Decline Follows Increase in Economic Indicators, Index Shows
Nonprofit business research organization The Conference Board released its latest Leading Economic Index (LEI)—which provides an early indication of significant ...
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Fed Holds Rates Steady Amid Macro Uncertainty; Powell to Stay on as Governor
Jerome Powell’s reign at the Fed may be at its end, but he’s not going anywhere. On Wednesday, the Federal ...
Consumer Confidence Ticked Up During Iran Ceasefire
As the conflict with Iran has loomed over the heads of consumers and over the economy, the two-week ceasefire in ...
Sentiment in ‘Trough’ as Iran Conflict Continues to Affect Consumer Views
Consumer views on the economy continue to muddle for another month as the Iranian conflict looms over oil and gas ...
While Inflation Data ‘Meets Expectations,’ Iran War Still Looms Over Economy
As the eyes of many are on the Federal Reserve, eagerly looking forward to the first rate cut of 2026, ...
While Jobs Rebound in March, Real Estate Economists Advise Caution
In a rebound from February’s downcast numbers, a report from the Bureau of Labor Statistics on April 3 showed the ...
Econ Review: A Look at March’s Key Market Data
Editor’s note: Econ Review is a roundup of the month’s housing and economic market data reports. The housing market is ...
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 ...
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 ...
6 Key Numbers Buyers Must Examine Before Committing
“The rate should never be treated as a yes-or-no answer,” says Nick Nastos, founder of Chicago’s Property Shop. “I would be more concerned about a buyer closing with no emergency fund than one accepting a slightly higher rate with a manageable payment and cash still in the... Read more.
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