Month: January 2025

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US economy growth slows at year’s end

During the last quarter of 2024, the growth of the United States economy slowed down, achieving an annualized rate of 2.3%, compared to the 3.1% seen in the previous quarter. This reduction happened even with strong consumer spending, which has consistently fueled economic activity.In the final quarter of 2024, the United States economy experienced a deceleration in growth, expanding at an annualized rate of 2.3%, a decline from the 3.1% observed in the preceding quarter. This slowdown occurred despite continued robust consumer spending, which has been a significant driver of economic activity.Household spending, a vital element of the country's economic…
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Border detentions in December remain stable, reaching lowest levels since 2020

Border detentions in December remain stable, reaching lowest levels since 2020

Border detentions for unauthorized crossings from Mexico into the United States in December showed little change from the previous month, maintaining the lowest levels since July 2020. A senior U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) official, speaking on condition on condition of anonymity, revealed Monday that December detentions are expected to finish near November's total of 46,612. The official added that preliminary data suggests around 44,000 arrests earlier this month. December marks the sixth consecutive month that detentions at the southern border were lower than the monthly averages seen in 2019, signaling a continued decline in unauthorized crossings. The official…
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Notre Dame vence a Indiana y avanza al Sugar Bowl contra Georgia

Notre Dame vence a Indiana y avanza al Sugar Bowl contra Georgia

No. 7-ranked Notre Dame earned a decisive 27-17 victory over No. 10 Indiana in the opening game of the expanded 12-team College Football Playoff on Friday night in South Bend, Indiana. The Fighting Irish now turn their attention to their highly anticipated matchup against top-seeded Georgia in the Sugar Bowl on Jan. 1. This win marked a significant moment for Notre Dame, as they demonstrated their defensive supremacy and postseason readiness in front of their home crowd. . The game started with a bang as Notre Dame's Jeremiyah Love stunned fans with a breathtaking 98-yard touchdown run. This first play…
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European markets slip in final full trading session of the year

European markets slip in final full trading session of the year

European stock markets traded lower on Monday in the last full trading session of 2024, as investors braced for a quiet end to the year. The pan-European Stoxx 600 index fell 0.5% in early afternoon trading in London, with most sectors posting losses. Technology, industrial and media stocks led the declines, while oil and gas stocks managed to post gains. Trading volumes remained light as markets across the region prepared to close early or remain closed until January 2 for the New Year holidays. Despite Monday's modest performance, European stocks are on track to end the year with moderate gains.…
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