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The double squeeze on America's wallet
Consumer spending is slowing while the Federal Reserve raises rates. Together, they could squeeze the US economy hard.
Business Insider · 3m

U.S. Economy Grew Faster Than Expected in Q2
U.S. economy expanded at 2.2% annualized rate in Q2, beating forecasts.
Fox Business · 1m

U.S. economy shifts to AI spending milestone
AI investment now outpaces housing spending in U.S. economy
Fortune · 1m

Fed raises rates for first time since 2023
The Federal Reserve hikes interest rates by 25 basis points despite Trump's opposition, signaling more increases ahead.
Malay Mail · 2m

AI's wobbly house of cards is about to collapse
The US economy is dangerously dependent on AI spending, and a slowdown could trigger a financial crisis.
Futurism · 1m

Diesel hits record highs as Iran war squeezes supply
The fuel that powers trucking, farming and heating is at all-time prices with no relief in sight.
The Conversation · 2m

McCarthy's debt ceiling gamble threatens US economy
House Speaker Kevin McCarthy must control his party's hardliners to prevent economic disaster in debt ceiling negotiations.
CNN · 1m

Fed raises rates despite Trump's fierce opposition
The Federal Reserve hiked interest rates to fight inflation, defying the president's demands for cuts.
BBC News · 1m · 6 views

Borrowing costs rise as Fed hikes rates again
The Federal Reserve's latest rate increase will make mortgages, auto loans, and credit cards more expensive for Americans.
The Conversation · 1m