US long-term mortgage rate bounce back to levels seen 4 weeks ago
The average long-term U.S. mortgage rate rose again this week, reflecting ongoing bond market volatility as surging oil…
U.S. job openings were unchanged at 6.9 million in March but hiring improved
WASHINGTON — U.S. job openings were essentially unchanged at 6.9 million, another sign the American labor remained sluggish…
America In Focus: Inflation jumps and gas soars but American consumers seemed to take it in stride
In the past week, many Americans remained laser focused on the economy, inflation and how those forces could…
US military and 7 companies make deals to use AI in classified systems
WASHINGTON (AP) — The Pentagon said Friday that it has reached deals with seven tech companies to use…
A key inflation gauge jumps in March as Iran war-driven gas prices squeeze budgets
WASHINGTON (AP) — A key inflation measure jumped in March as gas prices soared, the latest sign that…
Weekly jobless claims tumble though economists warn of rising costs for businesses ahead
WASHINGTON (AP) — The number of Americans filing for unemployment benefits tumbled to their lowest level more than…
Lebanon and Israel to resume talks to extend Israel-Hezbollah ceasefire
Washington (AP) — Lebanon and Israel were set to begin a second session of direct talks at the…
UK inflation hits 3.3% in March as pump prices soar
LONDON (AP) — Inflation in the U.K. climbed in March after a sharp jump in prices at the…
Stocks and oil prices hold relatively steady in the countdown to US-Iran ceasefire talks
NEW YORK (AP) — U.S. stocks are holding firm Tuesday after UnitedHealth Group and other big companies showed…
America In Focus: March home sales drop, unemployment claims fall, wholesale prices surge
In the past week, many Americans were keeping a closer eye than ever before on the economy, inflation…
US extends waiver on Russian oil sanctions
WASHINGTON (AP) — The U.S. Treasury Department on Friday extended its pause on sanctions on Russian oil shipments…
World shares mixed and oil falls on ceasefire hopes
HONG KONG (AP) — World shares were mixed Friday even after Wall Street set another record, as investors…