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Bessent (and his boss) have lost all credibility on the economy
Recent commentary argues that Bessent and his boss have lost economic credibility.
Economy
323 trends tracked about this subject — the full history, oldest to newest below.
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Stubborn inflation raises prospect of Fed rate hike
Stubborn inflation figures from August show consumer prices up 3.4 percent, raising the prospect of a Federal Reserve rate hike.
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Canada Pins Hope for Economic Turbocharge on High-Profile Investor Summit
Canada leverages a high-profile investment summit to pitch trillions in projects to global funds.
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The Fed could raise interest rates three times. Here’s where the market could face the stiffest test.
Financial markets face potential volatility as coverage examines market reactions if the Federal Reserve raises interest rates.
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What Years of Inflation Have Done to American Prices
Consumer prices in the United States have risen 30% since 2019, sparking a widespread debate over the cost of living and the definition of affordability.
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US diesel prices soar past $6 a gallon, deepening strain for hauling everyday goods
US diesel prices have climbed past six dollars per gallon, increasing financial pressure on the transportation of everyday goods.
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Inflation report lands amid spiking oil prices, rising interest rates and Fed on fence
Financial markets await critical inflation data amid rising interest rates and spiking oil prices.
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Emerging Powers Seek an Alternative to the West, but War Divides Them
Emerging powers pursue alternative payment systems and local currency trade within BRICS frameworks.
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Iran’s gamble: Tehran attacks US warships as blockade squeezes its economy
Tehran attacks US warships as an economic blockade squeezes Iran.
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Global Bond Selloff Sends 10-Year Treasury Yields to Cusp of 5%
A deep global bond selloff pushes 10-year Treasury yields toward 5 percent as oil hits $100 and stagflation fears mount.
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Treasury Yields Surge as Oil, Buyback Results Fuel Selloff
Treasury yields approach 5% following market movements linked to oil, buyback results, and a dividend pledge.
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ECB prepares for ‘longer-lasting’ inflation as it lifts interest rates to 2.5%
ECB raises interest rates to 2.5 percent as leadership prepares for persistent inflationary pressures.
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Friday's CPI inflation report is even more important than usual. Here's what to expect
Markets brace for Friday's critical CPI inflation report and upcoming Oracle earnings.
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Wholesale prices rose 0.4% in August, as expected
Wholesale prices rose 0.4% in August as energy costs climbed, pushing annual U.S. wholesale inflation to 5.4%.
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Stocks, Bonds Fall as Brent Oil Jumps Above $100: Markets Wrap
Brent oil climbs past the $100 threshold, pulling Wall Street lower and pushing crude prices back to May levels.
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Seattle mayor launches task force as city faces 'fragile' economic moment
The Mayor of Seattle has launched a task force to pivot the city's economic strategy away from a heavy reliance on big tech toward mid-sized businesses.
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City of Seattle unveils economic plan as office vacancies hit hard
Seattle launches a new economic plan and task force as office vacancies rise and studies highlight risks.
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Ukraine’s Unexpected $27 Billion Budget Gap Rattles Europe
An unexpected budget gap in Ukraine rattles European financial systems as funding pressures mount across the continent.
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Anthropic Builds Model to Predict Economy in 2030, Leaves Off the 'Everybody Dies' Outcome
Anthropic has released an interactive research model projecting three distinct economic futures for the AI-driven global economy through 2030.
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CNBC Daily Open: Sanctions, strikes and the road to $100 oil
Oil prices have reached $100 a barrel amid intensifying turmoil in the Middle East, signaling significant volatility for global energy markets.
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An exercise in thinking about the unthinkable: a U.S. debt default
Growing concerns over an unsustainable fiscal path are sparking discussions about the potentially catastrophic implications of a U.S. debt default.
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Iran deploys security forces as gasoline price rise takes effect
Iran deploys security forces following the enactment of a new gasoline price rise.
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US carried out covert four-month Hormuz mine-clearing mission
The US has completed a secret four-month mission to clear mines from the Strait of Hormuz amid a deepening economic crisis in Iran.
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Gold subdued as oil rises, investors await key US inflation
Gold prices decline as market participants turn their attention toward upcoming United States inflation data releases.
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Iran war drives $100 billion in extra energy costs for U.S. consumers
An Iran war drives $100 billion in extra energy costs for U.S. consumers, according to recent media reports.
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Iran increases gasoline price for its heaviest consumers as economy struggles
Iran is doubling gasoline prices for its heaviest consumers amidst a struggling economy and record-low currency values.
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China's exports surge as demand for high-tech, AI help prop up economic growth
China's exports surged significantly in August, driving trade surpluses toward new records and impacting high-level political talks.
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What are bond markets up to?
Current reporting examines the recent behavior and trajectory of global bond markets.
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EU pledges Greenland investments amid Trump's push for control
The European Union has launched a multi-million dollar investment package for Greenland to counter Donald Trump's threats to take control of the island.
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‘Uncharted territory’: The $40 trillion U.S. national debt just got uglier as interest payments rise to $1.25 trillion a year
The United States national debt has reached $40 trillion alongside rising interest payments of $1.25 trillion a year.
