Young Americans More Pessimistic About Jobs, Poll Finds
A new Gallup analysis reveals a striking generational split in job optimism in the U.S., with young americans more pe...
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Rare Signal Not Seen in 75 Years, Markets Ahead of Midterms
A long-dormant market indicator has flashed, raising questions about the pace of the rally as the midterm election cy...
Unfortunate Truth About Claiming Social Security at FRA
As 2026 unfolds, retirees face a pivotal choice: claim at Full Retirement Age or delay. The unfortunate truth about c...
Fed Unlikely Interest Rates Until 2027, BofA Predicts
Bank of America economists say the Fed is unlikely to cut rates until 2027, a forecast that could influence mortgages...
Poll: Americans Want Congress to Act on Housing Costs
A new voter poll shows broad demand for federal action to reduce housing costs, with cross‑party support for quick pa...
U.S. Economy Surprises with 115,000 Jobs in April 2026
Payrolls rose by 115,000 in April, beating forecasts as the unemployment rate held at 4.3%. The report comes as oil-m...
Economy Added 115,000 Jobs in April, Beating Forecasts
The U.S. labor market produced a modest April gain, with the economy added 115,000 jobs and unemployment steady at 4....
U.S. Debt Surpasses GDP: What It Means for Mortgage Rates
When the national debt climbs past the size of the economy, it can ripple through interest rates and monthly payments...
April Cuts Surge Downsizing Sparks Tech Layoff Wave
April's 38% jump in layoffs, driven by AI downsizing in tech, pushed the monthly total to 83,387. The report undersco...
Tariffs Strengthening Economy: Why They Don’t Work
Tariffs are pitched as a way to strengthen the economy, but the reality is more complicated. This article breaks down...
Fed Leaves Interest Rates Steady as Powell Nears End
The Federal Reserve keeps rates unchanged as Powell's tenure nears its end, citing inflation risks and global tension...
Trump’s Iran Costing U.S. Jobs as Oil Shock Deepens
Rising energy costs from the Iran conflict are trimming U.S. payroll growth by a running estimate of up to 12,000 job...