Economy

Everyday Economics: Will the current productivity boom fizzle out?

(The Center Square) – Last week, retail sales data confirmed that the financial condition of most households may have somewhat stabilized. Strong wage growth and a sharp decline in energy… Read More

Illegal Immigration

Fed: 3.8 million illegal immigrants could enter U.S. in 2024, affecting wage growth

(The Center Square) – A new Federal Reserve branch report says 2024 could see millions of illegal border crossings. The Federal Reserve Bank of San Francisco estimates that 3.8 million… Read More

Economy

KC Fed Analysis: Migrants cooled overheated labor market, slowed wage growth

(The Center Square) – The increase of migrant workers during the last two years cooled an overheated labor market and slowed wage growth across industries and states, according to an… Read More