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Jaguar Land Rover to layoff thousands of jobs in $2.3 billion cost-saving overhaul
Jaguar Land Rover initiates a massive $2.3 billion cost-cutting overhaul involving thousands of job cuts amid growing financial headwinds.
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Fuel prices at record Labor Day high in US thanks to Iran War and refinery issues
US gasoline prices reach a record-breaking Labor Day high, driven by the Iran War and refinery issues.
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Weaponized Interdependence
Markets face risks as economic reports complicate narratives surrounding interest rates and growth.
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Social Security's Trump Bump-Driven 2027 COLA Comes With Potentially Serious Unintended Consequences
Forecasts for the 2027 Social Security COLA suggest a rise driven by inflationary policies, raising concerns over whether benefits will keep pace with costs.
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Some Vegas hotels are treating Canada's dollar as equivalent to the greenback to offer more value
Las Vegas hotels are treating the Canadian dollar as equal to the US dollar to attract visitors amid a trade war impacting cross-border tourism.
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'Chuck it in the fire.' A leading candidate in France's presidential race has a simple solution to its massive national debt: just cancel it
French presidential candidate Jean Luc Mélenchon proposes canceling part of the national debt to solve a looming financial crisis.
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Greeks promised tax relief, wage hikes as protesters take to the streets over cost of living crunch
Greek Prime Minister Mitsotakis unveils economic support packages while citizens protest a cost of living crunch.
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Americans hit with record-high Labor Day Weekend gasoline prices
Americans face record-high gasoline prices nationwide as the summer travel season concludes over Labor Day weekend.
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South Korea exports surpass full-year record, hit $709.4 billion YTD
South Korea's year-to-date exports have hit $709.4 billion, positioning the nation to potentially become the fourth country to reach $1 trillion in annual exports.
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Home Prices Are Falling the Fastest in These Cities
Home prices are declining in 36 of the 50 largest U.S. metropolitan areas as mortgage rates hit year-long highs and buyer demand cools.
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The fastest growing (and declining) job industries of the next decade: Federal data
New federal data reveals a surprising shift in the U.S. job market, with one non-tech industry projected to dominate hiring over the next decade.
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The Real Economy: Manufacturing Jobs
Recent labour data shows US manufacturing jobs rising by 16,000 in August amid a broader reshuffling of the employment landscape.
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Canada loses 41,700 jobs as summer hiring fades; unemployment rate holds steady
Canada's economy shed thousands of jobs in August as summer hiring faded, leaving the national jobless rate at 6.4 percent.
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Here’s where a massive solar storm could take down the US power grid
New research warns that extreme solar storms could inflict staggering economic losses and severe disruptions to the United States power grid.
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Stocks fall after a surprisingly strong jobs report raises prospects of an interest rate hike
U.S. stocks fall as an unexpectedly robust August jobs report heightens expectations for a potential interest rate hike.
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U.S. labor market booms, with 162,000 jobs added in August
U.S. labor market surges with 162,000 jobs added in August, driving down unemployment to 4.1% while sparking market volatility.
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A costly summer sendoff approaches
Americans face record-high gasoline prices for the Labor Day weekend, prompting extensive financial advice coverage.
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Strong job gains signal Fed hike as Trump levels new rate-cut demand
Strong job gains signal a potential Fed hike while Trump demands rate cuts and Bitcoin braces for shocks.
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Live Updates: Iran war drives U.S. diesel price to record high as Vance downplays the conflict and its impact
US diesel prices reach an all-time high of $5.85 per gallon amid an Iran war, creating a fresh political challenge.
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Norway’s Massive Oil Fund Proposes Selling Roughly $80 Billion in U.S. Treasurys
1 news sources are covering this Business story right now — PULSE is tracking how fast it spreads.
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The bond market is crashing Trump’s midterm campaign
Global bond sell-offs and rising rates are disrupting financial markets and political campaigns alike.
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How much money Americans in their 30s and 40s have in their 401(k)s—see how you stack up
Record 401(k) balances and a surge of million‑dollar savers put American retirees in the spotlight.
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Fed survey shows economic activity edged up, prices rose moderately in recent weeks
Recent Federal Reserve survey data indicates modest economic growth alongside moderate price increases.
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Mortgage Rates Approaching 7%
US mortgage rates have climbed to 6.71 percent, reaching their highest level in thirteen months and approaching the seven percent threshold.
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US private payroll growth slows in August; factory orders rebound in July
Recent economic reporting highlights a cooling trend in US job growth and pay raises for the month of August.
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How Japan's bond rout is turning the tide of global capital
Japan's escalating bond rout draws global focus as yields cross multi-decade highs and impact the United States market.
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Nepal’s Economy Has Few Ways to Absorb the Cost of Flood Damage
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India’s Growth Beat Suggests Economy on Cusp of Investment Boom
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India smashes growth forecasts as investment surges in April-June
3 news sources are covering this World story right now — PULSE is tracking how fast it spreads.
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Bill Gates Says ‘We Need Time to Prepare’ for an Economic Upheaval — Especially the $20-an-Hour Workers Being Replaced by $10-an-Hour Robots
Coverage tracks widespread warnings from Bill Gates and Senator Bernie Sanders regarding severe economic upheaval and disappearing jobs driven by artificial intelligence.