Topic: Chris Rupkey

Why economists' jobless forecasts were so far off

0 . Chris Rupkey, chief financial economist at Bank of Tokyo-Mitsubishi UFJ in New York, said he was "stunned" by Friday's employment report.. . He...

Spending, Not Much. Borrowing, Billions.

Consumers may be reluctant to open up their wallets and shop for everyday items, but when it comes to buying a car, taking out a student loan, or...

Gas prices could slow job growth this year

0 . A brightened outlook for job growth may dim this spring as rising gas prices weigh on companies and prompt some to rethink their hiring plans ...

What's the Deal With Higher Rates?

The Federal Reserve is forging ahead with its quantitative easing strategy for monetary policy. Although there's a sea of critics who think the...
Most U.S. Treasury securities ended higher on Wednesday after a two-day sell-off drove prices low enough to attract buyers.. "Those throwaway bids may be worth something up above 4.30% because there is an absence of news in the next few ...