The U.S. economy chugs into the new year in stronger shape than many forecasters had expected. But Americans remain wary about the high cost of living.

The latest data means 2025 saw the weakest annual job growth since 2003, with just 584,000 jobs added last year.

The Labor Department released the December jobs report, which showed the U.S. economy added jobs at a modest pace to close ...

Hiring slowed more than expected in December, a sluggish end to what was one of the weakest years of job growth in decades, a dynamic that further amplified America’s affordability crisis.

PHOENIX — A new analysis from Moody's Analytics reveals the United States economy is experiencing uneven growth patterns, with nearly half of all states either at risk of recession or already ...

The US economy added 50,000 jobs in December, according to Labor Department data published Friday, amid broader concerns about the cooling job market as out-of-work Americans struggle to land roles.

The December Capitol Hill gathering points to several converging trends that will likely define the 2025-2026 economic landscape.