Economy of the United States

This Map Breaks Down The Average Credit Score In Every State

Despite financial challenges from the coronavirus pandemic, average credit scores actually went up in 2020.
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U.S. Hiring Slows For 3rd Month But Jobless Rate Falls To 7.9%

The latest data offers voters a final look at the most important barometer of the U.S. economy before the Nov. 3 presidential election.
By Christopher Rugaber, AP

U.S. Economy Unlikely To Recover As Rapidly As It Collapsed

The 2020 election likely will take place as the world’s largest economy is still attempting to climb back from the deadly outbreak.
By Josh Boak, AP

Donald Trump Again Insists China Pays His Tariffs

“I think our tariffs are very good for us,” he said hours after the Federal Reserve chairman warned that "trade policy uncertainty" is rattling the U.S. economy.
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'Sorry To Interrupt Your Campaign Speech': Chris Wallace Dings Larry Kudlow In Interview

"There is clearly a stark income inequality in this country," the Fox News host told the White House chief economic adviser.
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Ex-Labor Secretary's Dire Warning About Economy: 'Recoveries Don’t Go Forever'

Robert Reich warned, "you could easily find the American economy in a recession, certainly before the election."
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How Trump's Mexico Threat Could Backfire

The President's vow to impose new tariffs on Mexican imports risks sabotaging trade deals and the U.S. economy.
By Paul Wiseman, AP