economy
U.S. Tort Costs Exceed $4,900 Per Household, Chamber Study Finds
A U.S. Chamber of Commerce report puts total tort litigation costs at nearly $656 billion in 2025, outpacing economic growth.
economy · Economic News, Trends, Analysis
Purdue Ag Economy Barometer Rises to 126 in October 2026
Farmer sentiment ticked higher in October as improved current conditions lifted the Purdue/CME Group Ag Economy Barometer three points to 126.
economy · DOL News Releases and Briefs
Labor Dept. Opens Applications for $6,000-Per-Apprentice Payments
The DOL's Pay-for-Performance program offers up to $6,000 per apprentice across shipbuilding, semiconductors, IT, and other high-growth sectors.