U.S. Annual Inflation Down to 2.3% in April
Published: 5/15/2012 1:35:37 PM
By: TradingEconomics.com, U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics
The Consumer Price Index for All Urban Consumers (CPI-U) was unchanged in April on a seasonally adjusted basis, the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics reported today. Over the last 12 months, the all items index increased 2.3 percent before seasonal adjustment.
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U.S. Trade Deficit Widens in March
Published: 5/10/2012 1:41:51 PM
By: TradingEconomics.com, U.S. Census Bureau
Total March exports of $186.8 billion and imports of $238.6 billion resulted in a goods and services deficit of $51.8 billion, up from $45.4 billion in February, revised. March exports were $5.3 billion more than February exports of $181.5 billion. March imports were $11.7 billion more than February imports of $226.9 billion.
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U.S. GDP Up 2.2% in Q1
Published: 5/7/2012 4:44:08 PM
By: TradingEconomics.com, U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis
U.S. real gross domestic product increased at an annual rate of 2.2 percent in the first quarter of 2012 (that is, from the fourth quarter to the first quarter), according to the "advance" estimate released by the Bureau of Economic Analysis. In the fourth quarter of 2011, real GDP increased 3.0 percent.
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U.S. Unemployment Down to 8.1% in April, Nonfarm Payrolls Up 115K
Published: 5/4/2012 1:41:07 PM
By: TradingEconomics.com, U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics
U.S. Nonfarm payroll employment rose by 115,000 in April, and the unemployment rate was little changed at 8.1 percent, the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics reported today. Employment increased in professional and business services, retail trade, and health care, but declined in transportation and warehousing.
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U.S. Federal Reserve Reaffirms Low-Rate Policy
Published: 4/25/2012 9:09:14 PM
By: TradingEconomics.com, Fed
U.S. Federal Reserve on April 25th confirmed the plan to keep short-term interest rates near zero through late 2014 and modestly toned down their assessment of the economy's performance.
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U.S. Annual Inflation Rate Down to 2.7% in March
Published: 4/13/2012 1:34:59 PM
By: TradingEconomics.com, U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics
The Consumer Price Index for All Urban Consumers (CPI-U) increased 0.3 percent in March on a seasonally adjusted basis, the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics reported. Over the last 12 months, the all items index increased 2.7 percent before seasonal adjustment.
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U.S. Trade Deficit Narrows in February
Published: 4/12/2012 1:37:02 PM
By: TradingEconomics.com, U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis
Total February exports of $181.2 billion and imports of $227.2 billion resulted in a goods and services deficit of $46.0 billion, down from $52.5 billion in January, revised. February exports were $0.2 billion more than January exports of $180.9 billion. February imports were $6.3 billion less than January imports of $233.4 billion.
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U.S. Added 120K Jobs in March, Unemployment At 8.2%
Published: 4/6/2012 1:37:03 PM
By: TradingEconomics.com, U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics
Nonfarm payroll employment rose by 120,000 in March, and the unemployment rate was little changed at 8.2 percent, the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics reported. Employment rose in manufacturing, food services and drinking places, and health care, but was down in retail trade.
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U.S. Annual Inflation Rate at 2.9% in February
Published: 3/16/2012 7:09:42 PM
By: TradingEconomics.com, U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics
The Consumer Price Index for All Urban Consumers (CPI-U) increased 0.4 percent in February on a seasonally adjusted basis, the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics reported. Over the last 12 months, the all items index increased 2.9 percent before seasonal adjustment.
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U.S. Fed Keeps Monetary Policy Unchanged
Published: 3/13/2012 6:38:37 PM
By: TradingEconomics.com, Federal Reserve
The Federal Reserve acknowledged recent signs of strength in the economy and said recent financial market strains have eased, offering few clues on the chances for further monetary easing.
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U.S. Trade Deficit Widens in January
Published: 3/9/2012 1:50:55 PM
By: TradingEconomics.com, U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis
Total January exports of $180.8 billion and imports of $233.4 billion resulted in a goods and services deficit of $52.6 billion, up from $50.4 billion in December, revised. January exports were $2.6 billion more than December exports of $178.2 billion. January imports were $4.7 billion more than December imports of $228.7 billion.
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U.S. Economy Adds 227K Jobs in February, Jobless Rate at 8.3%
Published: 3/9/2012 1:39:06 PM
By: TradingEconomics.com, U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics
U.S. Nonfarm payroll employment rose by 227,000 in February, and the unemployment rate was unchanged at 8.3 percent, the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics reported. Employment rose in professional and businesses services, health care and social assistance, leisure and hospitality, manufacturing, and mining.
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U.S. GDP Revised Up to 3% in Q4
Published: 2/29/2012 1:46:36 PM
By: TradingEconomics.com, the Bureau of Economic Analysis
U.S. real gross domestic product increased at an annual rate of 3.0 percent in the fourth quarter of 2011 (that is, from the third quarter to the fourth quarter), according to the "second" estimate released by the Bureau of Economic Analysis. In the third quarter, real GDP increased 1.8 percent.
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U.S. Annual Inflation Rate Down to 2.9% in January
Published: 2/17/2012 7:16:50 PM
By: TradingEconomics.com, U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics
The Consumer Price Index for All Urban Consumers (CPI-U) increased 0.2 percent in January on a seasonally adjusted basis, the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics reported. Over the last 12 months, the all items index increased 2.9 percent before seasonal adjustment
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U.S. Trade Deficit Widens in December
Published: 2/10/2012 1:38:25 PM
By: TradingEconomics.com, U.S. Department of Commerce
Total December exports of $178.8 billion and imports of $227.6 billion resulted in a goods and services deficit of $48.8 billion, up from $47.1 billion in November, revised.
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U.S. Jobless Rate Down to 8.3%, Nonfarm Payrolls Up by 243K
Published: 2/3/2012 1:40:28 PM
By: TradingEconomics.com, U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics
Total U.S. nonfarm payroll employment rose by 243,000 in January, and the unemployment rate decreased to 8.3 percent, the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics Total U.S.nonfarm payroll employment rose by 243,000 in January, and the unemployment rate decreased to 8.3 percent, the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics reported on February 3rd. Job growth was widespread in the private sector, with large employment gains in professional and business services, leisure and hospitality, and manufacturing.
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U.S. Economy Expands 2.8% in Q4
Published: 1/27/2012 5:44:01 PM
By: TradingEconomics.com, Bureau of Economic Analysis
U.S.real gross domestic product increased at an annual rate of 2.8 percent in the fourth quarter of 2011 (that is, from the third quarter to the fourth quarter), according to the "advance" estimate released by the Bureau of Economic Analysis.
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U.S. Fed Said No Rate Hikes Until at Least Late 2014
Published: 1/25/2012 5:50:33 PM
By: TradingEconomics.com, Fed
The U.S. Federal Reserve on Wednesday said it will not raise interest rates until at least late 2014, even later than investors expected, in an effort to support a sluggish economic recovery.
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U.S.Annual Inflation Down to 3% in December
Published: 1/19/2012 6:42:11 PM
By: TradingEconomics.com, U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics
Over the last 12 months, Consumer Price Index for All Urban Consumers (CPI-U)increased 3.0 percent before seasonal adjustment.It was unchanged in December on a seasonally adjusted basis, the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics reported on January 19th.
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U.S. Trade Deficit Widens in November
Published: 1/13/2012 3:48:56 PM
By: TradingEconomics.com, the Department of Commerce
November exports of $177.8 billion and imports of $225.6 billion resulted in a goods and services deficit of $47.8 billion, up from $43.3 billion in October, revised.
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Unemployment Rate Falls to 8.5 percent
Published: 1/6/2012 1:49:00 PM
By: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics
Nonfarm payroll employment rose by 200,000 in December, and the unemployment rate, at 8.5 percent, continued to trend down, the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics reported. Job gains occurred in transportation and warehousing, retail trade, manufacturing, health care, and mining.
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U.S. GDP Revised Down to 1.8% in Q3
Published: 12/22/2011 1:36:38 PM
By: TradingEconomics.com, US Bureau of Economic Analysis
U.S. real gross domestic product increased at an annual rate of 1.8 percent in the third quarter of 2011 (that is, from the second quarter to the third quarter), according to the "third" estimate released by the Bureau of Economic Analysis. In the second quarter, real GDP increased 1.3 percent.
