Feds cut interest rates, Nasdaq hits record following Trump win
The stock market is showing positive signs after Donald Trump won a second term.
'All gone to hell': The economy is top of mind for voters
Polls show the US economy is the main issue for voters this year.
Port workers strike: Half the nation's ocean shipping halted
Dockworkers went on strike Tuesday amid negotiations over a new contract.
Voters focus on economy amid upcoming election
Polls show that November's presidential election is going to be a tight one. A recent survey found 38% of people will consider their finances when deciding who to vote for.
NYC COVID czar caught on cam bragging about attending drug-fueled sex parties during pandemic
Varma — who served as senior health advisor to then-Mayor Bill de Blasio during the height of the pandemic, talked about hosting orgies with his wife and attending underground dance parties with more than 200 people.
'It's good news': Biden celebrates progress of American economy
President Biden is celebrating the progress of the American economy, just one day after the federal reserve cut interest rates.
Federal Reserve meets amid call for interest rate cuts
The Federal Reserve began two days of meetings Tuesday with interest rates on the docket. They will announce their decision Wednesday afternoon.
Trump, Harris outline different approaches to U.S. economy
As former President Donald Trump and Vice President Kamala Harris prepare for next week's debate, both are laying out more details on their economic plans for the country.
Presidential candidates to discuss policy plans
Vice President Kamala Harris will campaign in New Hampshire Wednesday where she is expected to talk about her plans for the economy. Former President Donald Trump will visit swing state, Pennsylvania again.
Morning power hour: Tips for job seekers
In July alone, an estimated 3 million people lost their jobs. Recruiting expert Mary Olson-Menzel shares some tips for job seekers.
Americans are anxious about money during election: study
A new study shows 78% of Americans are anxious about their finances amid the 2024 election, with 40% of investors planning to move or pull money out of the stock market due to election anxiety.
VP Harris unveils economic plan
Kamala Harris unveiled numerous proposals she hopes will lower the cost of living for American families.
Wedding costs soar as inflation rises
A new survey by Zola, a wedding planning website, showed the average ceremony in the U.S. costs more than $30,000 due to inflation.
All eyes on Wall Street after tough stock market dip
Investors will be keeping a close eye on the stock market this morning after some big drops in recent days. The Dow Jones, Nasdaq and S&P 500 have lost a combined 1,600 points in the last two days of trading.
Unemployment rate increases in July, raises fears of recession
The Federal Reserve July jobs report showed an increase in the country's unemployment rate which raised concerns about the future of the economy.
Inflation slows in June
Inflation in the U.S. cooled in June for a third straight month.
NASCAR accused of killing Chicago business
It was the second yard for the NASCAR Chicago Street Race, which was expected to boost the local economy. But some business owners said they experienced just the opposite.
Federal Reserve inflation forecast
Some significant economic news from the federal reserve on Wednesday, noting some progress on inflation reduction. But despite that though, the fed is forecasting just one rate cut this year.
May 2024 job report smashes estimates
Economists predicted the latest job numbers would be good, but last month's figures far exceeded expectations. Lydia Hu broke down what these surprising new numbers could mean for the economy.
Biden to release 1M barrels of gas from reserve to lower prices
The Biden Administration plans to release 1M barrels of gas from reserves amid climbing gas prices. The action hoped to combat inflation, comes just in time before million take to the roads for Memorial Day Weekend.