How a Rainy November in Yuma Contributed to Rising Inflation in February
Rising Inflation Signs Tied to Weather in Yuma, Arizona This week, what appeared to be a new indication of increasing inflation may have roots in Yuma, Arizona, from a few months ago. Renowned as America’s winter lettuce capital, Yuma provides about 90 percent of the leafy greens consumed in the U.S. and Canada between November […]
Apple News criticized for increasing coverage by conservative sources from 0% to 2% in February: ‘Damage control’
Last month, less than 2% of the top stories on Apple News came from right-leaning news outlets, which, while a slight improvement from 0% the previous month, was seen by a conservative watchdog as merely “damage control” amid concerns over possible federal scrutiny for media bias. Reports revealed that Apple faced criticism when a Media […]
Median rent in the US reaches a four-year low in February
The Big Money Show delves into the topics of mortgage rates, property taxes, and the challenges home sellers are currently facing. In February, rental prices showed some easing, with various metropolitan areas recording noticeable declines. The national median asking rent reached its lowest point in four years. Research from Realtor.com indicates that the median asking […]
Fox News Digital leads news brands in February for the 60th straight month
Fox News Leads Digital Engagement in February In February, Fox News Digital reaffirmed its dominance in the media landscape, garnering over 3.5 billion minutes of viewing time. This marked the 60th consecutive month leading all news brands and broadcast networks, as reported by ComScore. Additionally, it captured more than 1.7 billion multi-platform views, outpacing competitors […]
Industrial Production Exceeded Predictions in February as Surge in Capital Spending Persists
U.S. Industrial Production Sees Steady Growth In February, U.S. industrial production increased for the fourth month in a row, as reported by the Federal Reserve on Monday. Both manufacturing and mining output saw gains for the second consecutive month, which was better than what many economists had predicted. The headline figures might downplay the underlying […]
February 2026 employment update: US economy lost 92,000 jobs, significantly under projections
In February, the U.S. economy surprisingly lost jobs, with employers cutting 92,000 positions amid growing economic uncertainty. This figure sharply contrasts with the expectations of economists, who had anticipated a gain of 59,000 jobs. February 2026 Employment Report Highlights The Labor Department released a report indicating a 4.4% unemployment rate, slightly above the 4.3% predicted. […]
February jobs report: CEO cautions that invisible AI layoffs are excluding workers
Job Losses and the Impact of AI February’s job report shows a loss of 92,000 positions, sparking concerns from Andrew Crapuchets, the CEO of RedBalloon. He believes the issue runs deeper than just the figures; it reflects a troubling trend in the job market. Crapuchets highlighted that many layoffs may be happening behind the scenes […]
February data reveals that wage increases surpass inflation.
Economic Update: Wages and Job Market Insights Kevin Hassett, the Director of the National Economic Council, shared his favorable view on President Trump’s recent State of the Union address during a segment on Kudlow. The latest employment report from the Department of Labor reveals that wage increases for American workers are outpacing inflation significantly. According […]
Inflation remained stable in February, but the war in Iran could rise prices again.
Even though inflation seemed stable in February before the war with Iran, there’s concern among economists that the conflict might lead to an energy crisis, which could complicate the Federal Reserve’s plans to lower interest rates. The Consumer Price Index climbed 2.4% in February compared to the previous year, matching January’s rate of increase, as […]
February 2026 CPI: Inflation stayed consistent while still exceeding the Fed’s goal
Inflation remained elevated in February as consumer prices continued to surpass the Federal Reserve’s target interest rate, which sparked concerns about affordability among policymakers. On Wednesday, the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics reported that the Consumer Price Index (CPI), which tracks the prices of everyday items like gasoline, groceries, and rent, increased by 0.3% month-over-month […]