Daily brief · September 23, 2026

Economic Updates and Releases

Recent announcements and data from the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Federal Reserve Board, and U.S. Treasury

The U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics has released new data on state employment and unemployment, import and export price indexes, and consumer price indexes. The Federal Reserve Board has announced approval of banking applications and issued enforcement actions. The U.S. Treasury has released statements and remarks from officials and announced operations to disrupt digital asset exchanges and sanction banks helping Iran evade sanctions.

Labor Statistics

The U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics has released new data on state employment and unemployment, with the most recent release on September 18, 2026. The Bureau has also released data on import and export price indexes and consumer price indexes.

Federal Reserve Announcements

The Federal Reserve Board has announced approval of banking applications, including those from BancFirst Corporation and National Westminster Bank Plc. The Board has also issued enforcement actions against former employees of several banks.

U.S. Treasury Releases

The U.S. Treasury has released statements and remarks from officials, including Deputy Secretary Francis Brooke and Secretary Scott Bessent. The Treasury has also announced operations to disrupt digital asset exchanges and sanction banks helping Iran evade sanctions.

What to watch next

  • Upcoming news releases from the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics
  • Future Federal Reserve Board announcements
  • U.S. Treasury statements and remarks

Official sources

  1. Source 1: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics newsroom
    Newsroom - U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics : U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics
  2. Source 2: Federal Reserve Board press releases
    Federal Reserve Board - Press Releases
  3. Source 3: U.S. Treasury press releases
    Press Releases | U.S. Department of the Treasury

Important: General information only—not financial, investment, tax, or legal advice. Verify important decisions with a qualified professional.