US auto sales appear to be falling as the auto market waits for the impact of the war

Ford pickups at California dealerships. Automakers eyeing US demand since war breaks out in Middle East (JUSTIN SULLIVAN)

Ford pickups at California dealerships. Automakers eyeing US demand since war breaks out in Middle East (JUSTIN SULLIVAN) ยท JUSTIN SULLIVAN/GETTY IMAGES North AMERICA/Getty Images via AFP Automakers are expected to report weaker first-quarter sales in the U.S. as war in the Middle East clouded the industry’s outlook compared to last year’s extraordinary strength. The … Read more

US consumer confidence is rising, but job opportunities and hiring are falling sharply

US consumer confidence is rising, but job opportunities and hiring are falling sharply

Job opportunities fell by 358,000 in February, led by a decline in small and medium-sized businesses. Layoffs and layoffs increased to 1.721 million, and the rate increased to 1.1%. The Conference Board review shows few plans to buy big-ticket items despite some optimism WASHINGTON, March 31 (Reuters) – U.S. consumer confidence rose unexpectedly in March, … Read more