U.S. data points to strong spending ahead of holiday shopping frenzy
U.S. retailers reported strong sales in October, a sign American consumers were spending with more gusto and could help keep the economy growing at a brisk pace.
Nov 14, 2014 12:18 PM EST
Americans are quitting their jobs more, and that's a good thing
In a paradoxically good development for the U.S. economy, Americans quit their jobs in September at the fastest rate in over six years.
Nov 13, 2014 1:16 PM EST
U.S. student debt burden falling more on top earners, easing bubble fears
Young Americans with big college debts are often portrayed as struggling to pay their bills. The reality is somewhat different - those owing super-sized student loans tend to be higher paid.
Nov 03, 2014 7:37 AM EST
U.S. housing recovery rolls on as groundbreaking rises
U.S. housing starts and permits rose in September, a signal the market's modest recovery is supporting what appears to be growing strength in the broader economy.
Oct 17, 2014 11:41 AM EDT
Data show U.S. economy's pulse is still strong
The number of Americans filing new claims for jobless benefits fell to a 14-year low last week and industrial output rose sharply in September, positive signals that could help ease fears over the economic outlook.
Oct 16, 2014 11:54 AM EDT
U.S. retail sales, producer prices give cautionary signs on economy
U.S. retail sales declined in September and producer prices also fell, worrisome signals on the economy's health that heightened financial market worries over faltering global growth.
Oct 15, 2014 11:50 AM EDT
Drop in U.S. jobless claims points to labor market strength
The number of Americans filing new claims for unemployment benefits fell last week to nearly its lowest level since before the 2007-09 recession, a sign of growing steam in the U.S. labor market.
Oct 09, 2014 11:28 AM EDT
U.S. factory growth slows but hiring by companies steps up
Growth in U.S. factory activity slowed more than expected in September even as private sector job growth accelerated, signs of an uneven expansion in the U.S. economy.
Oct 01, 2014 12:12 PM EDT
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