The economy has repeatedly defied predictions of a downturn since the pandemic recovery began. Now signs of strength contend with shakier readings.
Category: Recession and Depression
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Trump Blames Biden and Harris for Global Market Sell-Off
Former President Trump is trying to stoke economic angst, while Vice President Harris projects optimism.
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The Next Month in the Economy Could be Crucial for the Presidential Election
Former President Trump is trying to stoke economic angst, while Vice President Harris projects optimism.
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As Stock Markets Tumble, Traders Wonder if the Fed Could Make an Emergency Rate Cut
The Federal Reserve only cuts rates outside of scheduled meetings in extreme cases. Some investors think this could merit an emergency move, though others doubt it.
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Global Markets Tumble Amid Fears of a U.S. Hard Landing
Investors are focusing on slowing U.S. economic growth as calls for the Fed to cut interest rates grow louder.
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UK Shakes Off Recession as Economy Grows Faster Than Expected
Gross domestic product increased 0.6 percent in the first quarter, after shrinking the two previous quarters.
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Britain Shakes Off Recession as Economy Grows Faster Than Expected
Gross domestic product increased 0.6 percent in the first quarter, after shrinking the two previous quarters.
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What Will It Take for the Fed to Lower Interest Rates?
Stubbornly high inflation has scrambled the central bank’s outlook. Wall Street is now shifting focus to Friday’s jobs report for clues on its next move.
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Bank of England to Overhaul Its Forecasting After Inflation Surprises
The review, which was led by Ben S. Bernanke, a former Federal Reserve chair, came after the central bank had been criticized for underestimating inflation.
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Is the Boom-and-Bust Business Cycle Dead?
There is a growing view that the U.S. business cycle has changed (for better) in a more diversified economy. To some, that sounds like tempting fate.
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What History and Economics Suggest About Biden-Trump, Round 2
Underlying economic and market factors mattered in previous presidential rematches. They may help President Biden, even if polls aren’t showing that so far.