US economy
Analysts Say Continuing GM Strike Could Lower Fourth-Quarter GDP
As inventory begins to run out at GM dealerships, the automaker could lose its brand-loyal customers to competitors.
Glenn Beck Sounds Alarm on Economy Over Repo Market: 'I'm Warning You'
The conservative BlazeTV host, who has made predictions of economic doom before, claimed the Fed is "printing money to bail out the banks again."
Most Voters Will Blame Donald Trump if America Enters Recession: Poll
President Donald Trump has pointed the finger at the Federal Reserve amid talk of a recession, but voters are looking at him.
Former Fed Chairs Warn Trump Not to Mix Politics and Monetary Policy
"Are you listening Federal Reserve? This is a major violation which will greatly weaken China over time!" Trump Tweeted
Trump Losing Support for His Handling of the Economy
CNBC survey shows President Donald Trump's approval rating on the economy is still in positive territory but has fallen since summer 2018.
Most Americans Want More Government Help in Their Lives
Almost half of Americans are struggling to meet their daily costs, despite working, and a majority want more financial help from the government, according to a new report.
WH Adviser: Economy May See Zero Growth Due to Shutdown
"The second-quarter number would be humongous if the government reopened. It would be like 4 or 5 percent," Kevin Hassett, chairman of Trump's Council of Economic Advisers, told CNN.
Half of CFOs Predict Recession by End of Next Year
An overwhelming majority of U.S. chief financial officers say the economy will sink into a recession by the end of Trump's first term in 2020, and about half say it will happen next year.
Trump's Top Economic Adviser Wrong About Deficit
Larry Kudlow says the federal deficit is "coming down rapidly." The reality is very different.
U.S. National Debt Adds $1 Trillion in 6 Months
Analysts expect the country to sink deeper into debt and predict that recent tax and spending legislation has made the situation worse.
China to Overtake U.S. as Top Economy in Next 15 Years
China is expected to overtake the United States as the world's top economy in the next 15 years, but President Donald Trump and Chinese President Xi Jinping have conflicting views on globalization.
Trump's Infrastructure Plan Is Actually Pence's
If you want a peek at Trump's grandiose infrastructure plan, look at how Indiana rode the privatization of public roads into a ditch.
North Korea War Talk Strikes Stock Markets
President Donald Trump is finally having a real impact on the economy, but not in a good way.
Even Republicans Are Backing Away From Trump
In just over a week, the president lost 6 points from Republican supporters, according to a new poll.
The Rich Are Too Rich, Says Warren Buffett
Warren Buffett has said that income in America is too concentrated in the pockets of the richest few.
Trump's Unrealistic Pledge to Revive Manufacturing Jobs
Even if the president is able to promote the expansion of manufacturing jobs, they're not necessarily coming to the Rust Belt towns that used to rely on them.
Is America in Another Housing Bubble?
Home prices are vulnerable to potential shocks at their current levels.
Is Trump's Strength on the Economy Actually a Weakness?
One Democratic super PAC believes this is where the president should be attacked.
U.S. Unemployment Drops to 4.6 Percent
With the jobless rate at a more than nine-year low, Federal Reserve is expected to raise interest rates.
Does Globalization Really Hurt America's Interests?
Because Americans have access to inexpensive items, they can have more money to spend on other things, which benefits everyone.
Economic Growth Suffers Setback in U.S.
Consumer spending slows and strong dollar undercuts exports; labor market seen leading rebound.
An Era of $20 Oil? Not So Fast
Oil majors are counting on the repeal of America's 40-year ban on exporting crude oil to shore up prices.
Is the Great Recession Gone for Good?
The Fed's optimism about growth in the U.S. economy will be challenged.
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?
Americans Aren't Ready for an Interest Rate Hike
The rich are feeling better, but the average citizen has not seen much benefit from the recovery yet.
Why We Celebrate Labor Day Has Never Been More Relevant
A "Second Gilded Age" has brought levels of inequality not seen since labor unions first organized.
The Importance of Defense Spending to the Economy
Deficits should remain at tolerable levels. So defense budgets don't need to be squeezed unduly.
Rising Inequality Is Holding Back the U.S. Economy
As a higher share goes to the well-to-do, the household sector recycles less into spending, which slows growth.
Kissinger: What We Can Learn Today From the Marshall Plan
America should cultivate, with Western Europe, a vital Atlantic partnership that embraces the cultures of the universe.
How Green Is the U.S. Economy?
Are the largest companies in the U.S. economy helping or hurting the environment and society?