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Some in seafood industry see Trump as fishermen’s friend, but tariffs...

PORTLAND, Maine (AP) – The incoming administration of President-elect Donald Trump is likely to bring big changes for one of the oldest sectors of...

U.S .wholesale inflation accelerated in November

WASHINGTON (AP) – Wholesale costs in the United States picked up sharply last month, signaling that price pressures are still evident in the economy...

U.S. inflation ticked up last month but price pressures remain far...

WASHINGTON (AP) – Fueled by pricier used cars, hotel rooms and auto insurance, inflation in the United States moved slightly higher last month while...
FINANCIAL MATTERS: Sen. Jack Reed speaks to parents and students about paying for higher education during a recent college financial aid workshop at the Community College of Rhode Island. 
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Those with student loan debt are finding forgiveness elusive

In October, Pawtucket kindergarten teacher Kelly Beckford received an early holiday gift from President Joe Biden, whose administration wiped away $46,000 of her student...
HAZY FUTURE: Many observers aren’t sure what to expect with mortgage interest rates in the coming year now that Donald Trump is reentering the White House. His proposed economic agenda could set the stage for higher rates, or the financial market may have already factored that in. 
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Under Trump, outlook for mortgage rates clouded

There’s a lot complicating Richard M. Pannone’s work life right now. As director of capital markets at Province Mortgage Associates Inc. in East Providence, Pannone...
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Five Questions With: Maribeth Calabro

Maribeth Calabro President, Rhode Island Federation of Teachers and Health Professionals Past president, Providence Teachers Union 1. What do you hope to accomplish in your new...

U.S. economy grows at 2.8% pace in third quarter on consumer...

WASHINGTON (AP) – The American economy expanded at a healthy 2.8% annual pace from July through September on strong consumer spending and a surge in...

Federal Reserve officials signal cautious path for rate cuts amid still-high...

 WASHINGTON (AP) – With inflation still elevated, Federal Reserve officials expressed caution at their last meeting about cutting interest rates too quickly, adding to uncertainty about...

U.S. consumer confidence ticks higher on better outlook for hiring 

WASHINGTON (AP) – Americans' outlook on the economy improved modestly in November, lifted by expectations for lower inflation and more hiring.  The Conference Board, a...
John W. ­Diamond

Trump’s plans may spur economic growth; there’s a cost

What does Donald Trump’s return to the White House mean for the U.S. economy? I believe there are two key areas in particular where Trump’s...
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