US economy showed cracks before Iran war sent oil soaring
WASHINGTON — The highly resilient U.S. economy was already showing signs of strain even before the launch of the Iran...
US inflation February steady before Iran war energy spike
KANSAS CITY — Inflation remained stubbornly elevated last month as gas prices rose, but it’s a snapshot of consumer prices...
Oil prices jump 5% as Iran attacks shake global markets
Markets on Wall Street retreated and oil prices jumped another 5% again early Thursday as the war in Iran approached...
Trump tariffs replacement plan begins with trade probe
WASHINGTON — The Trump administration on Wednesday opened a new trade investigation into manufacturing in foreign countries — an effort...
Strategic oil reserves debate grows amid Iran war
NEW YORK — A widening war in Iran has halted oil tankers, made targets of refineries and spooked investors worried...
Calm returns to Wall Street as oil prices retreat below $90 per barrel
Trading steadied early Tuesday and crude prices eased after wild swings this week with investors trying to figure out how...
War with Iran delivers another shock to the global economy
WASHINGTON — The war with Iran is doing collateral damage to the world economy. The conflict is driving up energy and...
US jobless claims remain steady at 213000 last week
WASHINGTON — The number of Americans applying for unemployment benefits last week was unchanged from the week before, a sign...
Judge rules companies are entitled to refunds for Trump tariffs overturned by the Supreme Court
WASHINGTON — In a defeat for the Trump administration, a federal judge in New York ruled Wednesday that companies that...
Energy prices surge as tanker disruptions and facility shutdowns rattle global supply
FRANKFURT, Germany — Energy prices rose sharply Monday as disruptions to tanker traffic through the Strait of Hormuz and damage...