WASHINGTON — Consumer spending and inflation remain important factors shaping the outlook for U.S. businesses as companies assess household demand, operating expenses and the prospects for continued economic growth. The balance between consumers’ purchasing power and businesses’ ability to control

SAN JOSE — Semiconductor demand is continuing to support parts of the U.S. technology industry as companies invest in artificial intelligence, cloud computing and high-performance data centers. Despite volatility in technology stocks, recent business updates from suppliers of AI servers

WASHINGTON — The U.S. housing market is facing renewed pressure as elevated mortgage rates and construction expenses make homes harder to afford and complicate plans for residential development. Higher financing costs are affecting buyers and builders alike, while recent housing

NEW YORK — U.S. industrial companies are attracting renewed investor attention as quarterly earnings reports highlight pockets of resilient demand across manufacturing, equipment and business services. Strong results from selected companies have also helped support broader stock market performance during