he U.S. economy grew at its slowest pace in nearly two years as a jump in imports to meet still-strong consumer spending widened the trade deficit.
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US small-business sentiment slides to lowest level in more than 11 years
NFIB said its Small Business Optimism Index fell 0.9 point to 88.5 last month, the lowest level since December 2012.
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US monthly inflation slows; consumer spending surges
U.S. prices increased less than expected, with the cost of services outside housing and energy slowing significantly.
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US weekly jobless claims unexpectedly fall; labor market gradually cooling
The number of Americans filing new claims for unemployment benefits unexpectedly fell last week.
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Fed rate cut seen on track for June even as inflation bumps up
Traders speculate on the Federal Reserve’s next move, predicting potential interest-rate cuts to address economic trends.
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Fed says more ‘confidence’ needed on inflation front before rate cuts can start
The Federal Reserve left interest rates unchanged on Wednesday but took a major step towards lowering them in coming months.
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