Layoffs mount as job market gets murky
The November jobs report out Friday morning will shed light on the health of the U.S. labor market, which is rapidly deteriorating as the Fed raises interest rates.
New York Fed's Williams warns of a 'ways to go' before interest rates are high enough
Inflation could see a "pretty significant" decline next year, but New York Fed President John Williams said interest rates still need to rise further.
Four-day work week trend gaining popularity as companies report strong productivity levels
Over two dozen companies across a variety of sectors have tested out a four-day work week and have seen strong performance and productivity within workers since doing so.
Mortgage rates decrease for third week in a row
The PMMS 30-year mortgage rate released by Freddie Mac dropped for the third week in a row after reaching a 20-year high this year caused by Fed rate hikes.
Fed's preferred inflation gauge shows prices cooled in October but remain painfully high
Inflationary pressures in the economy remain strong, a worrisome sign for the Federal Reserve as it tries to crush runaway prices without triggering a recession.
Amazon CEO Andy Jassy says economy will test 'long term resolve' of companies
Amazon CEO Andy Jassy said the company has been trying to "streamline" costs while also trying to invest in areas they they believe will impact the company in the long term.
Job openings eased in October in early sign of a slowdown
The Labor Department reported on Tuesday that there were 10.3 million job openings at the end of September, a sign the labor market is starting to soften.
DoorDash lays off 1,250 employees to cut costs
DoorDash announced that it will lay off more than 1,200 employees in order to reduce operating expenses that, "if left unabated – would continue to outgrow our revenue."
US home prices tumble in September for third straight month
Mortgage rates that have doubled over the past year are sapping demand from the housing market, which saw prices decline for the third month in September.
Inflation fight could last until 2024, Fed official warns
New York Federal Reserve President John Williams expects inflation to remain elevated in 2024, signaling that interest rates may remain high for "some time."
Fed speeches, Cyber Monday, and retail earnings will top week ahead
This week will see Cyber Monday as well as retailers earnings reports. It will also see Fed discussions as the country continues to worry about inflation.
US Treasury authorizes Chevron to expand oil pumping in Venezuela
The U.S. government has awarded Chevron Corp. an expanded license to import oil from Venezuela following talks between the socialist Maduro regime and opposition leaders.
Thanksgiving gas prices highest recorded but Americans still hitting the road
Gas prices are sitting around $3.60 per gallon, the highest ever recorded price for Thanksgiving since AAA starting tracking this data for over two decades.
Sheetz drops gas prices during Thanksgiving week to $1.99 a gallon
Sheetz is reducing the price of gas to $1.99 a gallon ahead of Thanksgiving from Nov. 21-28 at 368 stores that offer the Unleaded 88.
Mortgage rates continue to tick down
Mortgage rates fell for the second week in a row, despite the Fed Reserve's hawkishness with the 30-year fixed rate averaging 6.58%, down from 6.61% last week
White House accomplishment list leaves out key details on gas prices, inflation
The White House failed to mention key details about inflation and gas prices on a document it issued listing President Biden's top accomplishments.
Western allies aim to agree on Russian oil price cap Wednesday
The price cap on Russian oil is set to begin in early December. Will replace a plan to completely ban the financing and insurance of Russian oil shipments
Average Texas gas prices fall below $3 for the first time since January, cheapest in country
The Texas gas price average fell below $3 for the first time since mid-January, according to AAA Texas gas price data.
OPEC+ eyes output increase ahead of restrictions on Russian oil
Another factor driving discussion around raising output: Two big OPEC members, Iraq and the United Arab Emirates, want to pump more oil, OPEC delegates said.
Energy group issues roadmap for House Republicans to boost US energy security
A top energy industry group issued a report for House Republicans to use as a roadmap for energy policy when they take control of the House next year.