Report: Health care spending to accelerate
It’s lasted six years. But now welcome relief from rising U.S. health care costs seems to be winding down.
Crude oil tumbles 8 pct., points to low gas prices this fall
A slew of global economic and geopolitical factors are working to pummel the price of oil and set up U.S. drivers for very low gasoline prices later this year.
Stronger economy, cheap gas expected to spur holiday travel
A stronger economy, rising consumer confidence and cheap gasoline will likely have Americans traveling in big numbers this Independence Day.
Miss. 1 of 2 states where economy shrank in 2014
Tepid growth in jobs, income and certain taxes had suggested Mississippi’s economy wasn’t growing very fast in recent years. But new figures released Wednesday by the federal Bureau of Economic Analysis show the state’s economy was actually in recession in 2013 and 2014.
Why many experts missed this: Cheap oil can hurt economy
If there was one thing most economists agreed on at the start of the year, it was this: Plunging oil prices would boost the U.S. economy.
It hasn’t worked out that way.
Good news for some of us: Other people are quitting jobs
Quitting your job — all but unheard of during and after the Great Recession — is becoming more common again.
White House: Higher wages needed to make up for stagnation
President Barack Obama’s top economists say that even as the U.S. has managed to kick start a lasting and growing recovery, modest wage gains are far from making up for decades of paycheck stagnation for middle-class workers.
For many, cash saved at gas pump is staying in pockets
In recent months, the stage seemed set for American consumers to do what they’ve traditionally done best: Spend money — and drive the economy.
Fed sees strengthening economy but stays ‘patient’ on rates
The Federal Reserve’s outlook for the U.S. economy is steadily brightening. Yet the Fed will be “patient” in raising interest rates from record lows.
Why the Federal Reserve thinks the economy still needs its help
If you didn’t know about the lingering damage from the Great Recession, the U.S. economy would appear remarkably strong.
Immigration plan good, not great for economy
President Barack Obama’s expansive executive action on immigration is good for the U.S. economy — just not as good as partnering with Congress on broader reforms.
Democrats: Go big on the economy in 2016
Democrats say the main lesson of the November election is simple: Go big on the economy.
Obama: ‘Revving’ economy calls for higher wages
President Barack Obama renewed his push for Congress to raise the minimum wage Monday in a buoyant accounting of the economy’s “revving” performance, delivered on behalf of Democrats opening their fall campaigns for the midterm congressional elections.
Why a grim U.S. economic picture is brightening
When the government updates its estimate today of how the U.S. economy fared last quarter, the number is pretty sure to be ugly. Horrible even.
Report: Job training key to economic growth
The Golden Triangle has the potential to become one of the most dynamic small-area economies in the U.S. if Lowndes, Oktibbeha and Clay counties’ leaders are prepared to invest in education and expansion efforts, according to an economic and community development study delivered to community leaders Monday.
Manufacturers see better times for economy, jobs
Companies are finally starting to spend some of the cash they’ve been sitting on, and that could mean a stronger economy and more jobs are on the way.
Job market for college graduates brightening but still weak
With college commencement ceremonies nearing, the government is offering a modest dose of good news for graduating seniors: The job market is brightening for new grads — a bit.
Thawing out: Warmer temperatures lift economy
Spring’s thaw is reviving the economy, too.
A recent batch of government and business reports show a U.S. economy emerging from winter’s deep freeze.
U.S. finally regains the jobs lost in the recession
The U.S. economy has reached a milestone: It has finally regained all the private-sector jobs it lost during the Great Recession.
AP survey: Income gap holding back economy
The growing gap between the richest Americans and everyone else isn’t bad just for individuals.
It’s hurting the U.S. economy.