Charisse Jones

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Money and Consumer News Editor at USA Today

I'm a USA Today business reporter and co-author of the Misty Copeland memoir "Life In Motion.'' Give me a blues riff and a nice sunset and I'm happy.

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Are we in a recession? It's a bit complicated

Aug 5, 2024 | finance.yahoo.com | Michelle Ganassi |Charisse Jones

The number of jobs added last month fell short of expectations and unemployment was on the rise, triggering a measure that has typically meant the U.S. is now in a recession. The economy has been unusually defiant, with the nation’s gross domestic product continuing to grow, and employment trends reflecting the unusual forces that came into play during the COVID-19 pandemic, which dramatically disrupted the labor market.
Are we in a recession? The Sahm rule explained

Aug 2, 2024 | usatoday.com | Charisse Jones

The number of jobs added last month fell short of expectations and unemployment was on the rise, triggering a measure that has typically meant the U.S. is now in a recession. The economy has been unusually defiant, with the nation’s gross domestic product continuing to grow, and employment trends reflecting the unusual forces that came into play during the COVID-19 pandemic, which dramatically disrupted the labor market.
The 'American Dream' has always been elusive. Is it still worth fighting for?

Jul 18, 2024 | msn.com | Charisse Jones

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The Freedman's Savings Bank's fall is still taking a toll a century and a half later

Jul 5, 2024 | usatoday.com | Charisse Jones

In The Rise and Fall of the Freedman's Savings Bank and Its Lasting Socio-economic Impact on Black America (Spiramus Press), former USA TODAY Deputy Managing Editor of Money Rodney A. Brooks tells the story of an institution created to give newly emancipated African Americans a place where they could deposit their earnings and begin to build wealth. Just nine years later, in the wake of corruption, mismanagement and fraud committed by its white management, the bank was shuttered.
Bye, department stores. Hello, AI. Is what's happening to Macy's and Nvidia a sign of the times?

Mar 7, 2024 | flipboard.com | Charisse Jones

Mattresses15 hours ago10 Mattress Brands to Avoid247wallst.com - David Beren • 15hWith so many new mattress brands entering the market over the last decade, it’s hard to know what to buy anymore. What’s worse is that shopping for a …Finance19 hours agoThe Unbelievable Comeback: 3 Stocks Ready to Rise from the Ashesinvestorplace.com - Faizan Farooque • 19hComeback stocks are excellent out-of-the-box picks for those on the hunt for companies poised for a rebound.
Bye, department stores. Hello, AI. Is what's happening to Macy's and Nvidia a sign of the times?

Mar 7, 2024 | usatoday.com | Charisse Jones

Just what kind of an economy are we living in? The contrasting fortunes of Macy's, a onetime pillar of retail, and Nvidia, an AI chipmaker that could become the most highly valued company ever, hint at the turbulent reality Americans inhabit. Macy's announced at the end of February that it will shutter 150 stores amid shrinking sales and revenue.
Fed holds interest rates steady, hints March rate cut is unlikely despite easing inflation

Jan 31, 2024 | finance.yahoo.com | Paul Davidson |Daniel de Visé |Medora Lee |Charisse Jones |Bailey Schulz

WASHINGTON – The Federal Reserve held its key interest rate steady Wednesday and opened the door to rate cuts but signaled that a March move is probably a long shot despite rapidly slowing inflation. In a statement after a two-day meeting, the Fed removed its previous reference to “additional (rate increases).”Instead, the Fed said it believes the risks to its goals of stable inflation and full employment "are moving into better balance.”Will Fed rate cuts lift Americans?
Fed holds interest rates steady, hints March rate cut is unlikely despite easing inflation

Jan 31, 2024 | nz.news.yahoo.com | Paul Davidson |Daniel de Visé |Medora Lee |Charisse Jones |Bailey Schulz

WASHINGTON – The Federal Reserve held its key interest rate steady Wednesday and opened the door to rate cuts but signaled that a March move is probably a long shot despite rapidly slowing inflation. In a statement after a two-day meeting, the Fed removed its previous reference to “additional (rate increases).”Instead, the Fed said it believes the risks to its goals of stable inflation and full employment "are moving into better balance.”Will Fed rate cuts lift Americans?
Fed holds interest rates steady, hints March rate cut is unlikely despite easing inflation

Jan 31, 2024 | sg.finance.yahoo.com | Paul Davidson |Daniel de Visé |Medora Lee |Charisse Jones |Bailey Schulz

WASHINGTON – The Federal Reserve held its key interest rate steady Wednesday and opened the door to rate cuts but signaled that a March move is probably a long shot despite rapidly slowing inflation. In a statement after a two-day meeting, the Fed removed its previous reference to “additional (rate increases).”Instead, the Fed said it believes the risks to its goals of stable inflation and full employment "are moving into better balance.”Will Fed rate cuts lift Americans?
Fed holds interest rates steady, hints March rate cut is unlikely despite easing inflation

Jan 31, 2024 | ca.finance.yahoo.com | Paul Davidson |Daniel de Visé |Medora Lee |Charisse Jones |Bailey Schulz

WASHINGTON – The Federal Reserve held its key interest rate steady Wednesday and opened the door to rate cuts but signaled that a March move is probably a long shot despite rapidly slowing inflation. In a statement after a two-day meeting, the Fed removed its previous reference to “additional (rate increases).”Instead, the Fed said it believes the risks to its goals of stable inflation and full employment "are moving into better balance.”Will Fed rate cuts lift Americans?

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10 Apr 25

The markets initially responded positively to President Donald Trump’s decision to pause most reciprocal tariffs. But what’s next? I discuss on today’s episode of The Excerpt. https://t.co/nkBopz6nY8 https://t.co/MmgfU1YlsZ

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13 Jun 24

Man who died at 110 was 'always inquisitive.' Now scientists will study his brain. - USA TODAY https://t.co/chD3bhU2Cd

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6 Mar 24

Two men fought for jobs in a river-town mill. 50 years later, the nation is still divided. https://t.co/qprdBHTWs7 via @usatoday

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Articles

Are we in a recession? It's a bit complicated

Are we in a recession? The Sahm rule explained

The 'American Dream' has always been elusive. Is it still worth fighting for?

The Freedman's Savings Bank's fall is still taking a toll a century and a half later

Bye, department stores. Hello, AI. Is what's happening to Macy's and Nvidia a sign of the times?

Bye, department stores. Hello, AI. Is what's happening to Macy's and Nvidia a sign of the times?

Fed holds interest rates steady, hints March rate cut is unlikely despite easing inflation

Fed holds interest rates steady, hints March rate cut is unlikely despite easing inflation

Fed holds interest rates steady, hints March rate cut is unlikely despite easing inflation

Fed holds interest rates steady, hints March rate cut is unlikely despite easing inflation

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