Bond Investors’ Inflation Angst Rises on Fed’s Lack of Guidance
The yield on government bonds, which underpins borrowing costs from mortgages to business loans, remained elevated over concerns about the Federal Reserve’s efforts to contain inflation.
U.S. GDP Growth Slowed in Second Quarter of 2026
Gross domestic product grew at a slower rate in the second quarter and persistent price pressures are unsettling financial markets.
Trump’s Tariff Exemptions Include Diamonds, Oil and Gas, Copper and Other Items
A new round of tariff carve-outs has raised familiar questions about who should receive the lucrative exceptions, and why.
China, Its Economy Stumbling, Signals Only Cautious Support
The ruling Politburo called for “more proactive” tax and spending policies but did not endorse broad action to address weak consumer spending.
Government Borrowing Cost Hits Two-Decade High After Fed Rate Decision
The surge in Treasury yields suggests investors doubt that the Federal Reserve can keep inflation contained.
Fed Holds Rates Steady but Three Officials Back Increase
Kevin M. Warsh’s second meeting as chairman of the Federal Reserve was colored by internal divisions over the path forward for policy.
4 Takeaways From the Federal Reserve Meeting
Fed officials held interest rates steady, but they have splintered over how to fight inflation.
What to know about the Fed’s decision.
Kevin M. Warsh, presiding over his second meeting as chairman of the central bank, faces pressure to raise interest rates as inflation remains elevated.
Investors Are Bracing for Uncertain Fed Announcement
The central bank is expected to leave interest rates unchanged, but investors are preparing for a possible surprise.
What the Fed’s rate decision means for your finances.
The central bank’s stance can influence consumer savings and borrowing, from credit cards to home loans and more.
Trump’s Tariffs Are Sending Some Companies Back to China
For some U.S. brands seeking a location for their factories, the economic logic is once again pointing to China.
A.I. Companies Are Recruiting Electricians and Carpenters by the Thousands
The future of artificial intelligence depends on finding more skilled humans for some very physical jobs.
A Global Economy Jolted by an Oil Shock Now Gets a Tariff Reminder
Tariffs are back, but this time there is a war in the Persian Gulf and oil has hit $100 a barrel.
Trump Administration Imposed New Tariffs of Around 10% on Over 80 Nations
The administration launched new duties tied to countries’ imports of goods made with forced labor, replacing a 10 percent tariff immediately after it expired.