Trump seizes on Fed rate cut to open new line of attack on economy
US Fed rate cut is 'very positive sign' for economy: Yellen
Stock Market Today: Dow finishes above 42,000 for first time in history after Fed's big rate cut
The tech-heavy Nasdaq Composite was leading the other two major U.S. stock-market indexes higher. The Nasdaq was up 467 points, or 2.7%, near 18,043, according to FactSet data. If those gains hold, the Nasdaq would log its best daily gain since it rose 2.
What Would Harris’ ‘Opportunity Economy’ Look Like?
The Big Take DC podcast explores what a Harris presidency could mean for everything from domestic taxes to global trade.
'Keep the economy going well': What the rate cut means for the election
The Fed announced it will cut interest rates by half a point, its first cut since 2020, making mortgage payments and credit card bills more affordable for Americans. How will the big economic news affect the presidential race?
Federal Reserve Set To Cut Interest Rates, Potentially Boosting Economy Before Election
But the Fed faces a big decision about how much to cut in its quest to achieve a “soft landing” after years of inflation.
Slower inflation is boosting Americans’ attitudes toward the economy
Americans are feeling a greater sense of optimism about the US economy this month, thanks to slower inflation. Voters also see a greater likelihood that Vice President Kamala Harris will defeat former President Donald Trump in the upcoming November election.
Are Voters Feeling Better About the Economy?
After another tumultuous weekend in the presidential campaign, Americans are still largely focused on their finances, new surveys show. That could give an edge to Vice President Kamala Harris.
Economy, Gaza, and political civility: 5 takeaways from Kamala Harris’ interview with NABJ
Vice President Kamala Harris sat for a nearly 45-minute interview with the National Association of Black Journalists.
Harris talks economy, Trump comments about immigrants in Ohio in NABJ event
Vice President Harris spoke at a discussion hosted by the National Association of Black Journalists in Philadelphia on Tuesday, weeks after former President Trump questioned her racial identity at a separate event with NABJ members.
JD Vance, Trump's running mate, addresses economy, immigration at NC rally
The state is getting lots of political attention. After recent visits from Kamala Harris and Tim Walz, JD Vance rallied in Raleigh on Wednesday.
In battleground NC, JD Vance rallies supporters on immigration and economy
The Trump campaign is attempting to shore up support in North Carolina after seeing a drop in the polls once Harris became the Democratic nominee.
Harris-Trump debate: What to watch for on the economy
Harris has closed the gap with Trump on who would handle the economy better, new report says
Harris is quickly gaining on Trump when it comes to the economy. Here’s why
Inflation has slowed, but the economy remains a big issue for voters in picking a president
Inflation hit a three-year low last month, just as the presidential election is heating up. But the high cost of housing and other necessities will keep the economy central to both of the major campaigns,