In December, US consumer prices experienced an annual increase of 2.7%, marking the conclusion of a year characterized by modest advancements in inflation, yet persistent affordability challenges for a significant portion of the American populace. The most recent Consumer Price Read More …
As President Donald Trump implemented additional tariffs last year, numerous economists promptly cautioned that both prices and unemployment would experience an uptick. With the majority of the 2025 economic results now available, it appears that those forecasters may receive partial Read More …
Marcus Satterfield holds a stable position in Virginia Beach, earning a respectable income, which alleviates concerns regarding his ability to support his young daughter, particularly during the holiday season. Typically, the living room would be abundant with gifts and playthings. Read More …
President Donald Trump consistently seizes the chance to critique his predecessor regarding economic matters, asserting that former President Joe Biden is responsible for the inflation crisis. However, certain economic proposals put forth by Trump are beginning to resemble those of Read More …
This week’s data indicates that the American economy is expanding at its most rapid rate in two years; however, polling reveals a bleak sentiment among Main Street residents. It is nearly astonishing to consider that we are discussing the same Read More …
According to Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell, the optimal solution to address the cost-of-living challenges faced by Americans is to implement larger wage increases for workers. The proposed solution appears to be flawed as well. The US job market has Read More …
The economy can be distilled into a straightforward formula: income less expenditures. When it appears that our incomes are increasing at a rate that outpaces prices, the economy is demonstrating positive health. When they are not functioning properly, the situation Read More …
The most recent official inflation data released prior to the Federal Reserve’s upcoming policymaking meeting was a report delayed by the shutdown, indicating that the rate of price increases persisted in September while consumer spending declined following a summer surge. Read More …
Americans, frustrated by prolonged inflationary pressures, are entering the 2025 holiday shopping season with a combative mindset. However, this holiday shopping season may appear significantly more robust than one might anticipate – at least in theory. High-income consumers continue to Read More …
As we commenced this week, the prevailing sentiment regarding the American economy was predominantly pessimistic. However, following what seemed, at least superficially, to be a robust jobs report and impressive earnings from Nvidia and Walmart – all occurring within approximately Read More …