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U.S. Annual Inflation Down to 3.4% in November
Published: 12/16/2011 1:37:34 PM
By: TradingEconomics.com, US Bureau of Labor Statistics
The Consumer Price Index for All Urban Consumers (CPI-U) was unchanged in November on a seasonally adjusted basis, the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics reported on December 16th. Over the last 12 months, the all items index increased 3.4 percent before seasonal adjustment.
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Fed Leaves Monetary Policy Unchanged
Published: 12/13/2011 11:09:12 PM
By: TradingEconomics.com, Fed
The U.S. Federal Reserve has left interest rates unchanged and said that it will continue with its bond-buying stimulus programme.
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U.S. Trade Deficit Shrinks in October
Published: 12/9/2011 1:51:36 PM
By: TradingEconomics.com, U.S. Census Bureau
U.S. trade deficit narrowed in October to the lowest level of the year, reflecting a drop in imports.
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U.S. Unemployment Rate Falls to 8.6% in November
Published: 12/4/2011 3:28:11 PM
By: TradingEconomics.com, US Bureau of Labor Statistics
The unemployment rate fell by 0.4 percentage point to 8.6 percent in November, and nonfarm payroll employment rose by 120,000. Employment continued to trend up in retail trade, leisure and hospitality, professional and business services, and health care. Government employment continued to trend down.
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U.S. GDP Growth Revised Down to 2% in Q3
Published: 11/22/2011 1:48:53 PM
By: TradingEconomics.com, US Bureau of Economic Analysis
Real gross domestic product increased at an annual rate of 2.0 percent in the third quarter of 2011 (that is, from the second quarter to the third quarter) according to the "second" estimate released by the Bureau of Economic Analysis. In the second quarter, real GDP increased 1.3 percent.
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U.S. Trade Deficit Narrows in September
Published: 11/10/2011 1:47:46 PM
By: TradingEconomics.com, U.S. Census Bureau
Total September exports of $180.4 billion and imports of $223.5 billion resulted in a goods and services deficit of $43.1 billion, down from $44.9 billion in August, revised.
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U.S. Nonfarm Payrolls up 80K in October, Unemployment Rate at 9%
Published: 11/4/2011 12:44:37 PM
By: TradingEconomics.com, US Bureau of Labor Statistics
U.S. nonfarm payroll employment continued to trend up in October (+80,000), and the unemployment rate was little changed at 9.0 percent, the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics reported on November 4. Employment in the private sector rose, with modest job growth continuing in professional and businesses services, leisure and hospitality, health care, and mining. Government employment continued to trend down.
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U.S. Federal Reserve Leaves Policy Unchanged
Published: 11/2/2011 4:42:36 PM
By: TradingEconomics.com, Fed
U.S. Federal Reserve left monetary policy on hold on November 2nd and offered a moderately brighter economic outlook, but flagged risks to growth that appeared to leave open the door for further easing.
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U.S. Economy Grows 2.5% in Q3
Published: 10/27/2011 1:38:02 PM
By: TradingEconomics.com, US Bureau of Economic Analysis
U.S. real gross domestic product increased at an annual rate of 2.5 percent in the third quarter of 2011 (that is, from the second quarter to the third quarter) according to the "advance" estimate released by the Bureau of Economic Analysis. In the second quarter, real GDP increased 1.3 percent.
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U.S. Annual Inflation Rate at 3.9% in September
Published: 10/19/2011 1:38:06 PM
By: TradingEconomics.com, US Bureau of Labor Statistics
The Consumer Price Index for All Urban Consumers (CPI-U) increased 0.3 percent in September on a seasonally adjusted basis, the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics reported today. Over the last 12 months, the all items index increased 3.9 percent before seasonal adjustment.
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U.S. Trade Deficit Unchanged in August
Published: 10/13/2011 1:42:02 PM
By: TradingEconomics.com, US Bureau of Economic Analysis
Total August exports of $177.6 billion and imports of $223.2 billion resulted in a goods and services deficit of $45.6 billion, virtually unchanged from July, revised. August exports were $0.1 billion less than July exports of $177.7 billion. August imports were $0.1 billion less than July imports of $223.3 billion.
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U.S. Nonfarm Payrolls Rise in September, Unemployment Rate Steady
Published: 10/7/2011 1:42:34 PM
By: TradingEconomics.com, US Bureau of Labor Statistics
U.S. Nonfarm payroll employment edged up by 103,000 in September, and the unemployment rate held at 9.1 percent, the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics reported on October 7.
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US GDP Growth Revised Up to 1.3% in Q2
Published: 9/29/2011 4:53:10 PM
By: TradingEconomics.com, US Bureau of Economic Analysis
Real gross domestic product in the United States increased at an annual rate of 1.3 percent in the second quarter of 2011, (that is, from the first quarter to the second quarter), according to the "third" estimate released by the Bureau of Economic Analysis. In the first quarter, real GDP increased 0.4 percent.
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US Federal Reserve to Launch $400bn Stimulus
Published: 9/22/2011 10:14:56 AM
By: TradingEconomics.com, Fed
The Federal Reserve announced its aid to the U.S. economy, launching an effort to put more downward pressure on long-term interest rates over time and help the battered housing sector.
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U.S. Annual Inflation Rate Rises to 3.8% in August
Published: 9/15/2011 3:05:46 PM
By: TradingEconomics.com, US Bureau of Labor Statistics
The Consumer Price Index for All Urban Consumers (CPI-U) increased 0.4 percent in August on a seasonally adjusted basis, the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics reported on September 15. Over the last 12 months, the all items index increased 3.8 percent before seasonal adjustment.
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U.S. Trade Deficit Narrows in July
Published: 9/8/2011 1:41:13 PM
By: TradingEconomics.com, U.S. Census Bureau
The U.S. Department of Commerce, announced on September 9, that total July exports of $178.0 billion and imports of $222.8 billion resulted in a goods and services deficit of $44.8 billion, down from $51.6 billion in June, revised.
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U.S. Employment Stagnated in August
Published: 9/2/2011 1:38:13 PM
By: TradingEconomics.com, US Bureau of Labor Statistics
U.S. nonfarm payroll employment was unchanged (0) in August, and the unemployment rate held at 9.1 percent, the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics reported on September 2. Employment in most major industries changed little over the month. Health care continued to add jobs, and a decline in information employment reflected a strike. Government employment continued to trend down.
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U.S. GDP Revised Down to 1% in Q2
Published: 8/26/2011 1:36:52 PM
By: TradingEconomics.com, US Bureau of Economic Analysis
U.S. real gross domestic product increased at an annual rate of 1.0 percent in the second quarter of 2011, (that is, from the first quarter to the second quarter), according to the "second" estimate released by the Bureau of Economic Analysis. In the first quarter, real GDP increased 0.4 percent.
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U.S. Annual Inflation Rate at 3.6% in July
Published: 8/18/2011 1:55:18 PM
By: TradingEconomics.com, US Bureau of Labor Statistics
The Consumer Price Index for All Urban Consumers (CPI-U) increased 0.5 percent in July on a seasonally adjusted basis, the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics reported on August 18. Over the last 12 months, the all items index increased 3.6 percent before seasonal adjustment.
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U.S. Trade Deficit Widens in June
Published: 8/11/2011 1:28:40 PM
By: TradingEconomics.com, U.S. Census Bureau
U.S. trade deficit in goods and services increased to $53.1 billion in June from $50.8 billion (revised) in May, as exports decreased more than imports.
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U.S. Fed to Keep Rates at Record Lows at Least Through Mid-2013
Published: 8/9/2011 7:30:00 PM
By: TradingEconomics.com, Fed
The Federal Reserve pledged for the first time to keep its benchmark interest rate at a record low at least through mid-2013 in a bid to revive the flagging recovery after a worldwide stock rout.
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U.S. Economy Adds 117K Jobs in July, Unemployment Down to 9.1%
Published: 8/5/2011 1:53:17 PM
By: TradingEconomics.com, US Bureau of Labor Statistics
U.S. payrolls increased 117K, above market expectations for an 85K gain, the Labor Department said on August 5. The unemployment rate dropped to 9.1% from 9.2% in June, as a result of people leaving the labor force.
