The recurring topic regarding the economic health of the U.S. revolves around the decision of the Fed with regards to interest rates. After raising the federal funds rate to 5-5.25% from near zero levels during the pandemic, the Fed has been trying to combat decades-high inflation in...
Economic indicators showed resilience in May, despite a rise in the unemployment rate, and the Consumer Confidence Index declining slightly. Over the course of the month, the Consumer Price Index rose by 0.1% on a seasonally adjusted basis. The public markets came back strong at the end...
Economic indicators showed promise in March, as the unemployment rate remained low, and the Consumer Confidence Index rose slightly. Over the course of the month, the Consumer Price Index rose by 0.1% on a seasonally adjusted basis. The public markets saw a gain with the S&P 500...