Hong Kong leader says new US law, violence will harm economy
The government will soon launch a fourth round of measures to support business, protect jobs and offer economic relief.
US construction spending unexpectedly falls in October
The report came on the heels of recent upbeat October data on the goods trade deficit, housing and manufacturing that led economists to boost their gross domestic product estimates for the fourth quarter.
China repeats demand for rollback of US tariffs for deal
A roll back some tariffs needed as part of a trade deal.
China's factory activity expands at quickest pace in almost three years
It marked the fastest expansion since December 2016.
Black Friday shoppers drop record-breaking $7.4B in online sales
Total spending for the holidays is expected to reach $730.7 billion.
Thanksgiving Day shopping frenzy tops record with $4.1B spent
E-commerce behemoths saw a 244 percent boost in sales on Thanksgiving, while smaller retailers experienced a 61 percent jump.
US beef imports increase approved by EU lawmakers
They also urged the removal of tariffs imposed by President Trump on EU steel and aluminum.
Companies struggle to grow profits, look ahead to 2020
Corporate profits continued their yearlong slide during the third quarter and analysts expect another decline this quarter before the numbers start improving.
Big tech target of French tax, a Trump response may put wine and cheese in the crosshairs
The Trump administration is gearing up for another trade skirmish with an unexpected foe.
Fed's Beige Book reports modest economic growth in the fall
Almost all of the Fed’s 12 districts reported modest growth over the past few months.
US growth revised higher to 2.1% in third quarter
Analysts surveyed by Refinitiv expected the measure to remain unrevised from the preliminary reading.
Goodwill CEO: More consumers asking for resale holiday gifts
Accenture study reveals nearly 60 percent of consumers would be interested in receiving a resold good for a gift, said Steve Preston.
Amazon deal flop: New York governor called 'embarrassment' in flood of hate mail
The three-term Democratic governor’s office was sent roughly 1,500 messages.
Fed's Powell heads to Connecticut, Rhode Island as region's economy sags
Sluggish economic growth is a trend pervasive across New England.
Fed minutes reveal officials unlikely to cut rates again
Most Fed officials agreed the current level of rates will remain appropriate.
Millennials' 'troubling' health habits could have alarming effect on US economy
Millennials now account for the largest share of the U.S. population and labor force
Salaries in Texas are growing faster than New York
Both Midland and Odessa, another shale town at the heart of the American oil resurgence, reported the fastest growth.
Former Walmart CEO: Consumers remain strong despite tariffs
"I think the president has an interest in solving it because, as long as the economy stays strong and a trade deal gets done, I think the president's in better shape from a re-election standpoint," former Walmart CEO Bill Simon said.
US housing starts climbed 3.8% in October
A positive sign for the overall economy
California gig economy law to strip truck drivers of highest-paying industry jobs
Some drivers may be forced to leave the state, experts say.