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U.S. Economy Grows Just 1.3% in Q2
Published: 7/29/2011 1:44:53 PM
By: TradingEconomics.com, US Bureau of Economic Analysis
United States real gross domestic product increased at an annual rate of 1.3 percent in the second quarter of 2011, (that is, from the first quarter to the second quarter), according to the "advance" estimate released by the Bureau of Economic Analysis. First-quarter growth was revised down sharply to a 0.4% rate from the earlier estimate of a 1.9% gain.
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U.S. Annual Inflation Rate Unchanged at 3.6% in June
Published: 7/15/2011 1:45:49 PM
By: TradingEconomics.com, US Bureau of Labor Statistics
U.S. Consumer Price Index for All Urban Consumers (CPI-U) decreased 0.2 percent in June on a seasonally adjusted basis, the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics reported on July 15. Over the last 12 months, the all items index increased 3.6 percent before seasonal adjustment.
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U.S. Trade Deficit Widens in May
Published: 7/12/2011 1:38:35 PM
By: TradingEconomics.com, U.S. Census Bureau
U.S. trade deficit in goods and services increased to $50.2 billion in May from $43.6 billion (revised) in April, as imports increased and exports decreased.
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U.S. June Nonfarm Payrolls Rise 18K, Jobless Rate Up to 9.2%
Published: 7/8/2011 1:43:17 PM
By: TradingEconomics.com, US Bureau of Labor Statistics
U.S. Nonfarm payroll employment was essentially unchanged in June (+18,000), and the unemployment rate rose to 9.2% from 9.1% in May. Employment in most major private-sector industries changed little over the month. Government employment continued to trend down.
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U.S. Economic Growth Revised up to 1.9% in Q1
Published: 6/27/2011 2:05:18 PM
By: TradingEconomics.com, US Bureau of Economic Analysis
Real gross domestic product in the United States increased at an annual rate of 1.9 percent in the first quarter of 2011, (that is, from the fourth quarter to the first quarter), according to the "third" estimate released by the Bureau of Economic Analysis. In the fourth quarter, real GDP increased 3.1 percent.
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U.S. Federal Reserve Federal Holds Interest Rates
Published: 6/22/2011 7:31:28 PM
By: TradingEconomics.com, Fed
The Federal Reserve decided to hold interest rates at historic low levels as the US recovery is slower and weaker than expected, and hinted that more government relief could come if the recovery stalls.
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U.S. Inflation Rate Rises to 3.6% in May
Published: 6/15/2011 1:39:41 PM
By: TradingEconomics.com, U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics
The Consumer Price Index for All Urban Consumers (CPI-U) increased 0.2 percent in May on a seasonally adjusted basis, the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics reported on June 15. Over the last 12 months, the all items index increased 3.6 percent before seasonal adjustment.
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U.S. Trade Deficit Narrows in April
Published: 6/9/2011 1:47:28 PM
By: TradingEconomics.com, U.S. Census Bureau
U.S. international trade deficit in goods and services decreased to $43.7 billion in April from $46.8 billion (revised) in March, as exports increased and imports decreased.
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U.S. Employment Held Back by Weak Economy
Published: 6/3/2011 1:39:50 PM
By: TradingEconomics.com, US Bureau of Labor Statistics
Nonfarm payroll employment changed little (+54,000) in May, and the unemployment rate was up to 9.1 percent from 9 percent in April, the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics reported on June 3.
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U.S. Inflation Raises to 3.2% in April
Published: 5/13/2011 1:41:40 PM
By: TradingEconomics.com, US Bureau of Labor Statistics
The Consumer Price Index for All Urban Consumers (CPI-U) increased 3.2 percent over the last 12 months, before seasonal adjustment, the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics reported on May 13.
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U.S. Trade Deficit Widens in March
Published: 5/11/2011 1:35:24 PM
By: TradingEconomics.com, U.S. Census Bureau
U.S. international trade deficit in goods and services increased to $48.2 billion in March from $45.4 billion (revised) in February, as imports increased more than exports.
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US Payrolls Rise 244K in April; Unemployment Rate at 9.0%
Published: 5/7/2011 1:23:40 PM
By: TradingEconomics.com, US Bureau of Labor Statistics
US nonfarm payroll employment rose by 244,000 in April, and the unemployment rate edged up to 9.0 percent, the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics reported on May 6. Job gains occurred in several service-providing industries, manufacturing, and mining.
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U.S. Economy Grew 1.8% in Q1
Published: 4/28/2011 1:39:12 PM
By: TradingEconomics.com, US Bureau of Economic Analysis
United States GDP increased at an annual rate of 1.8 percent in the first quarter of 2011 (that is, from the fourth quarter to the first quarter) according to the advance estimate released by the Bureau of Economic Analysis. In the fourth quarter, real GDP increased 3.1 percent.
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US Federal Reserve Holds Rates Steady
Published: 4/27/2011 4:52:15 PM
By: TradingEconomics.com, Fed
The Federal Reserve signaled on April 27 it is in no rush to scale back its extensive support for the economy and said a run-up in commodity prices that has dented growth should be fleeting.
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U.S. Inflation Raises 2.7% in March
Published: 4/15/2011 12:36:15 PM
By: TradingEconomics.com, US Bureau of Labor Statistics
The Consumer Price Index for All Urban Consumers (CPI-U) increased 0.5 percent in March on a seasonally adjusted basis, the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics reported on April 15. Over the last 12 months, the all items index increased 2.7 percent before seasonal adjustment.
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U.S. Trade Deficit Narrows in February
Published: 4/12/2011 12:38:39 PM
By: TradingEconomics.com, U.S. Census Bureau
U.S. international trade deficit in goods and services decreased to $45.8 billion in February from $47.0 billion (revised) in January, as imports dropped more than exports.
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U.S. Jobless Drops to 8.8%, Payrolls Increase by 216K in March
Published: 4/1/2011 12:39:18 PM
By: TradingEconomics.com, US Bureau of Labor Statistics
U.S. Nonfarm payroll employment increased by 216,000 in March, and the unemployment rate was little changed at 8.8 percent, the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics reported on April 1. Job gains occurred in professional and business services, health care, leisure and hospitality, and mining. Employment in manufacturing continued to trend up.
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U.S. Economy Grew 3.1% in Q4
Published: 3/25/2011 1:09:30 PM
By: TradingEconomics.com, US Bureau of Economic Analysis
Real gross domestic product -- the output of goods and services produced by labor and property located in the United States -- increased at an annual rate of 3.1 percent in the fourth quarter of 2010, (that is, from the third quarter to the fourth quarter), according to the "third" estimate released by the Bureau of Economic Analysis. In the third quarter, real GDP increased 2.6 percent.
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U.S. Inflation Rises to 2.1% in February
Published: 3/17/2011 12:39:32 PM
By: TradingEconomics.com, US Bureau of Labor Statistics
U.S. Consumer Price Index for All Urban Consumers (CPI-U) increased 2.1 percent before seasonal adjustment over the last 12 months, the Bureau of Labor Statistics reported on March 17. For the month, the index increased 0.5 percent prior to seasonal adjustment.
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Federal Reserve Leaves Rates Unchanged
Published: 3/15/2011 7:06:39 PM
By: TradingEconomics.com, Federal Reserve
The Federal Reserve maintained its ultra-loose monetary policy on Tuesday, saying the economy was gaining traction while flagging potential inflation risks from costlier energy and food.
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U.S. Trade Deficit Widens in January
Published: 3/10/2011 1:40:03 PM
By: TradingEconomics.com, U.S. Census Bureau
U.S. trade deficit in goods and services increased to $46.3 billion in January from $40.3 billion (revised) in December, as imports increased more than exports.
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U.S. Economy Adds 192,000 Jobs in February
Published: 3/4/2011 1:40:08 PM
By: TradingEconomics.com, US Bureau of Labor Statistics
U.S. nonfarm payroll employment increased by 192,000 in February, and the unemployment rate was little changed at 8.9 percent, the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics reported on March 4. Job gains occurred in manufacturing, construction, professional and business services, health care, and transportation and warehousing.
