US economy9 hrs agoTrump says Canada wants 'benefits' of being US state after trade talks collapseCanada's PM said he was "reluctantly" announcing retaliatory tariffs and accused the US of starting a trade war.9 hrs ago2 days agoWatch: How does the US national debt affect consumers around the world?The debt has more than doubled in a decade to reach a milestone $40tn (£29.4tn), Treasury figures show.2 days ago2 days agoUS borrowing costs rise as attempts to ease rates prove short-livedEconomists said there were ongoing concerns over the level of borrowing as national debt passed $40tn.2 days ago3 days agoWhy the US economy is ringing alarm bellsThe US hit a debt milestone this week, but just how worried should we be about the world's largest economy?3 days ago4 days agoUS national debt passes $40tn after doubling in a decadeIt comes after the interest rate on 30-year bonds reached the highest level in almost 20 years.4 days ago7 Aug 2026Surprise fall in US jobs last month as slow summer continuesAnalysts had expected an uptick in the number of jobs created, but the number of roles fell by 23,000 in July. 7 Aug 20265 Aug 2026US beef prices have soared but farmers aren't making more moneyThe meat has never been more expensive, due to supply shortages, but there's a big squeeze on profits.5 Aug 202630 Jul 2026US economic growth sees surprise slowdown in second quarterThe economy grew at an annual rate of 1.5% in the three months to June, down from 2.1% seen in the previous quarter.30 Jul 202629 Jul 2026'No magic wand' to tackle high prices, Fed boss says as US interest rates heldThe Federal Reserve's decision, which was broadly expected, means rates remain between the 3.5% and 3.75%.29 Jul 2026...
