Sales at U.S. retailers unexpectedly dropped in June, curbing optimism about the strength of the rebound in consumer spending during the second quarter.
July 14, 2015Consumer Confidence Shows Little Change; Views On Finances Decline
Consumer confidence in the United States was little changed last week as Americans’ views about their finances retreated for the first time since May.
July 16, 2015Business
Jobless Claims Decline for First Time in Month
Filings for U.S. unemployment benefits declined last week for the first time in a month, heading back toward the lowest levels in more than a decade and signaling firings remain muted.
July 16, 2015Rise in Wholesale Prices in June Exceeds Expectations
Wholesale prices in the United States climbed more than forecast in June as the cost of fuel picked up.
July 15, 2015Business
Trade Gap Grew in May as Exports Fell Most in Three Months
The U.S. trade deficit widened in May as exports declined by the most in three months, showing businesses were having trouble drumming up sales to overseas customers.
July 7, 2015Business
Service Industries Expand at a Faster Pace in June
Growth at U.S. service industries picked up in June from a more than one-year low, signaling steady improvement in the biggest part of the economy.
July 6, 2015Government
(VIDEO) Foxx: Short-Term Cycles for Highway Trust Fund Must End
U.S. Transportation Secretary Anthony Foxx talks about budgeting for the Highway Trust Fund and the handling of vehicle recalls by Fiat Chrysler Automobiles NV's U.S. unit.
July 6, 2015Business
Manufacturing Expands at Fastest Pace in Five Months
Manufacturing expanded in June at the fastest pace in five months, indicating domestic demand is allowing America’s factories to withstand sluggish overseas economies.
July 1, 2015Business
Consumer Sentiment Rises in June to Five-Month High
Consumer confidence climbed in June to a five-month high as an improving job market boosted Americans’ attitudes about the world’s largest economy.
June 26, 2015GovernmentBusinessLogistics
Republicans Will Allow Export-Import Bank to Expire Under Senate Plan
The U.S. Export-Import Bank’s charter will lapse next week if the Republican-led Congress follows a path outlined by Senate Majority Leader Mitch McConnell that would delay a vote on reauthorizing the bank until July.
June 25, 2015