A record number of U.S. workers seek unemployment benefits
Economists estimate that 20 million Americans could lose their jobs by month's end
- April 2, 2020 April 2, 2020
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Economists estimate that 20 million Americans could lose their jobs by month's end
The economic rescue package would expand unemployment benefits, provide a program for small businesses and give direct payments to most Americans
The goal is to ensure states and cities can borrow at low cost
“The public demands fast action,” said the central bank’s new governor
Experts weigh in on whether stimulus packages will be enough
The ECB decided to buy up to 120 billion euros more in bonds this year
The cut took the main rate to a record-low 0.25%
Services continued to be the main driver of price gains
The SEC said operations would not be affected
The economy was in strong shape before fears of the the coronavirus escalated