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U.S. economy speeds up despite shutdown, but tariffs weigh on exports and business confidence

The U.S. economy sped up in October during the ongoing government shutdown, new surveys show, but businesses said high tariffs were damaging exports and casting a cloud over the upcoming year. Read More

As the Government Shutdown Drags On, These Major Economic Reports Are Stuck in Limbo

Key Takeaways The U.S. government shutdown entered its 20th day Monday, lengthening an ever-growing list of skipped economic reports.Investors are increasingly in the dark about everything from job ... Read More

US government shutdown will inflict temporary pain to economy

WASHINGTON, Oct 24 (Reuters) - A prolonged shutdown of the U.S. government amid a standoff over funding between Republicans and Democrats in Congress could dent economic growth in the fourth quarter, ... Read More

Prolonged shutdown could send U.S. economy over the edge

The consequences of the current federal government shutdown hinge on how long it lasts. If it lasts long time, it could send the U.S. economy into a tailspin. Read More

What would a government shutdown mean for markets and the economy?

A government shutdown could add another headwind to an already-precarious economy, but most analysts say that even a prolonged hiatus would have only a limited impact on the wider U.S. economy. With ... Read More

Shutdown costing US economy about $15B a week: Hassett

National Economic Council Director Kevin Hassett warned Monday that the government shutdown could cost the U.S. economy approximately $15 billion a week. In an interview on CNBC’s “Squawk Box,” ... Read More

What the H1B visa application fee hike could mean for the U.S. economy

An economist explains the impact the H-1B visa program has had on the U.S. economy and native-born workers. And what the new hundred thousand dollar fee could mean for the future of the program. The ... Read More