Economic Indicators

Federal Reserve decision pushes expectations for rate cuts in 2026 lower, as uncertainty over the impact of the Iran war, sluggish job growth and stubborn inflation weighs.

Federal Reserve policymakers chose to leave interest rates unchanged at their March meeting amid a softening labor market and uncertainty over the economic impact of the Iran war.

The Trump administration is "doing everything that we can" to lower gas prices amid the Iran war spike, Vice President JD Vance told a crowd in Michigan.

Rental market shows continued cooling as asking rents fall for 30th straight month, with all 50 major metro areas remaining below pandemic peaks.

Electricity bills vary dramatically across America, with some states paying triple what others did. North Dakota had the lowest rates, while Hawaii faced the highest costs.

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

The U.S. economy grew at a rate of 0.7% in the fourth quarter of 2025, according to a second estimate released on Friday by the Bureau of Economic Analysis.

Diesel prices continue to rise as many farmers prepare for the spring planting season. Analysts expect prices to swell for several weeks, even after the Iran conflict ends.

The average rate on a 30-year fixed mortgage rose this week to 6.11%, according to the latest Freddie Mac data released Thursday. That is up from last week's reading of 6%.

President Donald Trump made light of concerns about rising oil prices, saying his priority is ensuring the "evil" Iranian regime doesn't have nuclear weapons.

Energy Secretary Wright says U.S. Navy may soon escort oil tankers through Strait of Hormuz amid Iran conflict, but military assets focused elsewhere for now.

Iran warns oil could hit $200 per barrel as U.S.-Israel strikes escalate, potentially triggering the worst energy crisis since 1970s. Gas prices could hit $5.

Inflation held steady in February, though prices for goods like beef and coffee saw notable increases while prices for eggs and smartphones declined compared with last year.

The United Kingdom Maritime Trade Operations Centre noted a report regarding a cargo ship being struck by a projectile in the Strait of Hormuz.

The Labor Department released the February 2026 consumer price index (CPI), which showed that inflation remained elevated above the Federal Reserve's target.

The Iran war is driving oil shock that may reshape consumer spending patterns as businesses face mounting transportation costs and difficult pricing pressures.

Strait of Hormuz reaches near standstill amid U.S.-Israeli strikes on Iran, forcing global shipping to reroute through Panama Canal as traffic drops.

G7 finance ministers weigh emergency oil reserve release as Middle East tensions send crude soaring above $115, threatening global economic stability.

As American drivers face spiking prices at the pump, President Donald Trump asserted that increased oil prices are a "small price to pay" to achieve peace.

U.S. economic freedom score jumps 2.6 points in Heritage Foundation index, ending a five-year decline. America ranks 22nd globally in the annual report.