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U.S. GDP Growth Revised Down to 2.8% in Q4
Published: 2/25/2011 1:37:23 PM
By: TradingEconomics.com, US Bureau of Economic Analysis
U.S. real gross domestic product increased at an annual rate of 2.8 percent in the fourth quarter of 2010, (that is, from the third quarter to the fourth quarter), according to the "second" estimate released by the Bureau of Economic Analysis. In the third quarter, real GDP increased 2.6 percent.
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US Inflation Rises 1.6% in January
Published: 2/17/2011 1:42:16 PM
By: TradingEconomics.com, U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics
US Consumer Price Index for All Urban Consumers (CPI-U) increased 1.6 percent over the last 12 months to an index level of 220.223 (1982-84=100). For the month, inflation rate increased 0.4 percent in January on a seasonally adjusted basis, the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics reported on February 17.
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US Trade Deficit Widens in 2010
Published: 2/11/2011 1:43:43 PM
By: TradingEconomics.com, U.S. Census Bureau
US trade deficit increased to $497.8 billion in 2010 from $374.9 billion in 2009, as imports increased more than exports. The trade deficit increased to $40.6 billion in December 2010 from $38.3 billion (revised) in November, as imports increased more than exports.
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U.S. Unemployment Rate Drops to 9% in January
Published: 2/4/2011 1:44:09 PM
By: TradingEconomics.com, U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics
U.S. unemployment rate fell by 0.4 percentage point to 9.0 percent in January, while nonfarm payroll employment changed little (+36,000), the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics reported on February 4. Employment rose in manufacturing and in retail trade but was down in construction and in transportation and warehousing. Employment in most other major industries changed little over the month.
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U.S. GDP Growth Accelerates in the Fourth Quarter
Published: 1/28/2011 2:18:51 PM
By: TradingEconomics.com, US Bureau of Economic Analysis
U.S. real gross domestic product increased at an annual rate of 3.2 percent in the fourth quarter of 2010, (that is, from the third quarter to the fourth quarter), according to the "advance" estimate released by the Bureau of Economic Analysis. In the third quarter, real GDP increased 2.6 percent.
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US Federal Reserve Holds Rates Steady
Published: 1/26/2011 7:25:30 PM
By: TradingEconomics.com, Federal Reserve
The Federal Reserve's Open Market Committee on January 26, made no policy changes, holding its key interest rate at historic low range of 0% to 0.25% and continuing on course with its $600 billion program of Treasury purchases.
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US Inflation Rises 1.5% in December
Published: 1/14/2011 1:37:32 PM
By: TradingEconomics.com, the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics
The Consumer Price Index for All Urban Consumers (CPI-U) increased 0.5 percent in December on a seasonally adjusted basis, the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics reported on January 14. Over the last 12 months,the all items index increased 1.5 percent before seasonal adjustment.
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U.S. Trade Deficit Narrows in November
Published: 1/13/2011 2:11:08 PM
By: TradingEconomics.com, US Census Bureau
United States trade deficit in goods and services decreased to $38.3 billion in November from $38.4 billion (revised) in October, as exports increased more than imports.
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US Unemployment Rate Falls to 9.4% in December
Published: 1/7/2011 1:51:12 PM
By: Trading Economics, U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics
The unemployment rate fell by 0.4 percentage point to 9.4 percent in December, and nonfarm payroll employment increased by 103,000, the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics reported today. Employment rose in leisure and hospitality and in health care but was little changed in other major industries.
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US Unemployment Rate Falls to 9.4% in December
Published: 1/7/2011 1:50:42 PM
By: Trading Economics, U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics
The unemployment rate fell by 0.4 percentage point to 9.4 percent in December, and nonfarm payroll employment increased by 103,000, the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics reported today. Employment rose in leisure and hospitality and in health care but was little changed in other major industries.
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US Third Quarter GDP Revised Up
Published: 12/22/2010 3:34:21 PM
By: TradingEconomics.com, US Bureau of Economic Analysis
Real gross domestic product in the United States increased at an annual rate of 2.6 percent in the third quarter of 2010, (that is, from the second quarter to the third quarter), according to the third estimate released by the Bureau of Economic Analysis. In the second quarter, real GDP increased 1.7 percent.
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US Inflation Slows Down in November
Published: 12/15/2010 6:32:16 PM
By: TradingEconomics.com, U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics
On a seasonally adjusted basis, the CPI-U increased 0.1 percent in November after increasing 0.2 percent in October. The index for all items less food and energy rose 0.1 percent in November after being unchanged in October. On an annual basis, overall CPI was up 1.1 percent from November 2009.
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US Federal Reserve Keeps Policy on Hold
Published: 12/14/2010 7:40:43 PM
By: TradingEconomics.com, Fed
The U.S. Federal Reserve said on December 14, the economic recovery was still too slow to bring down unemployment, reaffirming its commitment to purchase $600 billion in bonds to stimulate growth and create jobs.
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US Trade Deficit Shrinks in October
Published: 12/10/2010 1:41:17 PM
By: TradingEconomics.com, US Census Bureau
United States international trade deficit in goods and services decreased to $38.7 billion in October from $44.6 billion (revised) in September, as exports increased and imports decreased.
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US Unemployment Edges up in November; Payrolls Change Little
Published: 12/5/2010 10:17:16 PM
By: TradingEconomics.com, US Bureau of Labor Statistics
The unemployment rate edged up to 9.8 percent in November, and nonfarm payroll employment was little changed (+39,000), the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics reported on December 3.
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U.S. Economy Grew 2.5% in Third Quarter, Revised From 2%
Published: 11/23/2010 4:15:18 PM
By: TradingEconomics.com, BloombergReal consumer spending increased at a 2.8% annualized clip, the faste
The U.S. economy grew at a 2.5 percent annual rate in the third quarter, more than previously calculated, as companies increased shipments abroad and Americans boosted their spending.
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Core US Inflation Falls to Record Low
Published: 11/17/2010 2:59:54 PM
By: TradingEconomics.com, FT
Living costs in the US have been held down by a weakened economy in the past year, with prices for most goods and services recording their smallest annual rises on record in October.
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Trade Deficit in U.S. Shrinks as Exports Climb to Two-Year High
Published: 11/11/2010 4:23:44 AM
By: TradingEconomics.com, Bloomberg
The U.S. trade deficit shrank more than forecast in September as exports climbed to the highest level in two years, showing a weaker dollar is helping strengthen the economic recovery.
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U.S. Added 151,000 Jobs in October, Unemployment at 9.6%
Published: 11/5/2010 1:33:12 PM
By: TradingEconomics.com, Bloomberg
Payrolls rose more than forecast in October, a sign businesses may be starting to look past what the Federal Reserve calls the “disappointingly slow” U.S. recovery toward a faster pace of growth.
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US Federal Reserve to Spend $600 Billion to Speed Up Recovery
Published: 11/4/2010 10:50:42 AM
By: TradingEconomics.com, Federal Reserve
The Federal Reserve moved Wednesday to jolt the economy into recovery with a bold but risky plan to pump $600 billion into the banking system.
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US GDP Grows a Modest 2% in 3rd quarter
Published: 10/30/2010 5:21:59 PM
By: US Bureau of Economic Analysis
United States real gross domestic product increased at an annual rate of 2.0 percent in the third quarter of 2010, (that is, from the second quarter to the third quarter), according to the "advance" estimate released by the Bureau of Economic Analysis. In the second quarter, real GDP increased 1.7 percent.
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U.S. Economy Grew 1.7% in Second Quarter
Published: 10/2/2010 12:57:47 PM
By: TradingEconomics.com, Bloomberg
The U.S. economy grew at a 1.7 percent annual rate in the second quarter, marking the start of a slowdown in growth that has concerned the Federal Reserve.
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US Federal Reserve Lays Groundwork for Possible Further Stimulus
Published: 9/21/2010 10:27:43 PM
By: TradingEconomics.com, Fed
The Federal Reserve on Tuesday inched closer to fresh steps to bolster a sluggish U.S. recovery, saying it stood ready to provide more support for the economy and expressing stronger concerns about low inflation.
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U.S. Consumer Prices Rose 0.3% in August
Published: 9/17/2010 2:05:35 PM
By: TradingEconomics.com, Bloomberg
The cost of living in the U.S. climbed in August for a second month as energy and food prices increased, while other goods and services showed little change.
