Government shutdown blocks key GDP data release – what do the Fed's models say about economic growth?
The ongoing government shutdown has delayed the official third-quarter GDP report release, although real-time estimates from a pair of Federal Reserve banks suggest the economy grew.
'Inflation genie' not quite back in the bottle yet: Jonathan Hoenig
Capitalist Pig hedge fund manager Jonathan Hoenig discusses the lingering impact of inflation on Americans’ finances and shares his 'exotic' stock of the week on 'Varney & Co.'
Azoria CEO calls on corporations to stop firing Americans, end H-1B programs
Azoria CEO James Fishback joins 'Varney & Co.' to discuss whether A.I. is taking away entry-level jobs and Fed rate cuts.
Fed decides to cut interest rates by 25 basis points
Euro Pacific Asset Management chief economist Peter Schiff and NatAlliance Securities Global Fixed Income head Andy Brenner weigh in on the Federal Reserve deciding to cut rates by 25 basis points on 'The Claman Countdown.'
Chief strategist reveals the market's 'most important force'
QI Research CEO and chief strategist Danielle DiMartino Booth dissects the market's 'most important force,' recent layoff announcements and more on 'Making Money.'
Fed cuts interest rates for second time this year amid labor market weakness
The Federal Reserve cut its benchmark interest rate for the second time this year despite elevated inflation amid concerns about weakness in the labor market.
Retail giants expand perks for SNAP shoppers, but working families left behind
Major retailers like Walmart and Amazon launch discount programs for SNAP users as grocery prices soar, offering reduced memberships and delivery perks.
Federal Reserve faces dilemma amid expected rate cut decision
The Federal Reserve is expected to cut interest rates 25-basis-points at its meeting this week, though elevated inflation has created a dilemma for policymakers.
Investment expert warns what could set up 'inflation surprise'
Bank of America Securities Savita Subramanian explains concerns over markets 'mispricing inflation,' shares investing tips and more on 'Barron's Roundtable.'
Ben Levisohn highlights sway Big Tech earnings can have on the markets
Panelists Ben Levisohn, Megan Leonhardt and Al Root analyze the markets, inflation and economic data and the auto industry on 'Barron's Roundtable.'
Trump touts falling prices, strong economic growth despite the Fed's 'fool'
Former Federal Reserve Governor Kevin Warsh argues President Donald Trump's economic policies are working, but Fed policy has led to stagflation on 'Kudlow.'
Trump is 'rapidly slowing' the rate of government spending, economist says
Senior Counselor to the Treasury Joe Lavorgna breaks down President Donald Trump's economic agenda on 'Varney & Co.'
Trump ends Canada trade talks over 'fake' Reagan tariff ad
White House National Economic Council Director Kevin Hassett discusses the government shutdown and explains why President Donald Trump ended Canada trade talks on 'Varney & Co.'
Social Security COLA for 2026 revealed following shutdown-related delay
The Social Security Administration revealed its annual cost-of-living adjustment (COLA) for 2026, which is going to boost benefits by 2.8% next year to account for inflation.
Inflation remained well above the Fed's target in September ahead of rate cut decision
Inflation remained elevated in September as the BLS released the delayed consumer price index inflation report, as Fed policymakers are set to weigh interest rate cuts next week.
Trump plans $3B in aid to help US farmers hit by Democrats' shutdown
U.S. Agriculture Secretary Brooke Rollins discusses President Donald Trump's plan to help struggling farmers on 'Mornings with Maria.'
Treasury Secretary Bessent expects consumer prices to drop starting next month amid economic recovery
The Trump administration's Treasury secretary is expecting "substantial real income increases" in the first quarter of 2026, as Scott Bessent claims an affordability crisis is now "under control."
Scott Bessent: America’s affordability crisis is ending as Trump’s tax plan kicks in
Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent breaks down why inflation’s cooling and how Trump’s tax plan could reignite prosperity.
Should the Social Security COLA be measured with a senior-focused inflation metric?
Social Security's annual COLA calculations are under scrutiny from advocacy groups, with some calling for different metrics to be used to boost or reduce the inflation adjustments.
‘Made in America’ has to be taken a step further, Azoria CEO stresses
Azoria CEO James Fishback weighs in on Walmart’s halting job offers for H-1B visa candidates, stresses the importance of hiring American citizens and the upcoming September CPI report.