Economy
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Most Democrats in 9th Congressional race cite affordability as top issueMar 07, 2026 4:37 pm - Most of the Democratic candidates for Illinois’ 9th Congressional District seat believe the rising cost of living is the greatest issue facing constituents.
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The US lost a surprising 92,000 jobs last month as the unemployment rate ticked up to 4.4%
Mar 06, 2026 10:52 am - American employers unexpectedly cut 92,000 jobs last month, a sign that the labor market remains under strain. The unemployment rate blipped up to 4.4%.
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Retail sales fall modestly in January as American consumers pull back on spending
Mar 06, 2026 9:07 am - American consumers pulled back their spending to start 2026, extending the malaise in retail sales that began late last year.
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More than 20 states sue over new global tariffs Trump imposed after his stinging Supreme Court loss
Mar 05, 2026 2:05 pm - Some two dozen states challenged President Donald Trump’s new global tariffs on Thursday, filing a lawsuit over import taxes he imposed after a stinging loss at the Supreme Court.
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US jobless claims filings unchanged from previous week at 213,000 as layoffs remain low
Mar 05, 2026 8:08 am - The number of Americans applying for unemployment benefits last week was unchanged from the week before, a sign that layoffs remain at historically low levels.
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Iran attacks threaten US economy with more uncertainty around inflation, growth
Mar 03, 2026 1:44 pm - Oil prices jumped Tuesday for the second straight day and gas prices moved higher in the United States, underscoring the threat of rising inflation posed by the Iran war.
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Dow drops 400 after trimming an earlier plunge of 1,200 as oil prices leap even higher
Mar 03, 2026 8:59 am - A sell-off for stocks wrapped around the world and hit Wall Street Tuesday, while oil prices climbed even higher on worries about the widening war with Iran. But the big moves that rocked markets in the morning eased substantially as the day progressed.
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Energy prices surge as tanker disruptions and facility shutdowns rattle global supply
Mar 02, 2026 3:08 pm - Energy prices rose sharply Monday as disruptions to tanker traffic through the Strait of Hormuz and damage to production facilities raised uncertainty about how U.S. and Israeli attacks on Iran would affect supply to the world economy.
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Politicians should cut red tape for small businessesFeb 28, 2026 1:27 pm - Each year, legislation is filed, which if passed, places new burdens on small businesses, often with corresponding fines and penalties. This puts small businesses on the defensive, hoping that new regulations do not threaten their viability or ability to grow.
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FedEx joins other US companies in seeking a refund after Trump tariffs are ruled illegal
Feb 24, 2026 12:27 pm - FedEx is suing the U.S. government, the latest company to request a refund on what it paid for tariffs set by President Donald Trump last year after the Supreme Court ruled that the tariffs are illegal.