The U.S. Economy
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US Retail Sales Excluding Autos MoM 1.4%, expected 0.5%, previous -0.2% (revised from -0.3%), above expectations
Retail Sales Excluding Autos MoM: 1.4%, Expected 0.5%, Prior -0.2% (Revised from -0.3%). Above expectations. Release Time: 2026-09-16 12:30 UTC
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US 30-Year Fixed Mortgage Rate Hits 7.17%, Highest in Nearly Two Years, as 10-Year Treasury Yield Rises to 5.04%
On Monday, the average rate on a 30-year fixed mortgage climbed to 7.17%, its highest level in nearly two years, after the 10-year Treasury yield rose to 5.04%, the highest reading since July 2007. Th
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The U.S. poverty rate is projected to fall to 10.2% in 2025, with median household income jumping 6% to a record $87,460.
Wall Street Express cited data indicating that U.S. household economic conditions are expected to improve significantly in 2025, with the poverty rate projected to fall to 10.2% and median household i
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US Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent: The rise in 10-year government bond yields is due to rising oil prices
US Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent: The rise in 10-year government bond yields is due to rising oil prices
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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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US inflation continues to outpace wage growth, making cost of living pressures a central issue in the midterm elections.
Americans are facing increasing cost-of-living pressures as inflation continues to outpace wage growth, making it the top concern for voters ahead of the midterm elections, according to data from the
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US CB Leading Index MoM 0% on October 22, 2026, vs. expectations of -0.1% and prior of -0.1%, above expectations.
US CB Leading Index MoM 0% on October 22, 2026, vs. expectations of -0.1% and prior of -0.1%, above expectations.
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US October 22, 2026 Continuing Jobless Claims 1728, expected 1720, prior 1710, above expectations
US October 22, 2026 Continuing Jobless Claims 1728, expected 1720, prior 1710, above expectations
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US initial jobless claims for the week of October 17 were 194,000, compared to the previous figure of 199,000.
US initial jobless claims for the week of October 17 were 194,000, compared to the previous figure of 199,000.
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CNBC Survey: Donald Trump's Economic Approval Rating Hits Record Low, 80% of Americans Rate Economy as "Fair or Poor"
According to the latest CNBC All-America Economic Survey, U.S. President Donald Trump's economic approval rating has fallen to a historic low as the midterm elections approach. The survey found that 8
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U.S. pending home sales fell 7.3% month-over-month in September to a record low, while housing starts declined 5.2%.
The U.S. housing market is experiencing a high-interest rate shock, with both sales and construction activity cooling. Data from the National Association of Realtors (NAR) shows that pending home sale
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U.S. mortgage rates drop for first time in 2 months, but demand still falls
U.S. mortgage rates fell for the first time in over two months, with the average 30-year fixed-rate mortgage dropping to 7.41% from 7.50% last week, according to the Mortgage Bankers Association (MBA)
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As a selloff in Treasuries pushes benchmark yields to multi-decade highs, the U.S. government is increasingly reliant on investors who will only buy at the right price.
As a selloff in Treasuries pushes benchmark yields to multi-decade highs, the U.S. government is increasingly reliant on investors who will only buy at the right price.
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U.S. Treasury yields held steady as investors focused on unemployment claims and mortgage data.
On Wednesday, US government bond yields held steady, with the 10-year Treasury yield at 5.1211%, the 2-year Treasury yield at 4.7889%, and the 30-year Treasury yield at 5.4320%. Investors are awaiting
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U.S. pending home sales plunged 7.3% month-over-month in September and fell 11.3% year-over-year, with the index dropping to 66.0.
U.S. pending home sales plunged 7.3% month-over-month in September, reversing August's modest 0.3% gain. The index fell to 66.0, with sales down 11.3% year-over-year. Weakness was observed across all
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Amazon plans to hire over 300,000 seasonal workers, a 20% increase from last year, committing $1.5 billion to workforce pay raises, even as broader U.S. holiday hiring is projected to hit its lowest level since 2008.
