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People walk on Fifth Avenue in New York City on Aug. 7, 2025, as President Trump’s new tariffs are imposed. (REUTERS/Adam Gray)
Aug 21, 2026

Shoppers tighten budgets, but still find room for treats and splurges

There are indications that middle-class American consumers are growing more tight-fisted, even as wealthier shoppers have kept supporting luxury brands.

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Aug 21, 2026

Most schools ask parents to buy almost $100 of back-to-school supplies

The cost of school supplies has risen nearly 8 percent since last year, amid tariffs on imported goods, according to a report.

A pedestrian passes a "Help Wanted" sign in the door of a hardware store in Cambridge, Massachusetts, on July 8, 2022. (REUTERS/Brian Snyder/File Photo)
Aug 21, 2026

MD employment rose by nearly 12K jobs in July

Maryland employment increased by 11,700 jobs in July, with private sector gains leading growth and unemployment falling to 4.2%, just above the national average.

People shop for groceries at a store in New York City on July 15, 2025. (REUTERS/Jeenah Moon)
Aug 12, 2026

As high prices persist, some Americans are cutting back on spending

Many Americans are growing weary of persistent inflation and high prices at the pump. While many still hope for relief, they are starting to think about tightening their belts.

Demonstrators participate in a nationwide protest against data centers, in Fredericksburg, Virginia, July 18, 2026. (REUTERS/Evelyn Hockstein/File Photo)
Aug 10, 2026

Lenders scrutinize data center financing as community opposition builds

The race to finance the U.S. data center boom is forcing banks and asset managers to confront an added risk: political and community opposition.

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Aug 7, 2026

The economy shed 23,000 jobs in July as labor market weakened

U.S. employers shed 23,000 jobs in July as the labor market weakened despite a low unemployment rate of 4.1%, according to Labor Department data.

People walk by an Under Armour store in Manhattan, New York, on Feb. 7, 2022. (REUTERS/Andrew Kelly)
Aug 7, 2026

Under Armour forecasts steeper annual sales decline on weak North America demand

Under Armour forecasts a steeper annual revenue decline due to weak demand in its key North American market amid economic uncertainty and inflation.

Signage for a job fair is seen on 5th Avenue in Manhattan, New York City, September 3, 2021. (REUTERS/Andrew Kelly/File Photo)
Aug 6, 2026

Labor market stable; worker productivity accelerates in second quarter

The labor market remains stable with low layoffs and rising productivity in the second quarter, easing wage pressures amid inflation concerns.

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Aug 4, 2026

Small business accelerator program launched in Frederick

M&T Bank has launched a free, 10-week program that will offer helpful resources and tools for business owners in the Frederick area. 

A person arranges groceries in El Progreso Market in the Mount Pleasant neighborhood of Washington on Aug. 19, 2022. (REUTERS/Sarah Silbiger)
Jul 30, 2026

Economy slowed in second quarter, while inflation improved

The U.S. economy slowed to a 1.5 percent pace from April through June, as increases in consumer and business spending were partially offset by a drop in government outlays.

New Federal Reserve Chairman Kevin Warsh holds a news conference following a two-day meeting of the Federal Open Market Committee (FOMC), at the U.S. Federal Reserve in Washington on June 17, 2026. (REUTERS/Eric Lee/File Photo)
Jul 29, 2026

Fed holds rates steady; three policymakers dissent in favor of hike

The Federal Reserve held interest rates steady, drawing dissents from three members of the policy-setting Federal Open Market Committee.

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Jul 28, 2026

Ravens commit to upgrades, lease extension at Owings Mills training facility

The Baltimore Ravens committed to a lease extension of their Owings Mills training facility.