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US Trade Deficit Narrows in July
Published: 9/9/2010 10:24:43 PM
By: TradingEconomics.com, AFP
The US trade deficit dropped more than expected in July as exports reached their highest level in two years, boosting hopes for the US economic recovery.
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US Trade Deficit Narrows in July
Published: 9/9/2010 10:24:42 PM
By: TradingEconomics.com, AFP
The US trade deficit dropped more than expected in July as exports reached their highest level in two years, boosting hopes for the US economic recovery.
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US Payrolls Fall Less Than Expected in August
Published: 9/3/2010 1:45:22 PM
By: TradingEconomics.com, Reuters
U.S. employment fell for a third straight month in August, but the decline was far less than expected and private payrolls growth surprised on the upside, easing pressure on the Federal Reserve to prop up growth.
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ADP Estimates Companies in U.S. Unexpectedly Cut Jobs
Published: 9/1/2010 12:11:45 PM
By: TradingEconomics.com, Bloomberg
Companies in the U.S. unexpectedly cut workers in August, data from a private report based on payrolls showed. Employment fell by 10,000, according to figures today from ADP Employer Services.
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U.S. Economy Grew a Revised 1.6%
Published: 8/27/2010 11:53:39 AM
By: TradingEconomics.com, Bloomberg
The U.S. economy grew at a 1.6 percent annual rate in the second quarter, less than previously calculated, as companies reined in inventories and the trade deficit widened.
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U.S. Consumer Prices Climb in July
Published: 8/13/2010 10:44:17 AM
By: TradingEconomics.com, Bloomberg
The cost of living in the U.S. climbed in July for the first time in four months, pointing to a stabilization that may ease concern a slowdown in growth will spur deflation.
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US Trade Deficit Widens Sharply in June
Published: 8/11/2010 10:28:07 AM
By: TradingEconomics.com, Reuters
The trade deficit widened a surprising 18.8 percent in June on a surge of consumer goods from China and other suppliers, suggesting second-quarter economic growth was much weaker than previously thought.
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Fed to Buy Treasuries with Maturing Mortgage Debt
Published: 8/10/2010 2:27:28 PM
By: TradingEconomics.com, Federal Reserve
The US Federal Reserve on Tuesday said it would begin funneling proceeds from its maturing mortgage bonds into longer-term government debt in an effort to support a sputtering economic recovery.
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US Economy Sheds 131,000 Jobs in July
Published: 8/6/2010 9:39:11 AM
By: TradingEconomics.com, U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics
Total nonfarm payroll employment declined by 131,000 in July, and the unemployment rate was unchanged at 9.5 percent, the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics reported. Federal government employment fell, as 143,000 temporary workers hired for the decennial census completed their work. Private-sector payroll employment edged up by 71,000.
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ADP Estimates Companies in U.S. Added 42,000 Jobs
Published: 8/4/2010 10:19:37 AM
By: TradingEconomics.com, Bloomberg
Companies in the U.S. added more workers in July than forecast, data from a private report based on payrolls showed
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Flat Consumer Spending Adds to Recovery Worries
Published: 8/3/2010 10:53:06 AM
By: Reuters
Consumer spending and incomes were unexpectedly flat in June while personal savings were the highest in a year, implying an anemic economic recovery for the remainder of this year.
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US Economic Growth Slows in Second Quarter
Published: 8/2/2010 4:32:15 AM
By: TradingEconomics.com
Gross Domestic Product in the United States slowed in the second quarter (April to June) to 2.4% annual rate from 3.7% in the previous quarter.
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US Consumer Confidence Falls in July
Published: 7/27/2010 10:18:30 AM
By: TradingEconomics.com, Bloomberg
Confidence among U.S. consumers declined in July to a five-month low, a sign the lack of jobs will limit the economy’s recovery.
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US Consumer Prices Dip for Third Month
Published: 7/18/2010 9:02:14 PM
By: TradingEconomics.com, AFP
American consumers saw prices fall for the third consecutive month in June on the back of lower gasoline costs, the government said Thursday amid concerns over deflation.
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Trade Gap in U.S. Widened in May
Published: 7/13/2010 9:37:47 AM
By: TradingEconomics.com, Bloomberg
The trade deficit in the U.S. unexpectedly widened 4.8 percent in May to $42.3 billion, the highest level since November 2008, as a gain in imports outpaced growth in exports.
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US Payrolls Fall, Private Hiring Below Forecasts
Published: 7/2/2010 8:57:20 AM
By: TradingEconomics.com, Reuters
Employment fell for the first this year in June as thousands of temporary census jobs ended and private hiring grew less than expected, dealing a blow to President Barack Obama who has identified job creation as a key priority.
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U.S. Companies Added 13K Workers: ADP said
Published: 6/30/2010 9:34:44 AM
By: TradingEconomics.com, Bloomberg
Companies in the U.S. added fewer workers in June than forecast, according to data from a private report based on payrolls.
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Fed Holds Interest Rates Steady
Published: 6/23/2010 2:28:31 PM
By: TradingEconomics.com, FOMC
The Federal Reserve acknowledged a faltering pace of U.S. economic recovery and renewed its vow to hold benchmark interest rates exceptionally low for an extended period.
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Consumer Prices in U.S. Fell 0.2% in May
Published: 6/17/2010 9:35:39 AM
By: TradingEconomics.com, Bloomberg
The cost of living in the U.S. dropped in May for a second month, signaling the world’s largest economy is recovering without causing prices to flare.
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U.S. Trade Deficit Expands In April
Published: 6/10/2010 9:54:27 AM
By: TradingEconomics.com, WSJ
The U.S. trade deficit widened a bit in April, as the value of crude imports hit the highest level in a year and a half.
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U.S. Payrolls Rise 431,000 in May
Published: 6/4/2010 8:54:52 AM
By: TradingEconomics.com, Bloomberg
Employers in the U.S. hired fewer workers in May than forecast and Americans dropped out of the labor force, showing a lack of confidence in the recovery that may lead to slower economic growth.
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U.S. Companies Added 55,000 Workers in May, ADP Says
Published: 6/3/2010 11:13:28 AM
By: TradingEconomics.com, Bloomberg
Companies in the U.S. added workers in May, according to data from a private report based on payrolls.
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US Economic Recovery Will Be Challenged in the Months Ahead
Published: 5/29/2010 4:53:37 PM
By: Anna Fedec, contact@tradingeconomics.com
On June 25, the United States GDP growth for the first quarter of 2010 was revised down to 2.7%, showing that the recovery in the biggest economy in the world may not be as strong as many have expected.
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US Economy Expands Less Than First Estimated
Published: 5/27/2010 9:40:51 AM
By: TradingEconomics.com, Bloomberg
The U.S. economy grew in the first quarter 3%, a slower pace than previously calculated, reflecting smaller gains in consumer and business spending.
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Consumer Prices in U.S. Unexpectedly Drop
Published: 5/19/2010 10:38:25 AM
By: TradingEconomics.com, Bloomberg
The cost of living in the U.S. unexpectedly dropped in April for the first time in more than a year, signaling the world’s largest economy is recovering without causing prices to flare.
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U.S. Trade Deficit Increases to One-Year High
Published: 5/12/2010 9:45:02 AM
By: TradingEconomics.com, Bloomberg
The trade deficit in the U.S. widened in March to the highest level in more than a year as the cost of imported oil climbed and companies restocked shelves with goods bought abroad.
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Payrolls in U.S. Rise by Most in Four Years
Published: 5/8/2010 6:57:26 PM
By: TradingEconomics.com, Reuters
Employment grew at the fastest pace in four years in April as businesses ramped up hiring, suggesting the economic recovery was growing less dependent on government support.
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US Economy Expands 3.2%
Published: 4/30/2010 10:35:21 AM
By: TradingEconomics.com, Reuters
The U.S. economy expanded at a 3.2 percent annual rate in the first quarter as consumers stepped up spending, the strongest sign yet a sustainable recovery is taking hold.
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Fed Renews Low Rate Promise
Published: 4/28/2010 2:58:33 PM
By: TradingEconomics.com, Federal Reserve
The Federal Reserve sounded cautiously more upbeat on the U.S. economic recovery and jobs as it renewed its promise to keep interest rates low for an "extended period."
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US Economic Recovery Poised to be Weak
Published: 4/17/2010 4:08:07 PM
By: Anna Fedec, contact@tradingeconomics.com
High unemployment, a weak housing market and budget deficits of both local and state governments may significantly slow the pace of economic expansion in the United States.
