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A new AI-powered recycling facility in Tennessee just doubled America's capacity to turn scrap metal into high-quality aluminum, keeping 240 million pounds of materials in the U.S. economy each year. The technology uses 95% less energy than mining new aluminum and went from installation to producing sellable material in just one week.
American employers defied expectations by adding 115,000 jobs in April, nearly double what experts predicted amid a global energy crisis. The resilient job market shows the economy staying strong even as gas prices surge past $4.50 per gallon.
California's economy grew 5% in 2025, reaching a record $4.25 trillion and outpacing every other state for the 16th straight year. The Golden State now represents nearly 14% of the entire U.S. economy.
The U.S. economy surprised experts by adding 178,000 jobs in March, nearly triple what economists predicted. Asian American unemployment fell, and job gains spanned healthcare, construction, and transportation sectors.
The American job market is bouncing back with 130,000 new positions added in January—the biggest monthly gain in over a year—while unemployment fell for the second straight month. Workers are staying employed and businesses are keeping layoffs low, creating a foundation for continued economic growth.