by Teddy Grant | May 30, 2017 | Economy, Newest, Regulations
Depending on what side of the aisle you’re on, government regulations can be seen as necessary measures to roll back abuses in certain industries or job killer that stifles businesses and slows the economy. President Trump believes the latter and has promised to roll...
by Teddy Grant | Apr 7, 2017 | Economy, Jobs, Newest
The U.S. is expected to continue its record streak on job growth for March, as the economy barrels toward full employment and maintains a low unemployment rate. Economists believe that the U.S. economy will add around 200,000 jobs in March, signaling a strong economy...
by Teddy Grant | Apr 5, 2017 | Economy, Newest, Personal Income
Personal income increased in February, a few weeks after the Federal Reserve increased interest rates in a move indicating strength in the economy. The gain of 0.4 percent brought income to $57.7 billion this month, according to the Bureau of Economic Analysis. This...
by Teddy Grant | Mar 29, 2017 | Economy, Newest
After Donald Trump’s stunning defeat of Hillary Clinton on Election Day, many were quick to point to one voting bloc that helped hand him the keys to victory. Political pundits described them as angry; and some referred to them as abandoned. It’s the white working...
by Annie Nova | Mar 21, 2017 | Consumer Price Index, Economy, Newest
A steady rise in inflation pushed the Federal Reserve on Wednesday to lift interest rates, triggering financial markets to shrug but consumers to gear up for a more expensive life. The economic indicator largely responsible for the Fed’s decision to raise interest...