People say they worry about inflation. Their restaurant spending might show otherwise
Restaurant earnings and pricing tell us the economy is still troubled by inflation but not badly enough for consumers to give up eating out.
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Internet bills to swell for millions of Americans as federal subsidies run out
NPR's Juana Summers speaks with White House senior advisor Tom Perez about the impending end of the Affordable Connectivity Program, which subsidized internet costs for millions of households.
Hiring slowed in April, but economists say the job market is still solid
U.S. employers added 175,000 jobs in April. That's the smallest number in six months. A gradual cooling of the job market may help to ease concerns about inflation.
Hiring slowed in April. The U.S. economy added 175,000 jobs
April's job growth was down from the previous month, according to a new Labor Department report. The unemployment rate rose slightly, from 3.8% to 3.9%, but remains low by historical standards.
After a boom in cash aid to tackle poverty, some states are now banning it
Four states so far have passed laws prohibiting the use of public money for no-strings cash aid. Advocates for basic income say the backlash is being fueled by a conservative think tank.
Voters in this 'boomerang' county say they're nostalgic for the Trump economy
Voters in Northampton County, Pa., say they remember having more money when Donald Trump was in office. But when it comes time to cast their ballots this year, other issues are at play too.
High tariffs are keeping affordable Chinese-made EVs out of the U.S. for now
U.S. policymakers from both parties have proposed higher trade barriers, or even bans, to keep the vehicles out more permanently.
Fed keeps interest rates at 23-year high
The Federal Reserve held interest rates steady Wednesday, as inflation remained stubbornly above the Fed's 2% target. Investors now think it could be September or later before rates start to fall.
Getting inflation below the Fed's 2% goal is taking longer than expected
The Federal Reserve held interest rates steady, and investors now think borrowing costs could stay higher for months to come. Inflation remains stubbornly above the Fed's 2% target.
What is 'communal living' and is it right for me?
People who've lived in co-ops, communes, group houses and 'intentional communities' share four questions you should ask yourself before taking the leap.