Biden calls inflation ‘stubborn,’ says there’s ‘more to do’ on economy in exclusive interview

In an exclusive interview with Nexstar, Biden noted that while inflation is down from its peak in 2022, it is being "stubborn." ... Read More

Strong economy can be double-edged sword for Biden if rates stay high

Higher inflation could lead the Federal Reserve to keep interest rates — and mortgage rates — elevated until late in the year, eluding political gain for Biden. Read More

Trump or Biden? The Stock Market Doesn’t Care.

Prediction markets say former President Donald J. Trump has a good chance of winning. So far, the stock market is fine with that. Read More

Higher for Longer After All? Investors See Fed Rates Falling More Slowly.

Investors went into 2024 expecting the Federal Reserve to cut rates sharply. Stubborn inflation and quick growth call that into question. Read More

Biden and Corporate America? It’s ‘Complicated.’

The president has courted executives with long listening sessions and sustained outreach, but frustrated many with his tax plans and regulations. Read More

Biden Waves His First-Term Résumé at a Skeptical America

With increasing urgency, the president is trying to impress upon voters that he has accomplished quite a bit — even if they don’t see it in their lives yet. Read More

Biden’s Trade Moves Raise Tensions Abroad but Draw Cheers in Swing States

The president’s efforts to restrict Chinese imports and block a Japanese steel merger have pleased labor unions and sent a message to rival Donald J. Trump. Read More

U.S. and China Continue to Talk, but Economic Divide Remains Wide

Election-year rancor will make it difficult for Washington and Beijing to find areas of cooperation on trade and investment. Read More