The U.S. economy鈥檚 first-quarter growth was less tepid than previously reported, as consumer spending and trade added more to expansion.
June 29, 2017Government
Jobless Claims Tick Up as Labor Market Remains Tight
The U.S. labor market still is signaling progress even with an increase in filings for unemployment benefits the week of June 19.
June 29, 2017Government
Narrower Trade Gap May Boost Growth Pace in Second Quarter
The narrower U.S. merchandise trade deficit and increases in inventories may boost analysts鈥 tracking estimates of economic growth this quarter.
June 29, 2017Government
Senate Panel to Vote on Nominee for Top Policy Post at U.S. DOT
The nominee to manage policy directives at the U.S. Department of Transportation will get a vote from the Senate Commerce Committee on June 29, the panel announced this week.
June 28, 2017Government
House Advances Bills To Help Veterans Access CDLs
Legislation aimed at making it easier for veterans to access commercial driver licenses was passed by the U.S. House on June 26.
June 28, 2017GovernmentBusiness
Steady 91视频-Price Gains in 20 US Cities Show Weak Inventory
Sustained increases for home prices in 20 U.S. cities in April indicate the housing industry is juggling stable demand with a shortage of inventory.
June 28, 2017GovernmentBusiness
Consumer Confidence Unexpectedly Rises
An unexpected rebound in U.S. consumer confidence reflects a buoyant labor market and improved business conditions.
June 28, 2017GovernmentBusiness
IMF Cuts US Economy Outlook, Calls Trump's Growth Target Unlikely
The International Monetary Fund cut its outlook for the U.S. economy, removing assumptions of President Donald Trump鈥檚 plans to cut taxes and boost infrastructure spending to spur growth.
June 28, 2017GovernmentBusiness
Wisconsin DOT Gets Corporate Sponsor
The Wisconsin Department of Transportation announced June 26 that it has sold corporate sponsorship of the department鈥檚 roadside assistance services to insurance giant State Farm.
June 28, 2017GovernmentSafety
Safety Scoring System 'Conceptually Sound,' But Needs Improvement, Report Says
The federal Compliance, Safety, Accountability program鈥檚 controversial Safety Measurement System to identify motor carriers at high risk for future crashes is 鈥渃onceptually sound鈥 but several features need improvement, according to a new congressionally mandated report by a panel of the National Academies of Sciences, Engineering and Medicine.
June 28, 2017