Economic Trends
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White House Considering Derek Kan for Fed Seat
By Saleha MohsinKan is undersecretary at Transportation Department under Chao; Hawaii Democratic Senator Brian Schatz tweets support for Kan.
May 02, 2019
Moore Bails as Trump's Fed PickHe is the second Trump Fed pick to withdraw from consideration in less than two weeks.
February 26, 2019
Schwab's Sonders Breaks Down 6 Popular Recession IndicatorsThe chief investment strategist has noticed an increase in recession chatter during Q&A sessions at investor events.
December 21, 2018
Leading Indicators Show Glowing Growth Ahead: Conference BoardThe leading economic index rose 0.2% in November.
December 19, 2018
Fed Raises Rates, Trims Forecast to 2 Hikes Next YearFed policymakers also lowered slightly their expectations for growth and inflation in 2019.
November 30, 2018
What Oil at $50 a Barrel Means for the World EconomyLower oil prices may be good for consumers, but it also has other not-so-good consequences on the global economy.
October 15, 2018
Don't Waste Time Predicting the Next RecessionRecessions are usually triggered by events that are largely unpredictable in advance.
October 01, 2018
Top 10 Fastest Growing Small, Midsize Cities in the USAre you an insurer looking for a new market? WalletHub ranked 515 cities based on 15 key measures of growth and decline.