Economy

A crucial report Wednesday is expected to show little progress against inflation

A closely watched Labor Department report due Wednesday is expected to show that not much progress is being made in…

Small business optimism hits 11-year low as inflation fears won’t go away

Small business confidence hit its lowest level in more than 11 years for March as proprietors worried that inflation is…

Americans converge on the path of totality to experience the solar eclipse

Today marks a total solar eclipse that is expected to cross the United States as millions of Americans try to…

Unemployment rate among Black Americans jumped in March, contrasting overall trends

The unemployment rate among Black Americans jumped in March, according to data released Friday by the Department of Labor. Black…

Demand for french fries reflects resilient consumer as so-called fry attachment rate holds steady

It’s a timeless question at fast-food counters: Do you want fries with that? Responders continue answering affirmatively at a higher-than-average…

Here’s where the jobs are for March 2024 — in one chart

The U.S. labor market surprised economists with its strength once again, adding more than 300,000 jobs in March, with a…

Job growth zoomed in March as payrolls jumped by 303,000 and unemployment dropped to 3.8%

Job creation in March easily topped expectations in a sign of continued acceleration for what has been a bustling and…

Economist El-Erian says the Fed has turned into a play-by-play commentator

The U.S. Federal Reserve has become too data dependent and has lost sight of its overall strategy, Mohamed El-Erian, chief…

Job gains expected again in March. Here are all the things to look for in Friday’s report

The March nonfarm payrolls count likely will indicate hiring continuing at a solid pace, though some weakening foundations of the…