The US economy is pulling off something historic

The GDP report showed that businesses are continuing to invest and that consumers are still opening their wallets. That’s key, because consumer spending is America’s economic engine, accounting for ... Read More

'Brides are back': What bridal shop spending says about the economy, politics

There are bright spots in the industry: Marriages have bounced back to pre-pandemic levels, helping boost sales of bridal wear. In the five years through 2023, "growth in per capita disposable income ... Read More

US economy grew much faster than expected in 2nd quarter

The U.S. economy grew much faster than expected over three months ending in June, accelerating from the previous quarter and defying concerns about a possible slowdown. U.S. GDP grew at a 2.8% ... Read More

What you need to know about America’s shockingly good economic report

The US economy just got its latest ... that is a good gauge of consumer demand in the economy, affectionately known as “final sales to private domestic purchasers” (don’t try to say that three times ... Read More

US voters say they will consider economy when choosing between Biden and Trump

Stinson isn't alone. American voters ... and I have the utmost confidence President Biden will continue to manage the economy effectively, just like he did leading us out of the unprecedented ... Read More

Trump says Biden ‘choked’ in debate, was in ‘trance’ that was ‘plainly and openly felt onstage’

During a campaign rally in Raleigh, NC, Friday, Biden spoke with more verve and energy — something many Democrats ... but said it wasn’t enough. “His speech on Friday was better, and he ... Read More

Biden says he doesn't debate as well as he used to but knows "how to tell the truth"

President Biden bluntly ... "Well, I know." He addressed a supportive Democratic crowd Friday, one that welcomed him with chants of "Four more years!" "Folks, I don't walk as easy as I used ... Read More

Biden’s candidacy in doubt after weak, frozen debate performance against Trump leaves Dems in ‘aggressive panic’

Another well-placed Democratic source said it was “TBD” whether Biden was still going ... “I don’t know what he meant.” Biden stumbled repeatedly, saying that the US economy had created ... Read More

President Biden

Presidential historian and ABC News contributor Mark Updegrove takes us through ... But there are still party members left to convert. Biden's stepped aside from the 2024 race but can't afford ... Read More

US Economy News Today: Job Openings Surprise By Changing Little in May

where we explain what the day's news says about the state of the U.S. economy and how that's likely to affect your finances. Here we compile data releases, economic reports, quotes from expert ... Read More

US Economy News Today: Inflation Slowed in May, Buoying Rate Cut Hopes

She is the Economics Editor for news at Investopedia. Welcome to Investopedia's economics live blog, where we explain what the day's news says about the state of the U.S. economy and how that's ... Read More

Who’s best for the US economy? Biden or Trump?

The first US presidential debate might be remembered for Joe Biden’s faltering performance. But, many on Wall Street give the president high marks on his handling of the economy. A high-tech ... Read More