US Economy
Bond Market Pressure Raises Stakes for Warsh’s First Jackson Hole Speech
Federal Reserve Chairman Kevin Warsh is under growing pressure to give clearer signals about interest rates and the U.S. economy when he delivers...
US Employer Healthcare Costs Expected to Rise 9.5% in 2027
Rising Medical Use and Drug Costs Put Pressure on Employers U.S. employers are expected to face a 9.5% increase in healthcare costs in...
Walmart Raises Annual Forecast Despite Quarterly Sales Miss
Walmart raised its full year financial outlook on Thursday despite reporting weaker-than-expected quarterly comparable sales, as higher gas prices prompted consumers to cut...
Port of Los Angeles Posts Second Highest July Volume as AI Demand Boosts Imports
The Port of Los Angeles recorded its second-highest cargo volume for July, driven by strong demand for consumer products as well as equipment...
Higher U.S. Treasury Yields Raise Concerns Over Rising Debt Costs
Higher yields at recent U.S. Treasury auctions are increasing the cost of refinancing government debt as investors demand greater returns amid concerns over...
Weak US Jobs Data Creates Fresh Inflation Challenge for Federal Reserve
By Benson Daniel The latest weakness in the United States labour market could complicate the Federal Reserve’s efforts to bring inflation under control,...
