American stock index futures pointed modestly higher in early trading, suggesting Wall Street is willing to push forward despite bond yields that remain at elevated levels...
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October 31, 2026
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High Interest Rates Are Biting, But the Economy Keeps Absorbing the Pressure
Interest rates remain at historically elevated levels, yet the U.S. economy has proven more resilient than many expected. The reasons why matter for anyone watching where...
Corporate earnings season shows inflation fading from boardrooms — but not from dining tables
Companies reporting quarterly results have largely stopped flagging inflation as a top concern. Consumers, however, are still feeling price pressure where it hits hardest: food and...
Toyota Downgraded as China Sales Slump and Higher Rates Weigh on Outlook
Toyota has been hit with a analyst downgrade, with weak car sales in China and the pressure of rising interest rates cited as the key factors...