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First Trust Advisors chief economist Brian Wesbury on tight consumer credit conditions, the state of the stock market and how Trump's Cabinet picks will impact the macroeconomy.

The inflation rate has risen, putting pressure on people's finances and casting doubt on interest rate cuts.

Sunday's move follows a tough week for the three major benchmarks, which are now off their highs that were seen in the aftermath of Trump's victory.

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Jay Powell on Thursday once again reinforced his intention to serve out his term as chair of the Federal Reserve while making it clear the central bank is not "in a hurry" to lower interest rates.

The holiday shopping season may not be as merry for retailers this year, with a recently-released report suggesting they could see less sales growth over the festive period.

Inflation rose slightly in October in line with economists' expectations, as the consumer price index was up 2.6% from a year ago and 0.2% compared with last month.

President-elect Trump's economic agenda for his second term in the White House will include some old and new policies compared to his first administration.

Minneapolis Federal Reserve President Neel Kashkari said Sunday that President-elect Trump's planned mass deportations of illegal immigrants could disrupt labor at some businesses.

Donald Trump made a wide array of promises on the campaign trail. Some of them will be easier for him to do by himself than others once he takes office in 2025.

Americans still cite inflation as their top economic issue heading into Election Day, but consumer optimism is up after sentiment rebounded in October.

Republicans and Democrats used the latest jobs numbers to bolster their arguments about who would be better at managing the economy.

The Fed may not have received the inflation data it wanted Thursday, but some economists said the central bank is still on track for a 25 basis point rate cut at its policy meeting next week.

The chancellor says businesses will "contribute more" as she raises employer National Insurance to 15%.

Wednesday's reading on US economic growth and inflation comes as investors attempt to decipher the Federal Reserve's path forward with interest rates.

BlackRock Chief Executive Larry Fink says the Federal Reserve will not lower interest rates as much as some forecasters expect, warning inflation is "embedded."

The share of U.S. households living paycheck to paycheck since 2019 is up across all income brackets, according to a new study by the Bank of America Institute.

Donald Trump's call for sweeping tariffs is resonating, as protectionism gains steam in the US.

Some American retirees will receive an extra Social Security payment in November due to a scheduling quirk involving the payment schedule of SSI payments to beneficiaries.

The New York Fed found that consumers' expectations about missed debt payments edged higher in September for the fourth consecutive month, as some may face increased budget pressures.

Since 1984, money market funds have typically seen larger inflows than equities or bonds in the 12 months following the Fed's first interest rate cut.

Kamala Harris’s campaign is pushing a version of the credit intended to fight child poverty, while Donald J. Trump sees the program primarily as a tax cut for people higher up the income scale.

Prices in segments of the U.S. economy, like some imported goods, consumer electronics and gasoline, have deflated since September 2023.

Investors are looking to the latest reading on CPI consumer inflation to set expectations for the path of interest rates.

The annual cost-of-living adjustment will increase monthly checks for millions of beneficiaries, including retirees and disabled workers.

Investors are looking to the latest reading on CPI consumer inflation to set expectations for the path of interest rates.

September's Consumer Price Index will serve as the latest test of whether inflation will continue to ease as the Federal Reserve debates its next interest rate decision.

Weekly jobless claims rose more than expected last week in a sign of cooling in the labor market.

September's Consumer Price Index will serve as the latest test of whether inflation will continue to ease as the Federal Reserve debates its next interest rate decision.

QI Research CEO and Chief Strategist Danielle DiMartino Booth discusses the impact of government intervention on small businesses.

New estimates from the Congressional Budget Office show continuing fiscal strain, despite steady economic growth.

The U.S. labor market grew at a faster rate than expected in September with notable gains in the food and beverage sector as well as health care, although manufacturing shed jobs.

Edward Jones CEO Penny Pennington breaks down the potential impact the U.S. election will have on markets during an appearance on ‘Cavuto: Coast to Coast.’

The International Longshoremen’s Association received a new wage offer and will halt its walkout at East and Gulf Coast ports, which began Tuesday.

JPMorgan Asset Management's Jack Manley outlines the investing differences between each generation. It turns out that each cohort is uniquely shaped by its coming-of-age market experience.

The autumnal scent has become a billion-dollar industry, from pumpkin spice lattes, to candles and even dog treats.

