Trump touts US economy as envy of world leaders while China falters
China’s economic growth has slowed to the lowest level in nearly three decades.
African-American homeownership hasn't recovered since housing crisis because of unfair treatment: HUD chief
African-American homeownership has fallen to an all-time low.
Fed's Beige Book reports positive outlook, despite trade uncertainty
The report, prepared by the Federal Reserve Bank of St. Louis, was based on information collected through July 8.
The hottest US states for foreign real estate investors
Overall foreign investment in U.S. residential real estate declined over the past year.
How the Boeing 737 Max grounding will impact United Airlines into 2020
The carrier has extended the potential for flight cancellations from the Max grounding until Nov. 3.
Fed's Kaplan is open to one interest rate cut this year
Kaplan is not a voting member of this year’s 10-member Federal Open Market Committee.
US housing starts fall; permits hit two-year low
Housing starts decreased 0.9 percent.
Stocks retreat on Trump's gloomy outlook for China trade
Wall Street also noted the less-than-spectacular quarterly results of several major corporations.
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Steel tariffs working but China needs stronger enforcement
Trump is protecting the U.S. steel industry but there is more work to do.
Why homeownership rates among Hispanics, African Americans differ substantially
"While African American homeownership and housing in general seems to be still repressed Hispanics seem to be reaping the benefits of the economy,” the NAHB CEO said.
Powell warns of economic 'uncertainties,' paving way for July rate cut
In prepared remarks delivered at a conference in Paris, Powell laid out the case for easier monetary policy.
US deficit could top $1T in 2019
The national debt passed $22 trillion earlier this year.
Trump backer Thiel 'most scared' by Sen. Elizabeth Warren
The Trump supporter says all but one of the 2020 Democratic hopefuls are unimpressive.
Inside Los Angeles' Skid Row, the epicenter of the homeless crisis
FBN's Kennedy goes inside L.A.'s Skid Row, which is considered to be the epicenter of the homeless crisis.
Who is Tomas Philipson, Trump's new acting top White House economist?
The president nominates the CEA chair, who is then subject to Senate confirmation.
JPMorgan's Jamie Dimon: Economy ‘not that bad’ as bank preps for 3 rate cuts in 2019
Higher interest rates could undermine earnings at JPMorgan Chase.
Goldman Sachs hikes dividend despite trading weakness
Goldman Sachs 2Q results beat on both the top and bottom lines.
Wall Street slips after Trump casts doubt on quick China trade deal
Crude oil prices tumbled nearly 3 percent or some $2 to $57.89 per barrel after Trump said progress was being made with Iran, indicating tensions in the Mideast may be easing.
Movers & Shakers: July 16, 2019
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