Shares of several casual dining chains declined in recent trading, reflecting ongoing investor unease about household spending on discretionary items like restaurant meals. A broad group...
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October 31, 2026
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Some economists warn of U.S. recession risk in 2027, but forecasts vary widely
A group of economists has put forward a bearish outlook for the U.S. economy and stock market over the next year or two, predicting a potential...
Fed Rate Decision and Retail Sales Data Headline a Busy Week for Markets
Investors are bracing for a packed economic calendar, with a Federal Reserve interest-rate decision and a fresh reading on consumer spending set to arrive in the...
Dollar General Faces Earnings Test as K-Shaped Economy Weighs on Low-Income Shoppers
Dollar General is heading into its latest quarterly earnings report with Wall Street in a cautious mood, as concerns grow that a widening gap between higher-...