Morgan Stanley senior vice president of investments Jim Lacamp looks ahead to Q4, the presidential election, China's stimulus package and the August PCE data.

Inflation has been slowing for months, which has paved the way for Federal Reserve interest rates cuts.

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The looming strike by about 45,000 ILA dockworkers at ports on the East and Gulf coasts would affect a variety of products imported and exported at the 36 seaports at risk of stoppages.

Piper Sandler managing director and senior economist Jake Oubina analyzes the latest data emerging from the U.S. economy during an appearance on ‘Mornings with Maria.’

A pair of studies released this week indicate businesses of all sizes are eyeing inflation and the economy as their top priorities heading into the 2024 election.

JPMorgan Chase CEO Jamie Dimon once again cited global instability as a reason why inflation may not yet be under control, saying that geopolitics is 'getting worse.'

Consumer confidence tumbled in September as workers find it increasingly difficult to find a new job.

Consumer confidence tumbled in September as workers are finding it increasingly difficult to find a new job.

Wall Street has absorbed the Fed's message that a deep cut will prove positive for the economy.

Uncertainty in of itself can make consumers hold off on making any major buying decisions. A perfect example is the uncertainty over who wins the election this November.

LSEG director of consumer research Jharonne Martis discusses the cut in consumer spending as prices remain high on 'Making Money.'

Fitz-Gerald Group Chief Investment Officer Keith Fitz-Gerald discusses the Fed's highly anticipated rate decision and shares his top stock picks.

The former president left many key details about the overtime plan unaddressed, including whether the exception would apply to the payroll taxes that fund Social Security and Medicare.

Capitalist Pig hedge fund manager Jonathan Hoenig reacts to the August jobs report, explains how to 'play defense' in the market and breaks down the impact of the economy on the election.

Goya Foods CEO Bob Unanue criticized the Biden-Harris administration's inflationary policies, citing price increases on his company's own items as evidence.

U.S. wholesale price increases mostly slowed last month, the latest evidence that inflation pressures are cooling enough for the Federal Reserve to begin cutting interest rates next week. The Labor Department said Thursday that its producer price index — which tracks inflation before it reaches consumers — rose 0.2% from July to August. Excluding food and energy prices, which tend to fluctuate from month to month, so-called core wholesale prices moved up 0.3% from July and have risen 2.3% from August 2023.

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Voters are focused on the economy as Election Day on Nov. 5 approaches and American households continue to face strained budgets because of inflationary pressures in recent years.

Former President Trump and Vice President Harris led off their debate with a discussion about the cost-of-living crisis and the impact of inflation on American households.

Vice President Kamala Harris has been balancing the challenges of defending “Bidenomics” and charting her own course on the economy.

Fundstrat Global Advisors managing director Mark Newton argues the tech sector remains strong, while others struggle to meet bull market tops.

Employers added 142,000 jobs in August, fewer than economists had expected, and previous months were revised downward.

Employers added 142,000 jobs in August, figures show, which was less than expected.

Investors are looking to labor data to gauge the chances of a "soft landing" for the economy.

Investors are looking to labor data to gauge the chances of a "soft landing" for the economy.

Investors are looking to labor data to gauge the chances of a "soft landing" for the economy.

Investors are looking to labor data to gauge the chances of a "soft landing" for the economy.

Investors are looking to labor data to gauge the chances of a "soft landing" for the economy.

Wall Street is hunkering down after a roller-coaster August, with the prospect of a potentially stormy September ahead.

Wall Street is hunkering down after a roller-coaster August, with the prospect of a potentially stormy September ahead.

Yardeni Research President Ed Yardeni reveals what most economists are missing about the U.S. economy on 'Making Money.'

Wall Street is hunkering down after a roller-coaster August, with the prospect of a potentially stormy September ahead.

Data from ZipRecruiter indicates employers are not willing to pay as much to new recruits as they did last year in some blue-collar sectors. Experts weight in on what's happening.

Inflation remained cool in July, based on the Personal Consumption Expenditures index, keeping the Federal Reserve on track for rate cuts.

The Labor Department provided insight into a recent lapse in which revised payroll data was given out à la carte before it went online.

The Conference Board's latest survey showed that consumer confidence and optimism about the economy avoiding recession rose, even as labor market concerns edged higher.

The Citizens' Advice warning comes as energy firms meet the government for talks on help with bills.

The scheme, which gives cash to struggling households, is currently due to close on 31 September.