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Wholesale inflation rose 0.6% in February, much more than expected

Wholesale prices accelerated at a faster-than-expected pace in February, another reminder that inflation remains a troublesome issue for the U.S.…

European Central Bank chief economist: Must ‘take our time’ on rate cuts, clearer picture due in June

The European Central Bank must take its time to get interest rate cuts right and will have a clearer picture…

Recession-hit Britain swings to economic growth in January, helped by construction bounce

LONDON — U.K. gross domestic product grew 0.2% in January, the Office for National Statistics said Wednesday, as construction output…

Consumer prices rose 0.4% in February and 3.2% from a year ago

Inflation rose again in February, keeping the Federal Reserve on course to wait at least until the summer before starting…

Consumer spending rebounded in February, according to the CNBC/NRF Retail Monitor

Consumer spending bounced back in February from a January dip, with a little help from leap day. But sales still…

Why Amtrak is attempting to revive the Texas Central bullet train

The U.S., despite decades of research and studies, remains without authentic high-speed rail options. Since 1987, investors have attempted to…

Long-term inflation expectations rise, spelling possible trouble for the Fed, survey shows

Consumers increasingly doubt the Federal Reserve can achieve its inflation goals anytime soon, according to a survey Monday from the…

Saudi oil giant Aramco posts 25% fall in full-year profit

Saudi Arabia’s state oil giant Aramco reported a 25% decline in profit to $121.3 billion in 2023, down from $161.1…

Ray Dalio says Taylor Swift should be president, posts Eras Tour selfie

Hedge fund billionaire Ray Dalio attended a Taylor Swift Eras Tour concert in Singapore, and posted a selfie from the…