Global Economy
U.S. Third-Quarter Growth Could Be Late Election Boost for Trump
President Donald Trump regularly polls strongly on the economy, one of the few advantages he has over his rival, Democratic nominee Joe Biden.
China Outshines U.S. as First Major Economy to Recover From Pandemic
China's economy grew 4.9 percent between July and September compared to the same quarter last year, a little slower than expected but signaling a strong recovery.
The U.S. Is a 'Black Hole,' Chinese State Media Says
"The reality is that global economic growth is closely linked to trade, and raising tariffs will inevitably reduce the volume of trade and drive down business confidence," the article argued.
Billionaires Control $6 Trillion, Most Since 1900s
More than 1,500 billionaires now control $6 trillion, more than at any period since America's Gilded Age at the end of the 19th century.
Case for Technoskepticism: How Innovation Hurts Workers
Technological change has had a far greater impact on U.S. jobs than any trade deal.
Does Theresa May Know What She's Doing With Brexit?
The British prime minister doesn't yet have the answers to the big questions raised by Brexit.
How Africa Can Benefit From Brexit
African countries have taken advantage of new trade opportunities—Brexit may provide another.
How Brexit Fears Are Shaking the Currency Markets
While currency fluctuations are not abnormal, the high degree of volatility now is.
Panama Papers: Top Ten Global Tax Havens
The Financial Secrecy Index has named the most secretive states across the world.
U.S. Stocks Are Up While Yellen Warns of Global Risks
Fears of a China-led global slowdown, along with oil's steep slide, have dampened the market's expectations for a hike.
China Stops Trading Again as Shares Plummet
This is the second time this week that shares have fallen, amid growing investor concern for China.
As Fed Deliberates, World Awaits 'Liftoff'
A small hike in U.S. interest rates is almost inevitable on Wednesday. The big question is: What happens next?
China is Eager to Invest Trillions Abroad. Is the World Ready?
As its stocks slump, Beijing plans to ease restrictions on overseas investments. Can the global economy withstand the flood?
Oil Rallies As Bullish Signals Promise Second Weekly Gain
Oil prices remain roughly 50% below their peak from the middle of last year.
Facebook Claims It Boosted World Economy by $220 Billion
A report, commissioned by Facebook, says it supported over a million jobs in the U.S. alone.