Scott Horsley appears in the following:
Federal Reserve Says A Slow In Manufacturing Is 1 Reason It Cut Interest Rates
Thursday, August 01, 2019
Manufacturing has slowed amid global uncertainty. That's one of the reasons the Federal Reserve gave for cutting interest rates this week.
Fed Cuts Interest Rates For 1st Time Since 2008
Wednesday, July 31, 2019
The quarter-point cut signals growing concern at the Federal Reserve about a slowdown in the economy amid the trade war with China. The Fed last cut rates in 2008 and raised them as late as December.
As U.S.-China Trade Talks Resume, A Deal Remains Uncertain
Monday, July 29, 2019
U.S. trade negotiators are in Shanghai for talks with their Chinese counterparts this week, but there appears to be little pressure for a settlement in the year-old conflict.
This Economic Theory Could Be Used To Pay For The Green New Deal
Wednesday, July 17, 2019
Liberal Democrats have embraced an obscure brand of economics — "modern monetary theory" — to make the case for deficit-financed government programs like the Green New Deal for clean energy and jobs.
Trump Taps Health Care Expert As Acting Top White House Economist
Monday, July 15, 2019
President Trump had been expected to nominate Tomas Philipson as permanent chair of his Council of Economic Advisers. Philipson, an expert on health economics, succeeds Kevin Hassett.
Data Shows U.S. Trade Gap With China Widened During Month Of June
Friday, July 12, 2019
President Trump promoted his trade agenda in Wisconsin on Friday, as new data shows a widening trade deficit with China.
Fed Chairman Powell Hints At Interest Rate Cut; Stocks Rally
Wednesday, July 10, 2019
The Federal Reserve chairman is testifying before Congress this week about challenges the economy faces. Stocks rallied in anticipation the central bank will lower interest rates later this month.
Taking Stock Of The June Jobs Numbers
Saturday, July 06, 2019
According to the Labor Department, employers added 224,000 jobs in June, despite a disappointing May. The strong job market could reduce pressure on the Federal Reserve to cut interest rates.
Labor Department Says U.S. Employers Added 224,000 Jobs In June
Friday, July 05, 2019
The U.S. job market picked up steam in June. Employers added 224,000 jobs, more than triple May's numbers. The unemployment rate inched up to 3.7% as more workers entered the job market.
June Jobs Numbers Rebound
Friday, July 05, 2019
U.S. employers added 224,000 new jobs in June. That's far more than many analysts were expecting and marks a rebound after a disappointing May.
Hiring Rebounds In June As Employers Add 224,000 Jobs
Friday, July 05, 2019
Job growth rebounded strongly last month as employers added 224,000 jobs. That followed a disappointing May when employers added just 72,000 jobs.
Trump Names 2 New Candidates For Federal Reserve Board
Wednesday, July 03, 2019
President Trump has picked two more candidates for the Federal Reserve Board. One, Judy Shelton, has some unconventional views on monetary policy.
Trump Administration Threatens Tariffs On $25 Billion Worth Of European Imports
Tuesday, July 02, 2019
President Trump called a truce in his trade war with China. But another tariff battle is brewing — this time with Europe. It could affect prices for imported cheese, olives and pasta.
After G-20 Summit, Trump Holds Talks With North Korea's Leader
Monday, July 01, 2019
President Trump is the first U.S. president to set foot in North Korea, and says the U.S. and North Korea will soon begin denuclearization talks. And, the U.S. and China will resume trade talks.
G20 Summit: Trump, Xi Agree To Renew Trade Talks
Saturday, June 29, 2019
President Trump is in South Korea Saturday to meet with President Moon Jae-in. But his Asia trip is also marked by a potential visit to the Demilitarized Zone and a ceasefire on tariffs with China.
U.S. And China Agree To Restart Trade Talks
Saturday, June 29, 2019
The U.S. will hold off another round of tariffs on Chinese goods. The two countries agreed to restart trade talks after President Trump and Chinese President Xi met during the G-20 summit in Japan.
Trump Holds Off On More China Tariffs; 2 Sides Agree To Restart Trade Talks
Saturday, June 29, 2019
President Trump said the two countries would "continue the negotiation." He said the U.S. would keep existing tariffs in place, but would not impose new tariffs on Chinese imports.
Trump Tweets An Invitation To North Korea's Kim — Meet In the DMZ?
Friday, June 28, 2019
President Trump is in Japan for the G-20 economic summit, but will head for South Korea on Saturday. He asked Kim Jong Un to shake hands in the demilitarized zone between the Koreas.
President Trump Meets With Russian President Vladimir Putin At G20 Summit
Friday, June 28, 2019
President Trump met with Japanese Prime Minister Shinzo Abe and Russian President Vladimir Putin, among other world leaders, on the sidelines of the G20 Summit in Osaka, Japan
Trump Tempers His Tone After Arriving At G-20 Summit In Osaka
Friday, June 28, 2019
President Trump highlighted the positive during a series of meetings at the G-20 summit in Japan. Setting aside complaints about unfair trade, the president cheered stronger ties with U.S. allies.