The US economy has been in something of a Through the Looking Glass era for the past few years: Nothing is as it seems. In terms of inflation and the labor market, there’s been a curious disconnect ...

It’s December, which means it’s time for economists to publish their forecasts for the upcoming year. Given all the political, economic, and social concerns, the crystal ball is fuzzy. However, the ...

Fed’s third 2025 cut sparks recession fears as labor softens and liquidity concerns builds. Layoffs exceed 1.2 million and small-business bankruptcies surge, flashing recession signals. Analysts warn ...

The probability that the National Bureau of Economic Research will someday determine a national recession began in the U.S. between December 2025 and December 2026 has fallen below twenty percent.

'Tis the season to be jolly. That is, unless you're a worker who was banking on getting a seasonal job and haven't been able to find one this season. Every year, American retailers hire extra help as ...