The US economy is highly exposed to swings on Wall Street, with about 62 percent of Americans invested in the stock market. Latest data shows household wealth surged to a record in the July to September quarter last year as markets hit all time highs. In this report, we examine how a sharp market downturn could ripple through the wider US economy.


Mechanism of US Economy as 62 Percent of Americans Invest in Stocks

The POTUS declared that the US economy is going to grow rapidly, "we're going to have a lot of great months, a lot of great quarters", and added that he wants the market "to go up."

US growth is exploding, inflation is defeated: Trump calls trade deal with Canada, Mexico ‘irrelevant’

After solid US economic growth data, bets on predictions platform polymarket show, the odds of the fed pausing rate cuts in january 2026 have surged to a new high of 86 percent. That suggests, fed chair jerome powell is about to halt rate cuts again, even as core inflation hits its lowest level since march 2021.

Trump Rants on Social Media on the Need for Rate Cuts Again

US economy accelerates by 4.3% with strong consumer spending and export growth in Q3

US dollar may be facing a slow decline as the world's reserve currency, while gold and silver prices surge. Countries, including India have trimmed US Treasury holdings. But is it a gloom and doom scenario or a strategic shift? Find out


Is US dollar dying slowly? This economist thinks so as gold, silver surge, countries including India trim US Treasury holdings

The total online sales over the Thanksgiving weekend climbed to a record $44.2 billion, up by 7.7 per cent from last year at $41.1 billion.

US online sales hit record $44.2 billion during Thanksgiving holiday shopping: Report

America is the only major democracy that closes its government with such frequency. Shutdowns were even more frequent in the 1980s, but, back then, they lasted only a day or two. Since the mid-1990s, they have become longer and more damaging. In the next report, we decode why US political parties persist in this game of chicken.

US, the Only Major Democracy to Shut Down With Such Frequency

The United States faces another potential government shutdown as political leaders struggle to reach a budget agreement. This video breaks down the ongoing standoff in Congress, the stakes for federal employees and citizens, and the history of shutdowns in U.S. politics.

US Government Shutdown: The Constant Game of Chicken in US Politics

Trump publicly threatened to fire Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent and attacked Fed Chair Jerome Powell as the US economy sees back-to-back rate cuts and rising inflation.

'I wanna get him out, Scott!': Trump publicly jokes about firing Scott Bessent and Jerome Powell

The U.S. government will remain temporarily funded until January 30 following a deal to prevent a shutdown. Lawmakers approved temporary funding to keep federal operations running while negotiations continue over long-term budgets.

US Government Shutdown: Temporary Funding to Keep Government Open Until Jan 30

Huge developments in Washington, Congress is moving to end the longest U.S. Federal government shutdown in history, but key issues remain unresolved, including food aid for millions, and aviation disruptions ahead of the thanksgiving holiday, and an unexpected provision tied to a political investigation.


US Government Shutdown: US House Moves to End Historic Shutdown

The U.S. Congress has approved short-term funding to prevent a government shutdown, keeping operations funded until January 2026. Lawmakers reached a temporary agreement after tense negotiations, ensuring continued support for federal agencies and programs.


US Government Shutdown: Congress Approves Short-Term Funding Until January 2026

While US President Donald Trump speaks highly of a ‘growing’ economy, economists are split on its shape. For many, the k-shaped reference seems apt, where the majority of wealth is parked with the richest. What are the long-term implications of this uneven growth? Take a look at this report for more.

US Economic Divide Deepens Across Jobs, Spending, & Markets 

America’s Record-long Government Shutdown of 41 Days May Finally Be Inching Towards an End. Democrats in the Senate, at Least Eight of Them, Have Now Crossed the Aisle. And They’ve Joined Republicans to Push Through a Compromise Funding Bill. This Deal, if Passed by the House, Will Reopen the Government Through January, Restore Full-year Funding to Some Key Programs and Crucially, Bring Back Pay to More Than a Million Federal Employees, Who Have Been Unpaid Since October 1.


US Government Shutdown: Senate Compromise Could End Record Shutdown 

While US President Donald Trump speaks highly of a ‘growing’ economy, economists are split on its shape. For many, the k-shaped reference seems apt, where the majority of wealth is parked with the richest. What are the long-term implications of this uneven growth? Take a look at this report for more.


