Economy
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European inflation eases to 2.6% as energy prices fall and food inflation slows
Mar 01, 2024 8:12 am - FRANKFURT, Germany — The inflation that has ravaged the European economy eased again in February, falling to 2.6% as high interest rates, moderating oil and gas prices, a...
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Lower auto prices are finally giving Americans a break after years of inflationary increases
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Auto repair reform has strengthened Illinois’ economyFeb 25, 2024 5:11 am - When your car breaks down, you take it to a mechanic. Sometimes, the repairs are paid for under your manufacturer’s warranty. Sometimes they are not, and you pay for the ...
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Robots and happy workers: Productivity surge helps explain U.S. economy's surprising resilience
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What to do if you’re concerned you might be laid off — or if you’ve lost your job
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U.S. inflation slows but remains elevated in sign that price pressures are easing only graduallyFeb 13, 2024 7:55 am - WASHINGTON — Annual inflation in the United States cooled last month yet remained elevated in the latest sign that the pandemic-fueled price surge is only gradually and f...
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Some Americans have become saddled with credit card debt as rent and everyday prices remain high
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The U.S. didn't just avoid a recession — it's adding hundreds of thousands of new jobs
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More Americans apply for unemployment benefits but layoffs still historically low
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Powell: Federal Reserve is on track to cut rates, though not likely for months