Tag: economy
Despite Struggles, Economy Grows Faster Than Expected in Q4
The U.S. economy grew at a faster pace in the fourth quarter than previously expected. The revised 1.4 percent increase is higher than the...
Federal Reserve Chair Cautious About Economy
Speaking before Congress yesterday, Federal Reserve Chair Janet Yellen signaled the central bank’s careful approach to future interest-rate increases, pointing to the accumulating risks...
Strong Dollar Impacts U.S. Tourism
By all indications, the dollar will remain strong for the foreseeable future, which means that it will continue to create headwinds for foreign visitors...
Could the Economy Tank in 2016?
Last month, the Federal Reserve raised short-term interest rates for the first time in nearly a decade as the unemployment rate continues to decline....
Impact of Volatile Global Stock Markets on U.S. Economy
After a six-and-a-half year bull run, the U.S. stock market experienced a dramatic correction over six trading days in late August. It was quick...