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Goldman Sachs Charged With Fraud by SEC
Published: 4/16/2010 11:46:47 AM
By: TradingEconomics.com, Reuters
Goldman Sachs Group Inc was charged with fraud on Friday by the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission in the structuring and marketing of a debt product tied to subprime mortgages.
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Consumer Prices in U.S. Rise 0.1%
Published: 4/14/2010 9:34:06 AM
By: TradingEconomics.com, Bloomberg
The cost of living in the U.S. rose in March, while prices excluding food and energy were unexpectedly unchanged, indicating tame inflation is accompanying the economic recovery.
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March Retail Sales in U.S. Rise More Than Forecast
Published: 4/14/2010 9:31:27 AM
By: TradingEconomics.com, Bloomberg
Sales at U.S. retailers climbed in March more than anticipated, signaling consumers will play a bigger role in a broadening economic recovery.
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Trade Deficit in U.S. Widens
Published: 4/13/2010 9:57:52 AM
By: TradingEconomics.com, Bloomberg
The trade deficit in the U.S. widened in February more than anticipated as imports climbed, adding to evidence of a rebound in economic growth.
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Payrolls in U.S. Rose 162,000 in March; Unemployment at 9.7%
Published: 4/2/2010 8:47:28 AM
By: TradingEconomics.com, Bloomberg
Employment in the U.S. increased in March by the most in three years and the unemployment rate held at 9.7 percent as companies gained confidence the economic recovery will be sustained.
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ADP Says U.S. Companies Cut Payrolls
Published: 3/31/2010 10:34:15 AM
By: TradingEconomics.com, Bloomberg
Companies in the U.S. unexpectedly cut payrolls in March, according to data from a private report based on payrolls.
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Consumer Prices in U.S. Unchanged
Published: 3/18/2010 11:21:27 AM
By: TradingEconomics.com, Bloomberg
The cost of living in the U.S. was unchanged in February, underscoring the Federal Reserve’s forecast that inflation will remain low as the economy recovers.
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Fed Retains Pledge to Keep Rates Low for Extended Period
Published: 3/16/2010 2:27:17 PM
By: TradingEconomics.com, Federal Reserve
The Federal Reserve held benchmark rates near zero on Tuesday and renewed a promise to keep them exceptionally low for an extended period while pointing to increased momentum in the economy's recovery.
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Trade Gap in U.S. Unexpectedly Falls
Published: 3/11/2010 10:06:33 AM
By: TradingEconomics.com, Bloomberg
The trade deficit in the U.S. unexpectedly narrowed in January as demand for foreign oil and automobiles dropped.
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Payrolls in U.S. Fell 36,000; Unemployment at 9.7%
Published: 3/5/2010 9:17:26 AM
By: TradingEconomics.com, Bloomberg
The jobless rate in the U.S. held at 9.7 percent in February and employment declined less than forecast, even as severe winter weather forced some employers to temporarily close.
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ADP Says U.S. Companies Cut 20,000 Jobs in February
Published: 3/3/2010 11:16:51 AM
By: TradingEconomics.com, Bloomberg
U.S. companies in February cut the fewest jobs in two years, according to data from a private report based on payrolls.
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Despite Recent Growth, US Recovery is Still Weak
Published: 2/26/2010 3:16:38 PM
By: Anna Fedec, contact@tradingeconomics.com
In the fourth quarter of 2009, the United States economy expanded at an annualized rate of 5.9% giving the impression that the recovery in world’s largest economy has been stronger than expected. Yet, growth was mainly due to inventory rebuilding and the recent economic expansion maybe short lived.
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U.S. Economy Grew at 5.9% in Q4
Published: 2/26/2010 9:48:01 AM
By: TradingEconomics.com, Bloomberg
The U.S. economy expanded at a 5.9 percent annual rate in the fourth quarter, more than the government reported last month, reflecting stronger business investment and a greater contribution from inventories.
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Consumer Confidence in U.S. Falls
Published: 2/23/2010 10:38:02 AM
By: TradingEconomics.com, Bloomberg
Confidence among U.S. consumers fell more than anticipated in February to the lowest level since April 2009 as the outlook for jobs diminished, a sign spending may be slow to gain traction as the economy recovers
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US Inflation Rises 0.2%
Published: 2/19/2010 9:43:48 AM
By: TradingEconomics.com, Bloomberg
The cost of living in the U.S. rose in January less than anticipated and a measure of prices excluding food and fuel fell for the first time since 1982, indicating the recovery is showing few signs of inflation.
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Fed Raises Discount Rate by Quarter-Point to 0.75%
Published: 2/18/2010 5:44:12 PM
By: TradingEconomics.com, Federal Reserve
The Federal Reserve Board raised the discount rate charged to banks for direct loans by a quarter point to 0.75 percent and said the move will encourage financial institutions to rely more on money markets rather than the central bank for short-term liquidity needs.
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Trade Deficit in U.S. Widened in December
Published: 2/10/2010 10:48:14 AM
By: TradingEconomics.com, Bloomberg
The trade deficit in the U.S. unexpectedly widened in December, reflecting a jump in petroleum imports that swamped an eighth consecutive gain in exports.
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US Payrolls Fall in January, Unemployment at 9.7%
Published: 2/5/2010 8:38:28 AM
By: TradingEconomics.com, Reuters
Employers unexpectedly cut 20,000 in January, but the unemployment rate surprisingly fell to a five-month low of 9.7 percent, according to a government report on Friday that hinted at some labor market improvement starting to take root.
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ADP Says U.S. Companies Cut Estimated 22,000 Jobs
Published: 2/3/2010 9:32:30 AM
By: TradingEconomics.com, Bloomberg
Companies in the U.S. cut an estimated 22,000 jobs in January, in line with forecasts, according to data from a private report based on payrolls.
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Despite Recent Growth, US Recovery is Still Weak
Published: 2/2/2010 12:59:10 PM
By: Anna Fedec, contact@tradingeconomics.com
In the fourth quarter of 2009, the United States economy expanded at an annualized rate of 5.7% giving the impression that the recovery in world’s largest economy has been stronger than expected. Yet, growth was mainly due to inventory rebuilding and the recent economic expansion maybe short lived.
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Economy in U.S. Grew at 5.7%
Published: 1/29/2010 9:26:28 AM
By: TradingEconomics.com, Bloomberg
The economy in the U.S. expanded in the fourth quarter at the fastest pace in six years as factories cranked up assembly lines and companies increased investment in equipment and software.
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US Federal Reserve Holds Rate Steady
Published: 1/27/2010 2:22:22 PM
By: TradingEconomics.com, Federal Reserve
The Federal Reserve kept interest rates near zero and restated its intention to cease buying mortgage-backed securities in March.
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Consumer Prices in U.S. Rose 0.1% in December
Published: 1/16/2010 2:42:20 PM
By: TradingEconomics.com, Bloomberg
The cost of living in the U.S. slowed in December from a month earlier, indicating the economic recovery is showing few signs of stoking inflation.
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Trade Deficit in U.S. Increased
Published: 1/12/2010 11:24:15 AM
By: TradingEconomics.com, Bloomberg
The trade deficit in the U.S. widened in November more than anticipated as imports climbed faster than exports, pointing to a rebound in global demand that is fueling growth.
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US Economy Sheds 85,000 Jobs in December
Published: 1/8/2010 8:42:00 AM
By: TradingEconomics.com, Reuters
U.S. employers unexpectedly cut 85,000 jobs in December, government data showed on Friday, cooling optimism on the labor market's recovery and keeping pressure on President Barack Obama.
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ADP Says U.S. Companies Cut Estimated 84,000 Jobs
Published: 1/6/2010 9:21:50 AM
By: TradingEconomics.com, Bloomberg
Companies in the U.S. cut an estimated 84,000 jobs in December, according to a private report based on payroll data.
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US Economy Grows 2.2% in Q3
Published: 12/22/2009 9:57:49 AM
By: TradingEconomics.com, Reuters
The U.S. economy grew at a much slower pace than previously thought in the third quarter, restrained by weak business investment and a slightly more aggressive liquidation of inventories, data showed on Tuesday.