US Economic Divide Deepens Across Jobs, Spending, & Markets

U.S.: A looming U.S. Government shutdown could deal a major blow to the release of key economic data, Including the September jobs report and trade figures. Just as markets and policy makers are closely watching every sign of how the economy is performing.


U.S.: Shutdown Threat Halts Key U.S. Economic Data Releases 

U.S. Economy: The U.S. Fed restarted its easing cycle after being on the sidelines since December last year. But will it make a difference? In this report, we deep dive into what investors will watch in the week ahead. Take a look. 

U.S. Economy: Which U.S. Economic Indicators Seem Pointless Now?

US Economy:  A new indicator is suggesting that the U.S. Economy is under strain. And this time it is cardboard boxes that are making the announcement.


US Economy: Is The U.S. Approaching a Recession?

The US holds $37 trillion in national debt, the highest globally, yet remains the world's largest economy. But just how? The strong trust in and demand for the US dollar, steady GDP growth and investor trust in Treasury securities are the answers. How long can this go on?



Debtor nation: The US owes $37 trillion, world's largest public debt, but still dominates global economy. How?

The global investment bank pointed out that the US economy recovered at the end of 2024 but slipped again in February 2025 and has remained stagnant

US economy staring at recession? Global investment bank puts risk at 93%. Here's why

At the same time, Trump’s tariff-driven trade strategy is testing the dollar’s reserve currency dominance, leaving markets sensitive to policy shifts in Washington, Beijing, and beyond.

US retail sales surprise on upside, China stumbles in tariff-hit economy

Trump criticised Powell, calling for immediate rate cuts, and labelled the construction efforts as grossly incompetent. Although presidents cannot remove a Fed chair for policy disagreements, Trump legal team may pursue negligence or fraud claims related to the construction mismanagement.

Trump mulls lawsuit against Fed’s Powell over costly headquarters renovation

Trump argued that the tariff burden mostly falls on foreign companies rather than US consumers. Goldman Sachs analysis indicated that US consumers have absorbed a significant portion of tariff costs and warned that continued tariffs could slow growth

Trump hits out at Goldman Sachs CEO over tariff research

While the broader US economy has remained resilient, the growing costs of items like appliances, clothing, and electronics have pushed inflation to its highest level in four months, leading many to question how much longer the US can power through these pressures.

US economy faces growing pressure as tariffs begin to show impact

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Mechanism of US Economy as 62 Percent of Americans Invest in Stocks

Inflation defeated, growth surging: Trump says Canada–Mexico deal is irrelevant

Trump Rants on Social Media on the Need for Rate Cuts Again

US economy accelerates with strong consumer spending and export growth in Q3

Is US dollar dying? This economist thinks so as gold, silver surge but...

US online sales hit record $44.2 billion during Thanksgiving shopping: Report

US, the Only Major Democracy to Shut Down With Such Frequency

US Government Shutdown: The Constant Game of Chicken in US Politics

'I wanna get him out, Scott!': Trump publicly jokes about firing Scott Bessent

US Government Shutdown: Temporary Funding to Keep Government Open Until Jan 30

US Government Shutdown: US House Moves to End Historic Shutdown

US Government Shutdown: Congress Approves Short-Term Funding Until January 2026

US Economic Divide Deepens Across Jobs, Spending, & Markets

US Government Shutdown: Senate Compromise Could End Record Shutdown

US Economic Divide Deepens Across Jobs, Spending, & Markets

U.S.: Shutdown Threat Halts Key U.S. Economic Data Releases

U.S. Economy: Which U.S. Economic Indicators Seem Pointless Now?

US Economy: Is The U.S. Approaching a Recession?

US owes $37 trillion, the world's largest public debt, but still survives. How?

US economy staring at recession? Global investment bank puts risk at 93%

US retail sales surprise on upside, China stumbles in tariff-hit economy

Trump mulls lawsuit against Fed’s Powell over costly headquarters renovation

Trump hits out at Goldman Sachs CEO over tariff research

US economy faces growing pressure as tariffs begin to show impact