April 2026 CPI: Inflation increased in April due to the war in Iran affecting energy costs
Jonathan Corpina, a senior managing partner at Meridian Equity Partners, discusses how recent developments regarding Iran and OpenAI have ignited market tensions on “The Claman Countdown.” This is an evolving article focusing on the April 2026 CPI Inflation Report, and it will be updated as new details emerge. Inflation rates have surged. In April, consumer […]
Home sales hardly change in April as the spring buying season begins on a disappointing note.
U.S. Home Sales Stagnate in April In April, existing home sales in the U.S. showed minimal change, reflecting a lackluster trend during what is usually the peak season for real estate. According to the National Association of Realtors, home sales experienced a slight increase of 0.2% from March, reaching a seasonally adjusted annual rate of […]
U.S. economy gained 115,000 jobs in April, almost twice what was anticipated
U.S. Job Growth Surprises Analysts In April, the U.S. economy recorded the addition of 115,000 jobs, significantly surpassing the London Stock Exchange’s projection of just 62,000. The unemployment rate remains steady at 4.3%, according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS). The BLS noted that the unemployment rate has not changed since March, with about […]
April 2026 jobs update: US economy saw consistent job growth
The panel on “Morning with Maria” plans to delve into market trends, the implications of Spirit Airlines’ bankruptcy, and the strength of the U.S. economy. Details regarding the employment statistics for April 2026 are still being finalized and will be updated soon. In April, the U.S. economy saw a moderate job growth, despite some uncertainty […]
Strong Job Growth: U.S. Economy Added 115,000 Jobs in April, Double What Was Anticipated
U.S. Job Growth Remains Steady in April The U.S. economy saw an increase of 115,000 jobs in April, while the unemployment rate stayed constant at 4.3%. This suggests that economic momentum is persisting. Experts had initially forecasted a much lower addition of 55,000 jobs, and it seems the unemployment rate was anticipated to hold steady […]
Stock futures remain steady as traders watch U.S.-Iran events; April jobs report approaches: Live updates
Market Update: U.S. Stock Futures Decline Amid U.S.-Iran Tensions Traders at the New York Stock Exchange are seeing a tense atmosphere as futures for U.S. stocks dipped Thursday night. There’s a notable focus on escalating tensions between the U.S. and Iran, along with anticipation for upcoming employment data for April. Specifically, S&P 500 and Nasdaq […]
Private sector creates 109,000 jobs in April
Vice President of AI, Hannah Calhoun, recently spoke on Morning with Maria about the impact of artificial intelligence on the job market, noting that around 300 million jobs worldwide are at risk of disruption. According to a report from payroll processing firm ADP, private sector employment in the U.S. saw an increase of 109,000 jobs […]
Kentucky man charged with abducting and murdering mother of three April Arnett before hiding the body
Kentucky Man Set for Trial Over Alleged Kidnapping and Murder A man from Kentucky is facing trial next year on charges related to the kidnapping and murder of a woman seven years ago. Authorities say he wrapped her body and concealed it under a trailer before abandoning it beside a road. As reported by WKYT, […]
Bitcoin rose in April, but low buyer interest puts the rally at risk.
Bitcoin Boosts in April Amid Mixed Signals According to Cryptoquant, a cryptocurrency data analytics firm, Bitcoin experienced a significant rise in April, although the overall trend could be unstable. The cryptocurrency surged by 12.7% during the month, marking its best performance since April 2025, following five months of losses. There was a modest increase of […]
Silver price update for Thursday, April 30, 2026
As of 8:30 a.m. ET today, silver was priced at $73.74 per ounce. This marks a rise of $1.31 since yesterday and over $41 from a year ago. Historic Silver Performance Silver isn’t typically seen as a ticket to dramatic returns. Over time, it tends to underperform compared to the stock market. Since 1921, silver’s […]