U.S. Economy Set to Surge in 2026 as AI and Local Manufacturing Lead the Way
Generally speaking, I think what’s super exciting is the technology is expanding, new companies are being formed, and the potential of this technology deployed into the enterprise can be very, very powerful. So, it’s an exciting time.Inflation & Prices
Dollar Rebounds as U.S. Inflation Data Steadies Markets Amid Fed Scrutiny
With inflation data offering few surprises, traders shifted focus to rate expectations and near-term policy stability, lifting the U.S. currency again...U.S. SMEs Grapple with Inflation and Geopolitical Challenges Amid Fed Rate Deliberations
With Israel and Palestine having agreed on the Gaza Peace Deal, oil prices in the global market softened further on Thursday as US markets opened.
Employment & Labour Markets
U.S. Jobless Claims Fall Beyond Forecasts, Layoffs Remain Contained
Many employers have held back on layoffs in part because of the difficulty they experienced filling positions in prior years, indicating that the labo...Jomo Kenyatta International Airport Faces Flight Delays as Aviation Workers Strike
Ground staff worked extended hours to rebook travelers and manage queues, though uncertainty persisted as the strike continued.
Small Businesses in Minneapolis Struggle as Federal Activity Disrupts Local Economy
The slowdown affecting neighborhood shops is beginning to show wider consequences for the regional economy, which local groups estimate at about $350 billion.
Fiscal Policy
Another Government Shutdown Looms and What It Means for Travelers
Because TSA and FAA personnel are part of the shutdown funding discussions, a lapse in funding can translate into real travel delays.Government Initiatives
U.S. Department of Labor Launches ‘Make America AI-Ready’ Initiative
The ‘Make America AI-Ready’ initiative is designed to ensure every American worker has the chance to learn foundational skills so they can benefit fro...Turkey Proposes Social Media Ban for Under-15s as Youth Safety Debate Intensifies
Under the draft legislation, social media companies would be required to implement age verification...Germany Plans 35 Billion Euro Investment in Military Space Innovation
German leaders see space as a domain where competition is intensifying and where capabilities must o...