How the government shutdown will impact the economy

The partial shutdown of the federal government could have an economic impact, although it's unlikely to have a significant impact based on past shutdowns.

Fed cuts key interest rate, signals two more this year

The Federal Reserve has faced ongoing pressure from President Donald Trump to lower interest rates. However, the central bank has chosen to keep rates unchanged since late 2024.

Fed rate cuts: What they mean for you

The Federal Reserve is meeting Tuesday to decide whether to lower interest rates. Here’s what a cut would mean for mortgages, credit cards, auto loans, savings accounts and investments.

Inflation rose last month amid weakening job market: How will the Fed respond?

Typically, the Fed would cut its key interest rate when unemployment rises, but it would raise rates — or at least keep them unchanged — in the face of rising inflation.

Supreme Court says it will hear Trump appeal on tariffs in key economic case

The Supreme Court said Tuesday it will quickly decide whether most of President Donald Trump’s sweeping tariffs — a key part of his economic agenda — are legal.

Most Americans believe personal choices keep people in poverty, poll finds

A recent poll reveals that most Americans have differing views on the root cause of homelessness, but most think the government doesn’t spend enough to help those in need.

Americans' support for capitalism drops to new low, poll finds

A recent poll finds that Americans favor small business and free enterprise even though their overall feelings of capitalism has changed compared to past years.

States where unemployment claims are increasing the most

The unemployment rate ticked up to 4.3% last month, according to a new jobs report from the Labor Department.

Wages are outpacing pandemic-era inflation in these 4 industries

A new Bankrate report shows that while wages are slowly catching up, they still lag behind the surge in prices that began during the pandemic.

US national debt hits record $37 trillion

The U.S. national debt topped $37 trillion for the first time Friday as federal borrowing hits record levels.

Trump's tax law will benefit the rich at the cost of the poor, CBO analysis finds

The Congressional Budget Office estimates that the poorest Americans could lose more income annually compared to rich people due to President Donald Trump's tax legislation.