Housing
Why Buying a Home Still Feels Out of Reach
October 25, 2026
Higher incomes offer some relief, but mortgage rates, upfront costs, and years of saving continue to challenge prospective buyers.
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Business
New York-Area Service Firms Report Sharper Slowdown as Price Pressures Persist
October 24, 2026
Business activity weakened sharply across the New York region’s service sector in October, while price increases remained widespread and firms grew more cautious about the months ahead.
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Gasoline Drives September Inflation Higher, While Grocery Prices Ease
October 14, 2026
Inflation accelerated in September as a sharp increase in gasoline prices outweighed modest relief at the grocery store.
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Family Finances Improve Unevenly as Debt Pressures Grow
October 9, 2026
American families gained ground on income and wealth between 2022 and 2025, but more struggled to keep up with their bills. That mixed picture emerges from the Federal Reserve’s October 2026 report, "Changes in U.S. Family Finances from 2022 to 2025".
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