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US Federal Reserve Holds Rates Steady at 0 to 0.25%
Published: 12/16/2009 2:21:01 PM
By: TradingEconomics.com, Bloomberg, FOMC
The Federal Reserve repeated its pledge to keep interest rates “exceptionally low” for “an extended period” and said the economy is strengthening.
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Consumer Prices in U.S. Rose 0.4% in November
Published: 12/16/2009 10:15:33 AM
By: TradingEconomics.com, Bloomberg
The cost of living in the U.S. accelerated in November from a month earlier, led by higher prices for energy and medical care.
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Trade Deficit in U.S. Narrows
Published: 12/10/2009 9:25:06 AM
By: TradingEconomics.com, Bloomberg
The trade deficit in the U.S. unexpectedly narrowed in October as rebounding economies overseas and a weaker dollar pushed exports up for a sixth consecutive month.
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Payrolls in U.S. Decline 11,000; Unemployment at 10%
Published: 12/4/2009 9:09:21 AM
By: TradingEconomics.com, Bloomberg
Employers in the U.S. cut the fewest jobs in November since the recession began and the unemployment rate unexpectedly fell, signaling the recovery is lifting the labor market out of the worst employment slump in the post-World War II era.
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US Economy Still in a Gridlock
Published: 12/2/2009 1:39:42 PM
By: Anna Fedec, contact@tradingeconomics.com
In the third quarter of 2008, United States economy expended 2.5% qoq, indicating that the worst of the recession may be over. Yet, recent data suggests that the recovery is weak and without improvement in the labor market may not be sustainable.
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ADP Says U.S. Companies Cut Estimated 169,000 Jobs
Published: 12/2/2009 9:47:59 AM
By: TradingEconomics.com, Bloomberg
Companies in the U.S. cut an estimated 169,000 jobs in November, according to a private report based on payroll data.
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U.S. Economy Expanded 2.8% in Q3
Published: 11/24/2009 9:11:31 AM
By: TradingEconomics.com, Bloomberg
The U.S. economy expanded at a 2.8 percent annual rate in the third quarter, less than the government reported last month, reflecting a smaller gain in consumer spending and a bigger trade deficit.
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US Debt May Undermine Long Term Growth Prospects
Published: 11/18/2009 9:34:01 PM
By: Anna Fedec, contact@tradingeconomics.com
The United States government has spend trillions of dollars in order to weather the financial crisis. In one hand, the massive fiscal and monetary stimulus has been stimulating the world’s largest economy. But on the other hand it is also likely to undermine long-term growth prospects as the nation will have to take the burden of rising federal deficit and national debt.
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Consumer Prices in U.S. Increased 0.3%
Published: 11/18/2009 9:20:34 AM
By: TradingEconomics.com, Bloomberg
The cost of living in the U.S. rose more than forecast in October as Americans paid more for fuel, while so-called core prices held at a pace that supports the Federal Reserve’s forecast for tame inflation.
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US Trade Deficit Increases by Most Since 1999
Published: 11/13/2009 9:26:43 AM
By: TradingEconomics.com, Bloomberg
The trade deficit in the U.S. widened in September by the most in a decade, reflecting rising demand for imported oil and automobiles as the economy rebounded from the worst recession since the 1930s.
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Unemployment in U.S. Jumps to 10.2%
Published: 11/6/2009 8:38:00 AM
By: TradingEconomics.com, Bloomberg
The unemployment rate in the U.S. soared to a 26-year high of 10.2 percent in October and employers cut more jobs than forecast, underscoring why Federal Reserve policy makers say interest rates will remain low until the labor market recovers.
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Fed Sees Rates Near Zero for Extended Period
Published: 11/4/2009 2:27:06 PM
By: TradingEconomics.com, Reuters, Fed
The U.S. Federal Reserve expressed growing confidence that an economic recovery was building, even though it stuck to its commitment to keep borrowing costs near zero for "an extended period".
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ADP Says U.S. Companies Cut Estimated 203,000 Jobs
Published: 11/4/2009 9:32:22 AM
By: TradingEconomics.com, Bloomberg
Companies in the U.S. cut an estimated 203,000 jobs in October, according to a private report based on payroll data.
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US Economy Still in a Gridlock
Published: 11/2/2009 1:30:06 PM
By: Anna Fedec, contact@tradingeconomics.com
In the third quarter of 2008, United States economy expended 3.5% qoq, indicating that the worst of the recession may be over. However, for number of Americans struggling to find a job and make ends meet, the only sign of health of the economy would be an improvement in labor market.
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US Economy Expands for First Time in a Year
Published: 10/29/2009 9:05:18 AM
By: TradingEconomics.com, Bloomberg
The U.S. economy grew in the third quarter for the first time in more than a year, propelled by stimulus-driven gains in consumer spending and home building.
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Weak Dollar Will Jeopardize the US Economic Recovery
Published: 10/21/2009 4:59:46 PM
By: Anna Fedec, contact@tradingeconomics.com
Although recent data is signaling that the worst for the US economy may be over, the current pace of growth may not be sustainable. First, the poor condition of the labor market is likely to start having an impact on growth in the form of lower consumer spending. Second, the ongoing weakness in the dollar will eventually make it harder for the US government to keep borrowing money from abroad to stimulate the economy.
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Inflation in U.S. Increased at Slower Pace
Published: 10/15/2009 11:35:37 AM
By: TradingEconomics.com, Bloomberg
The cost of living in the U.S. rose at a slower pace in September, showing inflation will not be a threat as the economy emerges from the worst recession since the Great Depression.
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Trade Deficit in U.S. Unexpectedly Narrows
Published: 10/9/2009 10:06:30 AM
By: TradingEconomics.com, Bloomberg
The U.S. trade deficit unexpectedly narrowed in August as exports climbed to the highest level of the year and oil imports plunged.
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US Service Industries Grow for First Time in a Year
Published: 10/5/2009 12:44:50 PM
By: TradingEconomics.com, Bloomberg
U.S. service industries expanded in September for the first time in a year as the emerging recovery spread from housing and factories to the broader economy.
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U.S. Employers Cut More Jobs Than Forecast
Published: 10/2/2009 8:38:04 AM
By: TradingEconomics.com, Bloomberg
Employers cut more jobs than forecast last month and the unemployment rate rose to a 26-year high, calling into question the sustainability of the economic recovery.
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US Economy Shrank 0.7%
Published: 9/30/2009 9:46:54 AM
By: TradingEconomics.com, Bloomberg
The world’s largest economy shrank at a 0.7 percent annual rate from April through June, the best performance in more than a year, revised figures from the Commerce Department showed today in Washington. Gross domestic product contracted at a 6.4 percent pace in the first three months of 2009.
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ADP Says U.S. Companies Cut 254,000 Jobs This Month
Published: 9/30/2009 9:40:01 AM
By: TradingEconomics.com, Bloomberg
Companies in the U.S. cut 254,000 jobs this month, more than forecast, a private report based on payroll data showed today.
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Fed Says Mortgage Purchases to Slow, Sees Stronger Economy
Published: 9/23/2009 2:23:21 PM
By: TradingEconomics.com, Fed
The Federal Reserve on Wednesday said that the U.S. economy was in recovery after a severe downturn and decided to slow purchases of mortgage debt to extend that program's life until the end of next March.
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Fed May Signal U.S. Economic Recovery Has Started
Published: 9/23/2009 10:13:12 AM
By: TradingEconomics.com, Bloomberg
Federal Reserve officials may signal that the U.S. economy has started to recover while maintaining their pledge to keep the benchmark interest rate near a record low for an “extended period.”
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US Inflation Rises
Published: 9/16/2009 9:52:01 AM
By: TradingEconomics.com, Bloomberg
Consumer prices rose 0.4 percent in August, underscoring the Federal Reserve’s view that inflation will be contained.
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Retail Sales in U.S. Jump 2.7%
Published: 9/15/2009 9:11:25 AM
By: TradingEconomics.com, Bloomberg
Sales at U.S. retailers surged in August by the most in three years, led by a jump in auto purchases as consumers took advantage of the government's ''cash- for-clunkers'' program.
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U.S. Trade Deficit Widens Most Since 1999
Published: 9/10/2009 9:27:24 AM
By: TradingEconomics.com, Bloomberg
The U.S. trade deficit widened in July and imports gained by a record in percentage terms as demand for cars, computers and oil increased.
