Economy added 638,000 jobs in October, unemployment fell to 6.9% as coronavirus cases surged across the U.S..
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Dow on track for best week since April as election rally gains steam
The Dow gained more than 500 points Thursday, extending the week’s rally amid the prospect of a Biden presidency and split Congress.
Dow jumps nearly 600 points as election hangs in balance on prospect of mixed results, split government
Dow jumps 600 points on prospect of mixed election results that would limit stimulus but also likelihood of higher taxes and more regulations
Trump or Biden: Who would boost growth, restore jobs faster? Here’s an Election Day guide on the economy
Before you vote for president this Election Day, here’s a look at who would recover jobs lost during the COVID-19 pandemic quicker – Trump or Biden.
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Home prices are held down by COVID-19 in big cities while climbing sharply in less crowded areas
Big cities like New York are struggling with falling prices during COVID-19. But values in less populated Phoenix and Charlotte are holding up.
Fed’s Jerome Powell: Risks of Congress passing inadequate stimulus more dire than those of “overdoing it”
Fed Chair Powell says risks of passing a stimulus that’s too small are more dire than a package that’s excessive. A large relief measure will strengthen recovery.
Stock futures rise amid news of Trump’s improvement in COVID-19 fight
Stock futures rise on optimistic reports about Trump’s COVID-19 battle.
Another 787,000 workers seek unemployment as layoffs continue amid COVID-19 crisis
Another 787,000 workers file initial jobless claims as businesses continue to lay off large numbers of workers amid COVID-19 pandemic
Trump says economic recovery is V-shaped, Biden says it’s a K. Who’s right and what does it mean?
In Tuesday’s debate, Trump said the economic recovery is V-shaped while Biden said it’s a K. Who’s right and what do the letters mean anyway?