Consumerism December 21, 2015 US economy grows at 3.6 percent rate in 3rd quarter The U.S. economy grew at a 3.6 percent annual rate from July through September, the fastest since early 2012. But nearly half the growth came from a buildup in business stockpiles, a trend that could reverse in the current quarter and hold back growth.
Fox News Poll December 20, 2015 Fox News Poll: The American Dream is alive -- for now Most Americans believe they have achieved the American Dream -- or will eventually. And that they’re better off than their parents. However, most say the next generation will be worse off, according to a Fox News poll released Thursday.
Growth December 20, 2015 Economy grew at 4.6 percent rate in April-June After a dismal winter, the U.S. economy expanded at an annual rate of 4.6 percent in the spring, the fastest pace in more than two years, the government reported Friday. The solid rebound is expected to provide momentum for strong growth the rest of the year.
Energy December 20, 2015 Natural gas boom boosts companies from coast-to-coast There are no drilling rigs in Holland, Mich., but the local economy is still feeling the effects of America’s natural gas drilling boom.
Growth December 20, 2015 US economy grew at brisk 4.2 percent in second-quarter After a bleak start to the year, the U.S. economy grew at a brisk annual rate of 4.2 percent in the April-June quarter, the government said Thursday, slightly faster than it had first estimated.
Growth December 20, 2015 US economy grew at strong 4 percent rate in spring After a dismal winter, the U.S. economy sprang back to life in the April-June quarter, growing at a fast 4 percent annual rate on the strength of higher consumer and business spending.
Growth December 20, 2015 US grew faster in 2nd half of 2013 Fueled by healthier consumer spending, the U.S. economy grew in the second half of last year at the strongest pace in a decade and more than previously estimated, new government data show.
Consumerism December 20, 2015 Hiring weak in January as employers add 113,000 jobs Hiring was surprisingly weak in January for the second straight month, likely renewing concern that the U.S. economy might be slowing after a strong finish last year.
Jobs December 20, 2015 Obama’s hometown left behind in War on Poverty? As President Obama laid out his "Promise Zones" for economic development, he made a notable omission -- his hometown of Chicago.
Investment December 20, 2015 Obama hosts CEOs whose firms are investing in US It's the yin and the yang of the U.S. corporate climate.
Consumerism December 20, 2015 California farmer locked in battle with union Six months ago, workers at one of the largest fruit farms in the U.S. went to the ballot box to decide if they would continue to be represented by the United Farm Workers, which won that right two decades ago but never forged a labor contract.
