Millions drop off food stamps
The latest data from the USDA shows more than 2.8 million Americans have dropped off food stamps since President Trump’s first full month in office.
Jobs boom favors Democratic counties, not Trump strongholds
The jobs data shows an economy that is as fractured as the political landscape ahead of the 2018 midterm elections.
6 factors to watch as the bull market pushes toward an endurance record
In just three weeks, it could become the longest bull run ever
Global economy is strong, growing. Should you invest?
A strong economy does not translate to a strong investment opportunity, according to the Carlyle Group co-CEO.
Pay hikes coming from majority of US employers: survey
A CareerBuilder survey showed that companies also expect to increase starting salaries.
Between Trump-ism and socialism, I have to believe Trump wins: Varney
FBN’s Stuart Varney on the mounting political divide in America.
2.8M US jobs will likely be created in 2018: Larry Kudlow
The jobs outlook remains rosy despite slower July growth, according to President Trump's chief economic adviser.
White House banking on economic growth to pay for ballooning deficit
Growing the U.S. economy will generate trillions of dollars in revenue to the government, Treasury official Tony Sayegh said.
Investment expert: Tariffs ‘bullish’ for economy in a way nobody understands
Naysayers have a huge fear of a tiny little thing.
Jobs report – this is what economists will be watching
Will wage growth jump ... finally?
Trump will stop China’s ‘bad’ behavior: Wilbur Ross
President Trump wants to end China’s unfair trade practices.
US jobless claims rise slightly, labor market firming
Claims data has been volatile in recent weeks because of difficulties adjusting the data for seasonal fluctuations at the start of July when motor vehicle manufacturers close assembly lines for retooling.
Fed keeps interest rates unchanged, says US economy 'strong'
The central bank is expected to hike rates two more times before the end of 2018.
US companies add healthy 219,000 jobs in July: ADP
Hiring was led by health care providers, hotels and restaurants, and manufacturers.
Auto sales bracing for July cooldown, analysts say
The month was negatively impacted by an unseasonably strong June for the car industry.
US workers see biggest pay, benefit increase in 10 years
Employers' wage and benefit costs climbed in the second quarter of this year.
US consumer spending increases solidly in June
The economy grew at a 4.1 percent rate in the second quarter, almost double the January-March period's 2.2 percent pace and the strongest performance in nearly four years.
Bank warns of impending market correction
Which stocks to sell, and which to buy to protect your portfolio.
Honda resists US tariff hit for now, 1Q profit at 12-year high
Meanwhile, Detroit automakers General Motors Co, Ford Motor Co and Fiat Chrysler Automobiles lowered their full-year profit forecasts just last week amid worries escalating tariffs would hurt margins and sales.
Why shoppers may pay more for tissues, toilet paper
Higher prices in the wake of possible tariffs would exacerbate what is already mounting pressure on consumer product company profits from soaring costs from pulp, a main ingredient in tissues, diapers and sanitary towels.