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91ÊÓƵ prices in 20 U.S. cities rose less than projected in May from a year earlier, signaling both buyers and sellers had the potential to benefit during the busy selling season, according to S&P CoreLogic Case-Shiller data reported July 26.

The cost of living in the U.S. rose in June, propelled by a rebound in fuel prices and sustained gains in rents that are driving inflation closer to the Federal Reserve’s goal.

The U.S. trade deficit widened in May by the most in nearly a year as exports fell and a pickup in domestic demand led to more imports of consumer goods and industrial materials.

The number of Americans who applied for unemployment benefits during the week ended June 25 rose to a level that’s still consistent with steady improvement in the labor market.

The world’s largest economy expanded more than previously projected in the first quarter as improved performance in trade and business investment more than made up for weaker consumer spending.

The cost of living in the U.S., excluding food and fuel, rose in May, propelled by rising rents.

The rebound in fuel costs pushed up U.S. wholesale prices in May for a second month, overshadowing a drop in pricing power more broadly that signals inflation will take time to move toward the Federal Reserve’s goal.

U.S. manufacturing production rose in April for the first time in three months, indicating a respite for the industry after a one-year slump, a Federal Reserve report showed May 17.