Fed officials signal more interest rate hikes to come, despite growing recession risks
Federal Reserve officials have said in recent days that they plan to continue hiking rates until there's clear evidence inflation is falling, despite fears of a slowdown.
Record retail bankruptcies will happen by fall, former Toys 'R' Us CEO warns
Former Toys 'R' Us CEO Gerald Storch explained the consequences of the Federal Reserve's actions to curb inflation, arguing that it is taking a "stake to the heart" of consumers.
Job openings dipped in June, labor market still tight
Workers remain in the driver's seat when it comes to job hunting with the number of positions remaining near record levels.
Fed official's warning, inflation 'gaslight' charge, jobs and more: Monday's 5 things to know
Fed Reserve Bank of Minneapolis CEO and President Neel Kashkari told CBS' "Face The Nation" Sunday that the current state of inflation is "very concerning."
Dow, S&P, Nasdaq post best month since 2020, but pitfalls remain
Stock investors celebrated a strong July as the Dow, S&P and Nasdaq notched big gains despite no shortage of downbeat news on the U.S. economy. Can the gains continue?
Sen. Sherrod Brown blames Fed Chair for misleading Biden on inflation
Sen. Sherrod Brown criticized the Federal Reserve chair in a recent Fox Business interview, saying his talk of inflation being transitory mislead the president.
June core PCE signals inflation remains at ‘unacceptable level’: Former Atlanta Fed president
Former Atlanta Federal Reserve president and CEO Dennis Lockhart predicts the U.S. economy will see "hot" inflation and employment, coupled by low GDP growth, through 2023.
Fed's preferred inflation gauge climbs 4.8% in June, holding near 40-year high
The personal consumption expenditures index, which is closely watched by the Federal Reserve as it tries to wrestle inflation back to 2%, rose more than expected in June.
What will cause US to go into a deep recession? Harvard economist weighs in
Harvard University economics professor Kenneth Rogoff discussed what would lead to a deep recession as data revealed a contraction in the U.S. economy in the second quarter.
Fed raises interest rates again — here’s how it affects your wallet
The Federal Reserve raised interest rates again at its July meeting, marking its second 75-basis point hike this year. Here's how that affects your wallet.
US economy enters technical recession after growth tumbles 0.9% in the second quarter
The Commerce Department released its first reading of second-quarter GDP data on Thursday, offering fresh insight into the health of the U.S. economy as inflation rages.
GDP may decline again in second quarter, signaling possible recession
The U.S. economy likely slowed markedly in the second quarter of the year with GDP rising by just 0.5% — or even declining — in the period from April to June.
Economist reveals what it will take to put the brakes on the Fed
FTN Financial Chief Economist Chris Low discussed what he believes will prompt the Federal Reserve to stop acting aggressively in an attempt to bring inflation under control.
Chinese official accuses US lawmakers of 'Chinaphobia' after report on meddling in Federal Reserve
The Chinese Foreign Ministry spokesperson accused U.S. lawmakers of having "Chinaphobia" after the release of a Senate report on meddling in the Federal Reserve.
Fed's Powell says he does not think US economy is in a recession
Federal Reserve Chairman Jerome Powell said Wednesday that the strong labor market likely means the U.S. economy is not in a recession, despite growing fears.
Fed raises interest rates by 75 basis points in another historic move to tackle inflation
The Federal Reserve on Wednesday approved another super-sized interest rate hike as it tries to tackle inflation, which hit another record-high in June.
NYC's bacon, egg and cheese hit by inflation
Bacon, egg and cheese, a New York City breakfast tradition, is reportedly being hit by inflation. Bodega owners have had to increase costs for the sandwich.
US pending home sales tumble 20% in June as mortgage rates surge
Rising mortgage rates and higher home prices have forced entry-level homebuyers out of the market – evidenced again by a big decline in pending home sales.
China's Fed insiders, oil reserves tapped, Fed decision imminent: Wednesday's 5 things to know
The Fed is widely expected to raise the Federal Funds rate by three-quarters of a percentage point, even as a new report reveals China has tried to undermine American monetary policy.
China targeted Federal Reserve employees in an attempt to undermine American monetary policy: Senate report
For nearly a decade, China has been targeting Federal Reserve employees in an attempt to undermine American monetary policy, according to a Senate report.


















