Most Americans take for granted that the food they purchase at the grocery store is safe to eat. But ensuring the safety of the food supply requires a coordinated effort involving scientific monitoring, regulatory oversight, and public...

Summer is peak road trip season in the United States, offering travelers a chance to explore new landscapes, visit national parks, and enjoy local culture - all at their own pace. But with inflation still lingering and consumer sentime...

As foreign trade policies shift under new federal initiatives, interest in American-made products is on the rise. With the recent announcement of a "reciprocal" tariff plan by the Trump Administration, many consumers are re-evaluating ...

With summer just around the corner, international travel is once again top of mind for millions of Americans traveling abroad and foreigners visiting the U.S. After several years of steady growth following the pandemic,1 projections fo...

As the U.S. economy enters a new political era, the commercial construction sector is at a crossroads. Much of the recent growth-particularly in manufacturing, logistics, and clean energy-was seeded by federal investment during the Bid...

Over the past 4 years, home affordability in the U.S. has rapidly deteriorated. A combination of home price growth, increases in mortgage rates, and income gains that have failed to keep pace has made it significantly harder for Americ...

"I deserve a little treat" has been popularized in memes and across social media over the last few years. It seems treat culture is now embraced by many as a relatively inexpensive way to find joy and satisfaction in everyday life - an...

Roadways are a vital component of infrastructure in the United States. The vast majority of goods are transported by truck, highlighting the economy's need for reliable roadways to connect supply chains and move goods and services effi...