WASHINGTON — The economy in 2025 was filled with contradictions, as growth was healthy while hiring slowed, inflation stayed ...

Today, we circle back on the health of the overall U.S. consumer. After all, nearly 70% of U.S. GDP is driven by consumer activity. The top 10% of households by income continue to hold up quite well.

WASHINGTON (AP) — The economy in 2025 was filled with contradictions, as growth was healthy while hiring slowed, inflation stayed elevated and unemployment rose. Last year’s odd outcomes raise a host ...