Major Reshoring Initiative Would Bring Hundreds of Thousands of Jobs, But Come With Steep Price Tag Manufacturing experts and economists are examining what could happen if tech giant Apple relocates its manufacturing operations from overseas to American soil—a scenario that would fundamentally alter the nation's economic landscape. Apple workers at manufacturing plant in China. By Jim Keegan Reporting from Huntsville, Texas, USA July 3, 2026 Updated 10:45 p.m. ET Such a move

The U.S. stock market has posted strong gains through the first half of 2026. Major indices have climbed on the back of resilient corporate earnings, continued technological investment, and steady consumer spending. Technology and semiconductor companies have led the advance, supported by demand for artificial intelligence infrastructure and cloud services. Broader market participation has also improved, with gains spreading into financials, industrials, and select consumer s

HUNTSVILLE, Texas — Located along Interstate 45 between Houston and Dallas, Huntsville has long enjoyed a stable economy built around education, government employment, healthcare, and retail. While many small Texas communities struggle with economic uncertainty, Huntsville continues to benefit from the presence of two major institutions: Sam Houston State University and the Texas Department of Criminal Justice (TDCJ). By Alexa Bickerwood Reporting from Huntsville, Texas, USA

At first glance, the American economy appears to be in solid shape. Unemployment remains relatively low, consumer spending continues to drive growth, and the stock market has recovered much of the ground lost during recent periods of uncertainty. Yet beneath the headline numbers, many Americans say the economy feels far less healthy than government statistics suggest. By David Johnston Reporting from Austin, Texas, USA June 13, 2026 Updated 8:11 p.m. ET The biggest challe

Not long ago, a side hustle was exactly what the name implied: a little extra work after hours to help pay the bills. Today, however, side hustles have evolved into something much bigger. Across America, ordinary people are transforming small passion projects, online stores, and freelance services into businesses worth millions of dollars. Economists call it the "hustle economy"—a rapidly growing sector fueled by technology, social media, and a workforce increasingly interest

China’s economy showed clear signs of slowing in April as consumer spending, factory production, and investment growth all weakened amid growing fallout from the Iran war and continued problems in the country’s property market. By David Johnston Reporting from Austin, Texas, USA May 18, 2026 Updated 5:01 a.m. ET Retail sales rose just 0.2% compared to a year earlier, far below economists’ expectations of 2% growth and the weakest pace since late 2022. Industrial production al

The U.S. economy continues to demonstrate resilience in 2026, but economists caution that several challenges could affect growth in the months ahead. While employment remains relatively strong and consumer spending continues to support economic activity, concerns over inflation, federal debt, and global instability continue to weigh on the nation’s outlook. By Christopher Todd Reporting from LA, California, USA May 14, 2026 Updated 9:30 p.m. ET The labor market remains on

For nearly 90 years, Social Security has served as a financial lifeline for millions of retired and disabled Americans. However, the program is facing a long-term funding challenge that could result in reduced benefits if Congress fails to act. By Jim Keegan Reporting from Austin, Texas, USA May 7, 2026 Updated 8:56 p.m. ET According to the latest projections from the Social Security Board of Trustees, the program’s trust fund reserves are expected to be depleted in the m