Lorraine Woellert
Far-flung gains show U.S. chugging past global slowdown
WASHINGTON - The U.S. economic expansion, now in its sixth year, shows no sign of flagging as home sales climb, factories pump out more...
Firings decline as U.S. worker productivity improves
WASHINGTON - Fewer Americans are being fired and productivity is showing signs of life, pointing to an improving job market that is helping boost...
Jobless rate in U.S. falls to 5.9%, lowest since July 2008
WASHINGTON - The U.S. jobless rate declined to a six-year low of 5.9 percent in September and employers in the U.S. added more workers...
Trade gap in U.S. unexpectedly narrows to six-month low
WASHINGTON - The trade deficit in the United States unexpectedly narrowed in July to the lowest level in six months as exports climbed to...
Consumer spending in U.S. falls for first time in six months
WASHINGTON - Consumer spending in the United States unexpectedly dropped in July for the first time in six months, a sign households are lagging...
Home sales show U.S. pickup as factories expand
WASHINGTON - The economy in the United States took a step forward as home sales unexpectedly climbed, manufacturing accelerated and the outlook for the...
Sales of previously owned homes rise to 10-month high
Purchases of previously owned U.S. homes unexpectedly rose in July to a 10-month high as low borrowing costs and an increase in inventory drew...
Home construction rebounds as inflation eases
WASHINGTON – Home construction rebounded in July and the cost of living rose at a slower pace, showing a strengthening U.S. economy has yet...
Retail sales little changed in slow start to U.S. third quarter
WASHINGTON – Retail sales were little changed in July, the worst performance in six months, as car demand slowed and tepid wage growth restrained...
Jobless claims drop as consumers gain confidence
Fewer Americans are filing applications for unemployment benefits, consumer confidence is rising and manufacturing is picking up as the world’s largest economy shows additional...
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