Economic growth, consumer spending rises 3% in second quarter
Gross domestic product rose at an annual rate of 3% in the second quarter of 2024, showing economic growth and increased consumer spending, according to a report.
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Zelenskyy oversees economic recovery deal at Scranton ammo plant
(The Center Square) – A new plan formalized Sunday means Pennsylvania will support economic recovery efforts in southeastern Ukraine.
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Experts: Proposed Sixers arena economic impact report lacks credibility
(The Center Square) – Philadelphia Mayor Cherelle Parker released four reports on the impact of a new Sixers arena in Center City this week, but economic experts say... Read More.
Pittsburgh struggling to regain economic footing after pandemic
(The Center Square) — Though Pittsburgh lags behind comparable cities, it does have some bright spots.
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Committee to Unleash Prosperity: Trump economic policies better for the average worker
“Bad economics and weak leadership lead to war,” said Arthur Laffer, a former economic advisor to Ronald Reagan. Donald Trump is our “greatest safety to avoid a third... Read More.
Everyday Economics: Latest economic data could send yields even lower this week
Although wages are still rising rapidly, the latest inflation report – the Consumer Price Index – showed inflation easing faster than anticipated.
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Fed Chair Powell grilled over inflation and other economic issues
Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell was grilled over the current state of the U.S. economy during a hearing in front of Congress on Tuesday. The hearing covered rising... Read More.
Fed Chair Powell grilled over inflation and other economic issues at congress
Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell was grilled over the current state of the United States economy during a hearing in front of Congress on Tuesday. The hearing covered... Read More.
Trump, Biden defend economic records on debate stage
Democratic President Joe Biden and former President Donald Trump sparred over the economy but gave few specific details about how they plan to handle spending, taxation, inflation and... Read More.
No surprise: New York ranks dead last for economic outlook
(The Center Square) — New York has maintained its place at the bottom of a nationwide ranking on the economic outlook, according to a new report, which faults... Read More.
Report: States with low taxes, fewer restrictions tops for economic outlook
States with lower tax rates, lower debt and fewer government restrictions generally have stronger economic outlooks, according to the latest report that ranks states from best to worst... Read More.
Pittsburghs economic doldrums persist despite low unemployment
(The Center Square ) — Pennsylvania has struggled to reverse population losses in much of the state – this despite its low unemployment rate.
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