Economic Indicators

Hassett says Fed independence is ‘really important’ and chair candidates shouldn’t be disqualified for being Trump’s friend

Introduction to the Federal Reserve Chair Candidacy National Economic Council Director Kevin Hassett, one of the finalists for the Federal Reserve chair job, emphasized the...

US mortgage rates fall for second consecutive week

Introduction to US Mortgage Rates The US mortgage rates have been a significant factor in the country's housing market, influencing the decisions of potential homebuyers...

AAA says a gallon hits 4-year low as holiday travel starts

Introduction to Holiday Road-Tripping Relief As the holiday season gets underway, millions of Americans are hitting the roads, and they're finding some welcome relief at...

US crude oil inventories surge, exceeding expectations

US Crude Oil Inventories See Significant Increase The latest data on US crude oil inventories has revealed a substantial surge, exceeding expectations and sparking interest...

Bank of England cuts interest rates to 3.75%

Bank of England Cuts Interest Rates to 3.75% in Narrow Vote The Bank of England (BOE) voted narrowly to cut interest rates on Thursday, in...

China economy grew below 3% in 2025, half of official target, think tank estimates

Introduction to China's Economic Growth China's economy has been a topic of interest for many years, with its rapid growth and development making it a...

Long lines at the food pantry: Inflation tests Trump’s base in Michigan

Inflation's Impact on Trump's Base in Michigan The current economic climate in the United States, particularly the issue of inflation, is having a significant impact...

Trust these numbers? Economists see a lot of flaws in delayed CPI report showing downward inflation

Understanding the Recent Inflation Report: A Closer Look Thursday saw the release of a much lighter-than-expected consumer price report for November, breaking from the recent...

The pain points and bright spots in a patchy US inflation report

Introduction to US Inflation Report The recent US inflation report has presented a mixed bag of results, leaving economists and analysts to ponder the implications...

November’s inflation report is the first to be released after the shutdown

Introduction to November's Inflation Report As the year draws to a close, Wall Street is eagerly awaiting the release of the November consumer price index...

Irish annual house price growth comes in at 7.3% in October

Introduction to Irish House Price Growth The Irish housing market has been experiencing steady growth in recent years, with the latest data showing a 7.3%...