Consumer Sentiment Hits Lowest Level in 2026 Following Launch of Iranian Conflict
The commencement of the war with Iran caused further damage to consumer sentiment in March, according to the latest Survey ...
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Consumer Sentiment Dips in 2026, Led by Gas-Price Pressures
Consumer sentiment toward the economy, a vital metric for gauging whether consumers are feeling comfortable enough to make major purchases, ...
Inflation Trends Lower, but Future Uncertain With Rising Geopolitical Tensions
Inflation appeared to once again be on the right track for the Federal Reserve’s 2% goal, according to the latest ...
Consumer Confidence Up Slightly in February But Pessimism Endures
Consumers’ perception of the economy plays as vital a role in shaping market activity as hard economic data, as consumers ...
Building Permits Rise as New Report Finds More Economic Softness in 2026
At the end of 2025, the leading indicators of the economy suggested a slowing contraction, but enduring consumer cynicism. The ...
Inflation Hits New Lows as 2026 Outlook Brightens
January appears to be looking up in terms of inflation as the latest data from the Bureau of Labor Statistics ...
Jobs Report Sees ‘Modest’ Improvement, With 2026 Rate Cuts in Flux
On the heels of the decision from the Federal Reserve’s Open Market Committee (FOMC) to hold interest rates steady, the ...
Fed Governor Lisa Cook Addresses Gap Between Economic Performance and Sentiment
At the January Federal Open Market Committee (FOMC) meeting, the Federal Reserve chose to keep interest rates unchanged. Both Fed ...
Atlanta Fed President Predicts Resilient Economy in 2026 With Room for Growth
At a moderated talk held by the Rotary Club of Atlanta, retiring Federal Reserve of Atlanta President and CEO Raphael ...
Fed Governor Predicts Three Rate Cuts to Come in 2026
At the January Federal Open Market Committee (FOMC) meeting, the Federal Reserve chose to keep interest rates unchanged. Recent monetary ...
Condo or House? Helping Clients Decide Which Makes More Sense
With home prices still elevated in much of the country, condos have become more realistic for buyers determined to exit the rental train. Read more.
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