Economic Indicators

Federal Reserve’s preferred inflation gauge picked up last month

Economic Indicators

Federal Reserve’s preferred inflation gauge picked up last month

Excluding volatile food and energy costs, prices in U.S. rose 0.4% from December to January

By Christopher Rugaber, The Associated Press |February 29, 2024

5 min read

Small business owners are optimistic for growth in 2024

Economic Indicators

Small business owners are optimistic for growth in 2024

Latest data show U.S. small businesses are hiring staff and implementing new tools to stay proactive and competitive

By The Associated Press |February 28, 2024

1 min read

Higher shipping costs complicate inflation fight: Fitch

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Higher shipping costs complicate inflation fight: Fitch

Central bankers face additional source of price pressure

By James Langton |February 26, 2024

1 min read

Economists’ survey raises expectations for U.S. growth in 2024

Economic Indicators

Economists’ survey raises expectations for U.S. growth in 2024

Estimate is the latest signal of strength for an economy that's blasted through recession predictions

By The Associated Press |February 26, 2024

3 min read