Everyday Economics: Personal income decline, student loan debt point to slowdown
Bottom line up front: The economic data this week tells a story of resilient consumers facing mounting headwinds. Inflation pressures remain somewhat contained – perhaps due to emerging cracks in consumer finances. What’s Behind the […]
Everyday economics: Inflation, housing data in focus amid Fed policy uncertainty
The week begins with Federal Reserve Governor Christopher Waller's upcoming speech. In his last remarks, Waller suggested that current monetary policy is restrictive enough...
Everyday Economics: The Fed’s balancing act: Why this week matters more than you think
This week brings the Federal Reserve's most anticipated meeting of the year so far. When Chair Jerome Powell steps to the podium Wednesday afternoon,...
Everyday Economics: All eyes on the jobs report as hiring slows
The highlight of the coming week will be Friday’s May jobs report – a key gauge of the labor market’s health as economic momentum...
Everyday Economics: Housing market takes center stage in the week ahead
The U.S. economy continues to send mixed signals as we navigate through May 2025. Last week's Consumer Price Index (CPI) for April showed inflation...