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US Unemployment Rate Rises to 9.7%
Published: 9/4/2009 8:35:45 AM
By: TradingEconomics.com, Bloomberg
The U.S. jobless rate in August jumped to 9.7 percent, the highest since 1983, and employers cut another 216,000 jobs, highlighting threats to consumer spending.
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ADP Says U.S. Companies Decreased Payrolls by 298,000 in August
Published: 9/2/2009 8:52:51 AM
By: TradingEconomics.com, Bloomberg
Companies in the U.S. cut fewer jobs in August as mounting evidence indicated the worst recession since the Great Depression may be ending, a private report based on payroll data showed today.
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US Economy May Be in Gridlock For Longer Than Expected
Published: 8/27/2009 5:30:37 PM
By: Anna Fedec, contact@tradingeconomics.com
During the last few months, both bad and good news have been coming for the US economy. During some days it seems that the worst recession of the last 75 years is over. However, in other days, bad data is released destroying investors’ confidence.
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U.S. Economy Contracted 1%
Published: 8/27/2009 9:11:00 AM
By: TradingEconomics.com, Bloomberg
The U.S. economy contracted less than anticipated in the second quarter as a jump in government spending and smaller cutbacks by consumers helped mitigate a record plunge in inventories.
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Fed to Stop Purchasing US Treasuries. Is it too early?
Published: 8/22/2009 1:32:25 PM
By: Anna Fedec, contact@tradingeconomics.com
In the United States, since the beginning of quantitative easing policy, the Federal Reserve has bought $260bn worth of the Treasuries in order to improve credit conditions. However with the Fed’s buying program almost over, questions arise about the sustainability of the ongoing recovery in financial markets.
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U.S. Initial Jobless Claims Rose to 576,000
Published: 8/20/2009 10:03:59 AM
By: TradingEconomics.com, Bloomberg
More Americans unexpectedly filed claims for jobless benefits last week, indicating companies are trying to cut costs further even as the economy stabilizes. Applications rose to 576,000 in the week ended Aug. 15 from a revised 561,000 the week before, the Labor Department said. The number of people collecting unemployment benefits the week earlier was little changed at 6.24 million.
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U.S. Inflation Unchanged in July
Published: 8/14/2009 9:42:04 AM
By: TradingEconomics.com, Bloomberg
The cost of living in the U.S. was unchanged in July, and dropped by the most since 1950 from a year ago, as the recession sapped companies’ pricing power.
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Fed Says Treasury Buying to End in October
Published: 8/12/2009 2:19:52 PM
By: TradingEconomics.com, Bloomberg, Fed
The Federal Reserve said it will slow the pace of its $300 billion program to buy U.S. Treasuries and anticipates that the full amount will be purchased by the end of October.
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U.S. Trade Gap Widens Less Than Forecast
Published: 8/12/2009 9:39:06 AM
By: TradingEconomics.com, Bloomberg
The U.S. trade deficit widened less than forecast in June, reflecting a second consecutive gain in exports spurred by a pick-up in economies throughout the world.
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Nonfarm Payroll declines 247K in July
Published: 8/7/2009 9:18:15 AM
By: TradingEconomics.com, Bureau of Labor Statistics
Nonfarm payroll employment continued to decline in July (-247,000), and the unemployment rate was little changed at 9.4 percent, the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics reported today.
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ADP Says U.S. Companies Decreased Payrolls by 371,000
Published: 8/5/2009 11:27:30 AM
By: TradingEconomics.com, Bloomberg
Companies in the U.S. cut fewer jobs in July as the worst recession since the Great Depression eased, a private report based on payroll data showed today.
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U.S. Economy’s Contraction Slowed to 1%
Published: 7/31/2009 9:25:37 AM
By: TradingEconomics.com, Bloomberg
The U.S. economy shrank at a better- than forecast 1 percent annual pace in the second quarter as a jump in government spending masked a deeper retrenchment by consumers.
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Is the US Economic Recovery Sustainable?
Published: 7/29/2009 6:41:05 PM
By: Anna Fedec, contact@tradingeconomics.com
A rebound in domestic demand is among the most important pillars of a sustainable recovery. Yet, although it looks like the worst of the recession in the United States is over, at Trading Economics we think that a rising unemployment rate is likely to weaken household spending and temper an upturn in growth, stocks and commodities.
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Fed Should Keep on With Its Expansionary Policy
Published: 7/27/2009 4:05:32 PM
By: Anna Fedec, contact@tradingeconomics.com
Since the beginning of this financial crisis the Federal Reserve has implemented various measures to improve credit availability and fasten the recovery. However, because of the rapid increase in money supply, many investors are beginning to worry about the need to anchor inflation expectation.
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U.S. Consumer Prices Gain 0.7%
Published: 7/15/2009 9:23:53 AM
By: TradingEconomics.com, Bloomberg
The cost of living in the U.S. rose more than forecast in June, led by a jump in energy costs that overshadowed slower price gains for other goods.
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Trade Deficit in U.S. Narrowed in May
Published: 7/10/2009 9:31:49 AM
By: TradingEconomics.com, Bloomberg
The U.S. trade deficit unexpectedly narrowed in May to the lowest level in almost a decade as exports jumped while imports of crude oil and auto parts declined.
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U.S. Economy Will Recover, But Only in 2010
Published: 7/7/2009 1:10:07 PM
By: Anna Fedec, contact@tradingeconomics.com
In the first three months of 2009, the US Gross Domestic Product declined by an annualized rate of 5.5 percent. Yet, although the last two quarters have been the weakest in 51 years, we can see some improvement in the economy.
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U.S. Payrolls Fall More Than Forecast
Published: 7/7/2009 12:14:30 PM
By: TradingEconomics.com, Bloomberg
Employers in the U.S. cut 467,000 jobs in June, the unemployment rate rose and hourly earnings stagnated, offering little evidence the Obama administration’s stimulus package is shoring up the labor marke
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U.S. Economy Shrank 5.5% in Q1
Published: 6/25/2009 9:26:50 AM
By: TradingEconomics.com, Bloomberg
The U.S. economy shrank at a 5.5 percent annual rate in the first quarter, reflecting declines in inventories, housing and business spending that have since eased.
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Fed Leaves Bond Purchases Unchanged
Published: 6/24/2009 2:22:39 PM
By: TradingEconomics.com, Bloomberg
The Federal Reserve left its $1.75 trillion bond-purchase program unchanged and said inflation will remain “subdued for some time.”
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Cost of Living Decreases in the U.S.
Published: 6/17/2009 12:25:25 PM
By: TradingEconomics.com, Bloomberg
The U.S. consumer price index dropped 1.3 percent in the year ended in May, the most since 1950, the Labor Department said today in Washington. Prices increased just 0.1 percent last month, less than anticipated, after no change in April.
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Weak Pound Curbs Fall in UK Inflation
Published: 6/16/2009 8:30:20 AM
By: Tradingeconomics.com, Financial Times
Inflation fell in May to its lowest since the beginning of 2008, but remained higher than most economists expected.
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U.S. Trade Gap Widened in April
Published: 6/10/2009 8:56:08 AM
By: Tradingeconomics.com, Bloomberg
The U.S. trade deficit widened in April for a second month as exports dropped to the lowest level in almost three years, offering little sign of an end to the worst global recession in the post-World War II era.
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The U.S. Economy Will Recover, But Only in 2010
Published: 6/9/2009 4:26:12 PM
By: Anna Fedec, contact@tradingeconomics.com
In the first three months of 2009, the U.S. gross domestic product declined by an annualized rate of 5.7 per cent. And although the last two quarters had been the weakest period in 51 years in United States economy, recently we can see some improvements.
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Job Losses in the U.S. Slow
Published: 6/5/2009 8:39:26 AM
By: Tradingeconomics.com, Bloomberg
The U.S. lost fewer jobs in May than forecast, even as the unemployment rate surged to 9.4% because more people joined the labor force, reinforcing signs the recession is starting to abate.
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ADP Estimates U.S. Companies Cut Payrolls by 532,000 in May
Published: 6/3/2009 8:34:29 AM
By: TradingEconomics.com, Bloomberg
Companies in the U.S. cut an estimated 532,000 workers from payrolls in May as the labor market showed little sign of improving even as the recession abated, a private report showed today.
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