statistics reported on September 4 that U.S. employers added 162,000 jobs in August, exceeding some forecasters' expectations. Revisions to previous months' totals also indicated a
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Fed source Nick Timiraos: U.S. August wage growth slowed to 3.1%, the lowest in the current cycle; private sector aggregate weekly payrolls index rose 4.3% year-over-year.
Fed insider Nick Timiraos cited data indicating that U.S. wage growth over the past 12 months slowed to 3.1% in August, marking a new low for the current cycle. Specifically, wage growth for private s
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US six-month hiring average rises to 107,000 for all employers and 106,000 for private-sector employers, reaching the highest levels in over two years.
US six-month hiring average rises to 107,000 for all employers and 106,000 for private-sector employers, reaching the highest levels in over two years.
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US Average Hourly Earnings YoY 3.1%, expected 3%, prior 3.2%
Average Hourly Earnings YoY: 3.1%, expected 3%, previous 3.2% Private Nonfarm Payrolls: 127K, expected 45K, previous 30K U6 Unemployment Rate: 7.7%, expected 8%, previous 7.9% Labor Force Participatio
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US August Nonfarm Payrolls Expected to Rise by 53,000, Unemployment Rate to Stay at 4.1% Ahead of Friday's Report
US August Nonfarm Payrolls Expected to Rise by 53,000, Unemployment Rate to Stay at 4.1% Ahead of Friday's Report
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