WASHINGTON — An inflation measure closely tracked by the Federal Reserve remained low last month, extending a trend of cooling price increases that clears the way for the Fed to start cutting its key interest rate next month for the first time in 4 1/2 years. Prices rose just 0.2% from ...
Central Susquehanna Opportunities has announced the promotion of Abby Dale to supervisor, EARN (Employment Advancement and Retention Network) for the Central Workforce Development Region. In this new role, Abby will be responsible for ensuring the success of the region’s EARN program. This ...
WILLIAMSPORT — Marshall, Parker & Weber, LLC, an elder law, and estate planning law firm, has announced that Managing Principal Tammy A. Weber and Principal Matthew J. Parker, have been selected by their peers for inclusion in The Best Lawyers in America 2025 Edition. Both Attorney Weber and Attorney Parker were selected in two fields: Elder Law and Trusts and Estates. Attorney Weber said, “Matt and I are honored to receive this designation and share the recognition with our excellent staff. We are grateful to have a caring team with whom we work to serve our ...
NEW YORK (AP) — Walmart had another quarter of strong sales that topped almost all expectations with its comparatively low prices proving a powerful draw for millions who have struggled with rising costs for housing, groceries and almost everything else. The nation’s largest retailer raised its full-year outlook and executives said their customers may still be holding out for deals, but they’re not seeing any signs that they’re fraying. “So far, we aren’t experiencing a weaker consumer overall,” CEO Doug McMillon told industry analysts Thursday. Evidence of a ...
WASHINGTON (AP) — Americans stepped up their spending at retailers last month by the most in a year and a half, easing concerns that the economy might be weakening under the pressure of higher prices and elevated interest rates. The Commerce Department reported Thursday that retail sales jumped 1% from June to July, the biggest such increase since January 2023, after having declined slightly the previous month. Auto dealers, electronics and appliance stores and grocery stores all reported strong sales gains. The July retail sales data provided reassurance that the U.S. economy, ...
The Lock Haven Express featured seven articles to assist small business owners and this last feature offers ways to timely access challenges and address solutions. Early warning signs often signal dangerous swamp waters with the first being a revenue decline. Perhaps this decline is due ...