Amazon plans to hire over 300,000 seasonal workers, a 20% increase from last year, committing $1.5 billion to workforce pay raises, even as broader U.S. holiday hiring is projected to hit its lowest l
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US September Housing Starts Fell 5.2% to 1.221 Million Units, Below Consensus Expectation of 2.0% Growth
US September Housing Starts Fell 5.2% to 1.221 Million Units, Below Consensus Expectation of 2.0% Growth
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ADP Report: US private sector hiring momentum significantly slowed by 29%, with an average of 18,500 new jobs added per week in the four weeks ending October 3.
ADP Report: US private sector hiring momentum significantly slowed by 29%, with an average of 18,500 new jobs added per week in the four weeks ending October 3.
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BBC Analysis: US Economic Growth at 2.2% During Trump's Term, Inflation at 3.7%, and Job Growth Slowed
BBC Verify analysis indicates that the U.S. economy is currently growing at an annualized rate of 2.2%, with overall GDP growth of approximately 3.2% since Donald Trump's second term began in late 202
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White House's Hassett: U.S. Inflation Still a Concern, September CPI Month-over-Month Rise of 0.6% May Require Further Federal Reserve Efforts
White House National Economic Council Director Kevin Hassett stated on Monday that despite price declines in commodities such as beef and eggs, the U.S. September Consumer Price Index (CPI rose 0.6% m
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U.S. homebuilder sentiment hits 14-year low in October as mortgage rates climb above 7%
U.S. homebuilder sentiment fell to 29 in October, marking its lowest level since June 2012. This decline occurred as mortgage rates climbed above 7%. A record-high 43% of builders cut prices, with ave
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JPMorgan Chase CEO Jamie Dimon: The U.S. economy is booming, but geopolitical conflicts, inflation, and high interest rates pose key risks.
JPMorgan Chase CEO Jamie Dimon stated that the U.S. economy is booming, supported by strong corporate profits, low unemployment, and massive spending on AI infrastructure. He believes that while there
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Iran's acting defense minister criticized Donald Trump's "mother of all bombs" remarks, stating that the American bomb would explode in the U.S.'s global standing and economy.
Iran's acting Minister of Defense, Majid Ibn al-Reza, criticized US President Donald Trump's remarks about the possible use of the "Mother of All Bombs" (MOAB) to strike Iranian energy and nuclear fac
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Federal Reserve Chairman Warsh expressed optimism about the resilience of the U.S. economy and surprise at the performance of the global economy.
Federal Reserve Chairman Warsh on Friday expressed optimism about the resilience of the U.S. economy and surprise at how well the global economy has performed despite energy shocks and tight monetary
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The U.S. budget deficit reached $1.99 trillion in fiscal year 2026, a 12% year-over-year increase; interest expenses surpassed $1 trillion for the first time, hitting a new historical high.
The U.S. Treasury Department announced on Friday that the federal budget deficit for fiscal year 2026, ending in September, expanded to $1.99 trillion, an increase of approximately 12% from $1.78 tril
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Iranian officials emphasized the cost of war through information campaigns ahead of the US midterm elections, stating that the world has lost confidence in the US economy.
Al Jazeera reported that Iranian officials are using English statements to highlight US gasoline prices and economic issues, aiming to increase the political cost for the US of a war with Iran. Iran's
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US household debt payments rose $57 while real take-home pay increased $109 from late 2022 to early 2026, with 52 cents of every dollar of income gain going to debt
US household debt payments rose $57 while real take-home pay increased $109 from late 2022 to early 2026, with 52 cents of every dollar of income gain going to debt
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US FY2026 budget deficit surges to nearly $2 trillion, up 12% in one year.
The U.S. Treasury Department reported on Friday that the budget deficit for fiscal year 2026 reached nearly $2 trillion, an increase of approximately 12% from $1.775 trillion in the previous fiscal ye
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Trump: US economy has never been stronger
Trump: US economy has never been stronger
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Binance announced that it will update the minimum price fluctuation unit for spot trading pairs on October 29.
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