The numbers: The trade deficit in goods widened 7.7% in October to a five-month high of $99 billion, as a strong dollar and weakening global economy dented U.S. exports. The trade Read more
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U.S. durable-goods orders rise in September but momentum is fading leading to talk of recession
The numbers: Orders at U.S. factories for long-lasting goods rose 0.4% in September, the Commerce Department said Thursday. It was the sixth increase in the last seven months and was Read more
Durable-goods orders jump in September led by aircraft orders
The numbers: Orders at U.S. factories for long-lasting goods rose 0.4% in September. It was the sixth increase in the last seven months and was fueled by strong orders for Read more
U.S. trade deficit in goods shrinks fifth month in a row. Strong dollar dings exports
The numbers: The U.S. trade deficit in goods narrowed for the fifth month in a row to $87.4 billion, reflecting reduced demand for imports and the negative effects of a strong Read more
U.S. trade deficit in goods shrinks fifth month in a row. Strong dollar dings exports
The numbers: The U.S. trade deficit in goods narrowed for the fifth month in a row to $87.4 billion, reflecting reduced demand for imports and the negative effects of a strong Read more
Dick’s Sporting Goods to hire 9,000 workers for the holidays
Dick’s Sporting Goods Inc. DKS, +0.21% said Monday it plans to hire up to 9,000 seasonal associates for the 2022 holiday season. In 2021, the company said it would hire Read more
U.S. trade deficit in goods sinks 9.7% in July, inventories rise
WASHINGTON (MarketWatch) – An early look at U.S. trade patterns in July showed a 9.7% decline in the nation’s trade deficit. The trade gap in goods – services are excluded Read more
U.S. trade deficit in goods narrows for third straight month in June
The numbers: The U.S. trade deficit in goods narrowed 5.6% to $98.2 billion in June, according to the Commerce Department’s advanced estimate released Wednesday. After jumping in May, the deficit Read more
Amazon Prime Day: Americans bought electronics, household goods amid inflation
While some of the most hyped Amazon Prime Day deals were for consumer electronics like Apple AirPods AAPL and Alexa-enabled smart home devices, many Americans used the two-day sale to Read more