The U.S. economy grew at a robust 3.4% annualized rate in the third quarter of 2026, defying expectations and showcasing the strength of consumer spending and investment in artificial intelligence (AI). Despite this growth, concerns loom as inflation continues to rise, reaching 3.7% in September, according to the Consumer Price Index (CPI). This increase in inflation, alongside higher fuel prices and declining consumer confidence,...
At a campaign rally in Corpus Christi, Texas, US President Donald Trump hailed a recent oil agreement with Venezuela as a significant win for American energy policy, emphasizing its potential to deliver billions of barrels of oil to the United States. Trump showcased an oil tanker visible off the Texas coast, asserting it was transporting one million barrels of Venezuelan oil under a deal...