Employers added 29,000 jobs in September, missing economic forecasts

Unemployment ticked up to 4.2% in September, while employers pulled back on hiring amid economic headwinds.

• 4h ago

U.S. layoffs drop nearly 40% in 2026 to 4-year low, new data shows

Hiring plans are up 3% so far this year, signaling the labor market remains resilient, experts say.

• Oct 1

Grocery prices are stressing Americans out

Mounting food costs are stressing Americans out more than any other financial pressure, a new survey from the Kitchen Table Project finds. Former Federal Reserve vice chair and Kitchen Table Project chair Lael Brainard shares her thoughts.

• Oct 1

Farmer on impact of high prices

Glenn Brunkow, a fifth-generation farmer and the president of Kansas Farm Bureau, talks about how high prices are impacting the community.

• Sep 25

Would a diesel export ban lower prices?

Oil prices continue to rise as a result of the war with Iran. The average cost of regular gas is now $4.48, and diesel is $6.53, according to AAA. Yahoo Finance reporter Brooke DiPalma has more on whether a diesel export ban would be effective in curbing gas prices.

• Sep 24

More in GOP break with Trump before midterms

More Republicans in competitive races are calling on President Trump to end the war in Iran, hoping to create distance from the president's record-low poll numbers and his inflation-fueling war. CBS News chief Washington correspondent Major Garrett has more.

• Sep 23

High prices squeezing American farmers

America's farmers face a tough harvest this year with trade wars, tariffs and inflation all taking a toll. The cost of diesel hit a new record, averaging $6.50 a gallon, nearly a dollar higher than last month. Lana Zak reports from North Liberty, Iowa.

• Sep 20

Interest rate hike's impacts on U.S. farmers

The Federal Reserve spiked interest rates by 0.25 percentage points on Wednesday, sparking further concerns over the economy, especially for U.S. farmers. CBS News' Lana Zak has more.

• Sep 17

Millionaires are everywhere in the U.S., new book says

Getting rich in the U.S. is still possible, but the most common path to wealth doesn't involve working for other people, according to a new book.

• Sep 17

Fed raises interest rates amid rising prices

The Federal Reserve raised interest rates for the first time in three years on Wednesday, a sign of concern about rising prices. Meanwhile, the cost of diesel fuel hit a new record on Wednesday, for the eighth day in a row. Nancy Cordes reports on rising prices and Kelly O'Grady has more details on the Fed's decision.

• Sep 16

Why the Fed hiked rates this month

The Federal Reserve changed course and raised interest rates Wednesday for the first time since 2023. The rate hike will be an increase of 0.25 percentage points, bringing its target range to between 3.75% and 4%. Greg Robb, MarketWatch senior reporter and economics editor, joins CBS News with more.

• Sep 16

Examining Fed's reasons for raising rates

The Federal Reserve on Wednesday raised interest rates by one-quarter of a percentage point in its first rate increase since 2023. CBS News' Kelly O'Grady and Nancy Cordes report.

• Sep 16

9/16: The Takeout with Major Garrett

Federal Reserve unanimously votes to raise interest rates; President Trump stumping for GOP Senate nominee Michael Whatley in North Carolina.

• Sep 16

Dow tumbles after first rate hike since 2023

The Dow Jones closed down around 1.2% on Wednesday after the Federal Reserve announced its first interest rate increase since July 2023. CBS News' Kelly O'Grady and Aaron Navarro report.

• Sep 16

The AI bubble is leaking air, some economists say. Should investors worry?

AI has fueled a stock boom in recent years. Now, some Wall Street analysts think that epic run is coming to an end.

• Sep 16

Stocks dive ahead of expected Fed rate hike

Stocks stayed in the red on Tuesday ahead of the Federal Reserve's interest rate decision on Wednesday. CBS News contributor Javier David has a preview of the meeting.

• Sep 15

Report: Some job hoppers seeing big pay raises

One group of American workers is seeing their fastest wage growth in more than three years as they jump ship and change jobs. CBS News MoneyWatch reporter Megan Cerullo explains.

• Sep 14

Stocks start week in negative territory

Stocks started the week in negative territory as high gas prices and recent warnings from tech leaders about artificial intelligence spooked investors. Matt Phillips, markets correspondent for Axios, joins CBS News with analysis.

• Sep 14

How an AI slowdown would impact markets

Leaders in AI have explicitly warned that a lack of regulation on the industry could have dire consequences. CBS News business analyst Jill Schlesinger joins to discuss how a slowdown in development could impact stock markets.

• Sep 14

Trump visits Ireland amid high energy prices

Americans are feeling the squeeze from skyrocketing fuel prices, with gas rising 16 cents from a week ago to a nationwide average of $4.31 per gallon. Concerns about oil prices followed President Trump during his trip to Ireland this weekend. Nancy Cordes has more details.

• Sep 13

RNC chair talks midterms from convention floor

Thursday marks Day 2 of the GOP's first midterm convention. Republican National Committee Chairman Joe Gruters joins "The Takeout" from the convention floor to discuss his party's game plan for the November elections.

• Sep 10

9/10: The Takeout with Major Garrett

President Trump pitches $5,000 dividends if GOP keeps Congress; Republicans hold Day 2 of midterm convention in Dallas.

• Sep 10

Canada imposes tariffs on U.S. goods

Canadian tariffs took effect on about $20 billion worth of U.S. goods on Tuesday. It marked the latest escalation in a trade war with no clear end in sight. Nancy Cordes has more details.

• Sep 8

Races to watch with 56 days until midterms

Tuesday marks 56 days until the midterm elections, where the balance of power of the U.S. Congress hangs in the balance. CBS News executive director of elections and surveys Anthony Salvanto and Sabato's Crystal Ball managing editor Kyle Kondik join with analysis.

• Sep 8

Canada's retaliatory tariffs could tilt midterms

Canada's steep retaliatory tariffs against the U.S. took effect early Tuesday morning. CBS News chief White House correspondent Nancy Cordes has the details.

• Sep 8

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