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As Treasury chief, Yellen may be a calming influence in a Washington split over stimulus and everything else
Janet Yellen, President-elect Biden’s pick for Treasury secretary, is a centrist could bridge the divide in Washington over stimulus, other issues
From extended jobless benefits to student loan reprieve, COVID-19 relief set to fade at year’s end
COVID-19 federal relief programs are set to expire at year’s end if Congress and President Trump don’t renew them. Jobless aid and an eviction ban are among the provisions going away.
Republican-leaning U.S. Chamber of Commerce urges Trump to stop delaying transition to Biden administration
The U.S. Chamber of Commerce is urging Trump to get on with the transition to the Biden administration even while he challenges the election court.
These 10 jobs could disappear or decline because of COVID-19
These 10 jobs could decline over the long term because of the pandemic. Among them: chef, professor, receptionist.
As COVID-19 rages, millennials make up growing share of ‘sandwich generation,’ caring for kids and parents
Millennials make up a growing share of the ‘sandwich generation’ as they care for kids and aging parents during COVID-19. It’s a financial strain.
Restaurants and stores are struggling to survive amid COVID-19. So why are many boosting spending, hiring workers?
Companies are ramping up capital spending despite the COVID-19 downturn, boosting hiring and bolstering the recovery.
Joe Biden economic plan: What Biden means for the economy, your finances and another COVID-19 stimulus package
Joe Biden’s presidency could boost an economy battered by COVID-19, economists say, as bold spending and stauncher support for trade offset new taxes.
Economy adds 638,000 jobs in October as unemployment falls to 6.9% amid COVID-19 spikes
Economy added 638,000 jobs in October, unemployment fell to 6.9% as coronavirus cases surged across the U.S..
Dow jumps more than 500 points as election rally gains steam on prospect of Biden win, split Congress
The Dow gained more than 500 points Thursday, extending the week’s rally amid the prospect of a Biden presidency and split Congress.