The labor market lost momentum, inflation stayed stubborn, and a sharp escalation in the Middle East added a new layer of uncertainty. This week's data painted a picture of an economy caught between competing pressures.
The Supreme Court struck down President Trump's sweeping tariffs in a 6-3 ruling, and markets rallied on the news. But a new 10% global tariff was announced within hours. Meanwhile, inflation moved in the wrong direction, GDP slowed sharply, and the labor market is telling two different stories depending on which side of a job search you're on.
Trump's Fed pick sent gold, silver, and bitcoin into freefall. Meanwhile, the economy's headline strength is masking a growing reliance on consumer debt and shrinking savings. Here's what it means for your money.
Greenland tensions drove markets lower before a diplomatic framework sparked a Wednesday rally. Beyond the headlines, GDP growth hit 4.4%, consumer spending remains strong, and jobless claims stay near historic lows.
Core inflation fell to 2.6%—its lowest reading since March 2021—while a DOJ investigation into Fed Chair Powell raised new questions about central bank independence. Here's what the data means for markets and monetary policy.
The U.S. economy enters 2026 with 5% GDP growth and the weakest job creation since 2003. What explains the gap, and what does it mean for your money?