Economic Indicators

Hats off to the Treasury Secretary, Scott Bessent, for keeping the financial heat on Iran as part of the war effort

Fed chair nominee Kevin Warsh is testifying before the Senate Banking Committee and has previously signaled support for a range-based approach to inflation targets.

California added 677,000 housing units while population grew by just 39,000, but vacancy rates remain tight amid a longstanding housing shortage.

Trump says Energy Secretary Wright is wrong about $3 gas timeline, insisting prices will drop once the Strait of Hormuz oil blockade is resolved.

A major airline announced Friday that it is suspending select routes in the U.S., citing soaring jet fuel costs that have made certain operations unprofitable.

High gas prices are squeezing small businesses, but Ford Pro says cutting unnecessary vehicle idling could save fleet operators thousands each year.

Economists push back on Elon Musk's universal high income proposal, warning it could bankrupt governments and fail to prevent AI-driven inflation.

The average rate on a 30-year fixed mortgage fell this week to 6.3%, according to the latest Freddie Mac data released Thursday. That is down from last week's reading of 6.37%.

Scott Bessent warns gas stations that raised prices amid oil supply fears, saying Treasury will watch to ensure prices drop as conditions improve.

The April 15 tax filing deadline is here. A tax expert says e-filing with direct deposit is the fastest way to get a refund from the IRS this year.

A White House report says DEI promotion led to inefficient management, raising business costs and reducing economic growth by an estimated $94 billion.

Workers face rising AI disruption, but experts say learning new skills can ease fears and unlock job growth as businesses invest billions and new roles continue to emerge.

Prospective buyers have leverage in eight metro areas this spring, according to Realtor.com, as listings grow and sellers lower prices nationwide.

The Bureau of Labor Statistics released the latest consumer price index data which showed that CPI inflation surged in March as the Iran war's imapct took a toll on consumer prices.

USPS is suspending pension contributions to preserve liquidity, and officials warn the agency could run out of cash within a year without major reforms.

The average rate on a 30-year fixed mortgage fell this week to 6.37%, according to the latest Freddie Mac data released Thursday. That is down from last week's reading of 6.46%.

The Commerce Department released its second and final revision for fourth quarter GDP which found the economy grew at a slower pace than was previously reported.

The Commerce Department on Friday released the February 2026 PCE inflation report, which showed the Federal Reserve's preferred inflation gauge remained stubbornly high for consumers.

Energy Secretary Chris Wright said California's lack of energy production could pose a national security risk, criticizing Gov. Gavin Newsom for outsourcing oil and gas imports.

Fed's Beth Hammack warns interest rates could rise if inflation stays elevated, citing uncertainty over the Iran war's impact on oil and gas prices.