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Commerce Department
Warmer U.S.-China trade relations could help U.S. exporters
by
Justin Ho
Aug 29, 2023
The U.S. has been restricting certain American exports to China, citing national security concerns. But other U.S. exporters could benefit from improved trade relations.
Boosting chip production is “an investment in America’s national security,” Commerce secretary says
by
Kai Ryssdal
and Andie Corban
Apr 25, 2023
“The stakes are so high” when it comes to making the U.S. a leader in this key technology, says Gina Raimondo.
Consumers spent more in January, but also saved more. What gives?
by
Justin Ho
Feb 24, 2023
A boost in disposable income fueled spending and saving. Data signals a healthy outlook, but lower-income people are draining reserves.
Here's why the U.S. revises GDP estimates — over and over
by
Lily Jamali
Feb 23, 2023
The Bureau of Economic Analysis revised GDP down to 2.7% from the fourth quarter of last year.
What durable goods tell us about the economy
Jul 27, 2021
Orders for long-lasting items rose 0.8% in June. The data could reflect trends in inflation, automation and the economic recovery.
Lagging care economy "makes us uncompetitive," Commerce Secretary Gina Raimondo says
by
Kai Ryssdal
and Andie Corban
Jul 15, 2021
Raimondo discusses the infrastructure packages moving through Congress and the semiconductor chip shortage.
Trump administration bans WeChat, TikTok from U.S. app stores starting Sunday
by
Nova Safo
Sep 18, 2020
The Commerce Department says, starting Sunday, neither app can be downloaded or updated in the U.S.
For public good, not for profit.
Consumer spending rises — for now
by
Justin Ho
Jun 26, 2020
An 8% uptick in May follows a 20% drop over March and April. That's the good news. There are plenty of potential economic blows on the horizon.
Retail sales falter in September
Oct 16, 2019
Will consumers stop propping up aging economic recovery?
Durable goods slump in April
by
Eve Epstein
May 24, 2019
Orders for autos, metals and business machinery were all down.