The U.S. trade deficit narrowed sharply in June to its lowest level in six months as…
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Forget the Economy: Central Bankers Will Only Care about Inflation
Not even a floundering economy will stop central bankers from prioritizing their inflation mandates. On Thursday,…
Bank of England Makes Biggest Rate Rise Since 1995 as Inflation Soars
LONDON—The Bank of England raised its key interest rate by a half percentage point Thursday, the…
Brazil’s Central Bank Raises Selic Lending Rate to 13.75%, Considers Increase in September
SÃO PAULO—Brazil’s central bank raised its benchmark interest rate as expected Wednesday, the 12th consecutive time,…
What the $1.3 Billion Mega Millions Jackpot Reveals About the Economy
A surge in lottery-ticket sales can be an economic indicator of sorts.
Fed Official Says Economy Needs Rate Setting That Slows Economic Growth
Chicago Federal Reserve President Charles Evans said he is hopeful the central bank will be able…
Snack, Deodorant Makers Target Cost-Conscious Shoppers With New Brands and Sizes
Consumer-goods companies girding for an economic downturn are rolling out different package sizes, launching new affordable…
U.S. Factories Are Far From Recession
Historically, even garden-variety economic slowdowns, much less full-blown recessions, have sent U.S. manufacturers into a deep…
U.S. Factories Are Far From Recession
Historically, even garden-variety economic slowdowns, much less full-blown recessions, have sent U.S. manufacturers into a deep…