Both the COVID-19 pandemic and the introduction of AI has significantly changed the composition of the labor market. Change is not worse, it is just different. ... Read More
Overall consumer transaction growth was positive in March despite concerns over a slowing U.S. economy.... Read More
A comparison of the assets and liabilities of the wealthiest Americans versus the rest of the country... Read More
A historical look at the highest and lowest tax brackets since 1913... Read More
How have the different forms of taxes funded the U.S. government throughout the years?... Read More
Those with an AGI under $100,000 account for roughly 13% of all income taxes collected in the U.S., while those with an AGI above $1 million account for roughly 34%.... Read More
The average taxpayer in the U.S. paid 14.25% on their adjusted gross income between 2001 and 2022.... Read More
Almost one-third of U.S. citizens have no income tax liability.... Read More
A look at each state's income tax as well as sales tax rates... Read More
A comparison of taxes across the globe... Read More
Monday's retail sales report was disappointing, adding to concerns of a growth slowdown in the United States. Is this a legitimate concern? Are consumers still spending? ... Read More
Personal consumption continues to make up a larger portion of U.S. GDP as time progresses.... Read More
Household debt in the U.S. stood at $18.04 trillion in the fourth quarter.... Read More
People under 30 and over 70 hold a relatively small amount of debt compared to other age groups.... Read More
The average third party collection stood at $1631 in the fourth quarter.... Read More
Household debt broken down by delinquency status... Read More
Credit card debt is now 36% higher than it was pre-pandemic.... Read More
Mortgage originations remain well off the peak set in 2021.... Read More
The housing market has been stagnant for several years. Low inventory and high rates have discouraged would-be buyers from entering. How will this shake out in 2025?... Read More