Economy Update From NPR: Biden Nominates More Members Of His Economic Team

Biden Nominates More Members Of His Economic Team President-elect Joe Biden has named more members of his economic team. It’s a diverse and experienced group that Biden is counting on to help revive an economy hit hard by the coronavirus pandemic. Read more on NPR

Economy Update From NPR: President-Elect Biden Names More Members Of His Economic Team

President-Elect Biden Names More Members Of His Economic Team Among the names: Cecilia Rouse is nominated as chair of the Council of Economic Advisers. If confirmed, she’ll be the first Black woman, and just the fourth woman overall, to lead the CEA. Read more on NPR

Economy Update From NPR: Biden Announces More Historic Appointments To Economics Team

Biden Announces More Historic Appointments To Economics Team President elect Joe Biden has named his new economic team. Read more on NPR

Economy Update From NPR: IRS Says Its Own Error Sent $1,200 Stimulus Checks To Non-Americans Overseas

IRS Says Its Own Error Sent $1,200 Stimulus Checks To Non-Americans Overseas The IRS now says its own error caused thousands of non-Americans living overseas to mistakenly receive $1,200 stimulus checks — and the mistake could happen again if more stimulus money goes out. Read more on NPR

Economy Update From NPR: How Much Are Americans Willing To Spend This Holiday Shopping Season?

How Much Are Americans Willing To Spend This Holiday Shopping Season? Black Friday traditionally marks one of the busiest shopping days of the year, and this year is no exception. The retailers are predicting a record-breaking holiday shopping season. Read more on NPR

Economy Update From NPR: Unemployment Claims Jump For Second Week As Pandemic Rages

Unemployment Claims Jump For Second Week As Pandemic Rages Claims for state unemployment benefits again rose last week, signaling ongoing weakness in the job market as coronavirus infections continue to soar. Read more on NPR

Economy Update From NPR: Historic Milestone: Dow Surges Past 30,000 Points For 1st Time

Historic Milestone: Dow Surges Past 30,000 Points For 1st Time The Dow Jones Industrial Average and S&P 500 hit new highs Tuesday. But millions of Americans are out of work and COVID-19 cases are soaring, with no relief in sight. Why are investors optimistic? Read more on NPR

Economy Update From NPR: Move Fast? Push For A Big Deal? Biden Faces Debate Over More COVID Aid

Move Fast? Push For A Big Deal? Biden Faces Debate Over More COVID Aid A question for Joe Biden and his team is whether they should be encouraging Democrats to move quickly, to deliver aid faster, even if that means accepting a smaller deal. Read more on NPR

Economy Update From NPR: The Dow Surpasses 30,000 For 1st Time Ever

The Dow Surpasses 30,000 For 1st Time Ever The Dow Jones Industrial Average has surpassed the 30,000 mark. This year, stocks plunged after pandemic lockdowns but came back after drugmakers reported success in developing coronavirus vaccines. Read more on NPR

Economy Update From NPR: With Less Money In Its Red Kettles, The Salvation Army Rallies To Save The Holidays

With Less Money In Its Red Kettles, The Salvation Army Rallies To Save The Holidays With traffic down at stores and malls across the nation during the pandemic, the charity’s iconic red-kettle campaign might bring in half the donations compared with last year. Read more on NPR