Recession and Depression – Page 39

With Recession Looming, Big European Economies Still Show Some Growth

Germany surprised economists by expanding in the third quarter, but the French and Spanish economies both slowed down.

By Melissa Eddy

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US Economy Grew at 2.6% Annual Rate in Q3, GDP Report Shows

Gross domestic product increased 0.6 percent after two quarters of decline, but key components continue to show an economic slowdown.

By Ben Casselman

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Another Yield Curve Inversion Rings Recession Alarm Bells

A so-called inverted yield curve between three-month and 10-year interest rates is considered by Wall Street as a reliable sign of an impending economic slump.

By Joe Rennison

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Investing in the Shadow of a Recession

Recessions come in many varieties. Any would bring pain, but if history is a guide, stocks and bonds are likely to rise eventually, our columnist says.

By Jeff Sommer