Where was inflation the highest in October? Northeast and Midwest cities near the top

The Labor Department released a new report on inflation that examined price growth in various cities and metropolitan areas in the U.S. which reflected a higher rate of inflation in the Northeast and Midwest.

Federal Reserve cuts its key interest rate by a quarter-point on heels of election

The interest rate cut follows a larger half-point reduction in September, and it reflects the Federal Reserve's continued focus on supporting the job market and battling inflation.

A closer look at how Trump's economic plan could impact inflation

Former President Donald Trump has vowed to eliminate inflation if he returns to office, but economists warn that his proposed policies, including high tariffs, mass deportations, and interference with the Federal Reserve, could worsen the issue.

Holiday spending projected to hit new record this year

Notable differences this year include the shopping period between Thanksgiving and Christmas being nearly a week shorter, and the economic impact of Hurricanes Helene and Milton.

Inflation reaches lowest point in 3 years; here's what prices came down most

The improved inflation stats show that it’s steadily moving back to the Federal Reserve’s 2% target, with the agency likely to keep cutting its standard interest rate in 2024.

Port workers strike turns violent in Baltimore

The port workers strike turned violent in Baltimore Tuesday just hours after the contract between the ports and about 45,000 members of the International Longshoremen’s Association expired at midnight.

Port strike: Dockworkers at East and Gulf Coast ports walk picket lines over wages, automation

Dockworkers at ports from Maine to Texas have started walking picket lines in a strike over wages and automation that could reignite inflation and cause shortages of goods if it goes on more than a few weeks.

Port strike will bring another hit to farmers, says former Trump official

The strike by workers at ports from Texas to Maine will reportedly hammer U.S. farmers already dealing with an economic downward spiral. 

Port strike looming: What to know and expect

Retailers are bracing for potential pain should thousands of dock workers along the East Coast begin striking this week. Here’s what to know and what to expect.

Would Harris or Trump do a better job on the economy? Voters split in new poll

About 4 in 10 registered voters say Trump would do a better job handling the economy, while a similar number say that about Harris, according to a new AP-NORC poll.

Will the Fed's rate cut bring down mortgage rates?

While the federal funds rate is not what consumers pay directly, it affects borrowing costs for home equity lines of credit, auto loans and credit cards. Mortgage rates are linked to moves in the 10-year Treasury yield.

Poll shows Americans take dim view of grocery industry amid recalls, inflation

A recent Gallup poll reveals a shift in Americans' opinions of the grocery industry, with more negative than positive views for the first time. Concerns over inflation and food safety have contributed to declining confidence in a once highly-rated sector.

Inflation continues to cool, latest numbers show

The prices of gas, groceries and cars are either falling or rising at slower rates than before the pandemic. That’s after peaking at a 40-year high in mid-2022.

US inflation hits 3-year low as Federal Reserve set to cut interest rates

With the cost of goods and services experiencing a slight decline in August, the Federal Reserve may consider cutting its key interest rate soon.

Company plans to track workers' locations in return-to-office crackdown

One of the world's biggest consulting and accounting firms plans to monitor its employees' locations to ensure compliance with a stricter return-to-office policy set to take effect next year. 

August jobs report shows job losses for US-born workers, gains for foreign-born

The August jobs report reveals a sharp contrast in the U.S. job market, with US-born workers losing over 1.3 million jobs in the past year, while foreign-born workers gained more than 1.2 million jobs.