Economy

Europe must avoid ‘disaster’ of trade decoupling as it eyes China tariffs, EU’s economics chief says

The European Union must avoid a harmful decoupling of global trade as it mulls tariffs on Chinese electric vehicles and…

CPI report shows inflation easing in April, with consumer prices still rising 3.4% from a year ago

Inflation eased slightly in April, providing at least a bit of relief for consumers while still holding above levels that…

Here’s everything to expect from Wednesday’s key report on inflation

Inflation trends may have gotten a little less dreary in April, though they are still likely to keep the Federal…

Wholesale prices rose 0.5% in April, more than expected

Wholesale prices jumped more than expected in April, putting up another potential roadblock to interest rate cuts anytime soon. The…

Inflation outlook rises, fueled by expected increases for housing costs, New York Fed survey shows

Consumers in April raised their expectations for price increases both in the near and longer term, fueled by higher inflation…

Behind America’s divided economy: Booming luxury travel and a jump in ‘relief’ loans

At American Express, consumers are continuing to open high-fee credit cards and splurge on luxuries like travel. But for lending…

Consumer sentiment tumbles as inflation fears surge

Consumer sentiment slumped as inflation expectations rose, despite otherwise strong signals in the economy, according to a closely watched survey…

Traders reassess Bank of England rate cuts as UK grows at fastest rate in nearly 3 years

LONDON — A slew of commentary from the Bank of England and a better-than-expected economic growth number have left traders…

UK economy emerges from recession with 0.6% growth in first quarter

The U.K. economy has emerged from recession as gross domestic product rose 0.6% in the first quarter, official figures showed…

The U.S. is now Germany’s biggest trading partner — taking over from China

After years of China being Germany’s main trading partner, the U.S. looks like it’s quietly taking that top spot as…