Economic Indicators

Industrial metals are the building blocks of construction, key to making everything from houses to electric cars. Their prices are particularly sensitive to manufacturing activity in China because the country accounts for roughly half of global demand for copper and other materials.

The U.S. economy's growth is likely slowing as 2020 comes to a close, but a growing number of economists expect it to claw back to its pre-pandemic strength by the second half of next year.

Democratic leaders pointed to the lackluster November jobs report on Friday as the latest evidence that another substantial coronavirus relief package is needed for American families and workers still hurting from the pandemic. 

House Speaker Nancy Pelosi said Friday that new coronavirus relief measures could be attached to the omnibus spending bill that Congress needs to pass by next week in order to avoid a government shutdown. 

Employment growth slowed sharply in November, with the economy adding just 245,000 jobs amid a resurgence in coronavirus cases and fresh government-mandated lockdown measures.

Brexit trade negotiations are down to the wire this week. Even if the U.K. and European Union strike an accord, it won’t cover Britain’s most valuable industry, and one coveted by the EU: finance.

The Labor Department's monthly payroll report shows how the nation's job market is recovering from the coronavirus pandemic.

President-elect Joe Biden endorsed a $908 billion coronavirus relief proposal from a group of bipartisan senators, saying it "wouldn't be the answer" but would provide immediate help to American workers and businesses reeling from the pandemic.

Economists estimate that employers added 469,000 jobs in November

Economists estimated that employers added 469,000 jobs in November

President-elect Joe Biden suggested this week that he supports returning individual and corporate tax rates to Bush-era highs even though his economic agenda likely hinges on the outcome of two Georgia runoff elections in January.

The number of Americans applying for state unemployment benefits remained elevated last week, as a surge in coronavirus cases and colder weather continue to threaten the labor market's recovery from the pandemic.

House Speaker Nancy Pelosi and Senate Minority Leader Chuck Schumer embraced a bipartisan $908 billion coronavirus relief deal as the starting point for negotiations with Republicans.

November bankruptcy filings in the U.S. hit a 14-year low, driven by a decline in individuals filing for protection from creditors as they continue to enjoy the benefits of eviction moratoriums and other government assistance stemming from the coronavirus pandemic.

The S&P 500 index hit an all-time high Wednesday for a second straight record close

Lockdowns are hitting regional economies.

Treasury Secretary Steven Mnuchin said Wednesday that he has spoken with Janet Yellen, President-elect Joe Biden's pick to lead the department next year, as part of the White House transition process.  

Household appliances are breaking down faster than before with increased use as people shelter at home, and existing malfunctions have now become more intolerable. As travel remains limited because of the pandemic, wealthier consumers flush with cash are choosing to upgrade household products or splurge on new purchases.

Judge ordered release of detailed PPP data in response to lawsuit by news organizations under Freedom of Information Act

The ADP National Employment Report revealed how many jobs private U.S. employers added in November amid a surge in COVID-19 cases.