Mar 30 How the coronavirus’ economic toll could also affect public health By Gretchen Frazee Health economists emphasize that how the U.S. responds to this crisis will affect the number of people who die not only from the virus itself, but from the side effects of an economic downturn. Continue reading
Feb 27 U.S. economy grew 2.1 percent in Q4 2019 By Martin Crutsinger, Associated Press The economy grew at the end of last year, but damage from the spreading novel coronavirus is likely depressing growth in the current quarter and for 2020 as a whole. Continue reading
Feb 04 Trump is betting on the economy. Is it enough to win reelection? By Gretchen Frazee Analyses of past elections show that an improving economy gives incumbent presidents like Trump a distinct advantage. Continue reading
Dec 06 Column: To boost economic growth, support entrepreneurs By Victor W. Hwang, Ewing Marion Kauffman Foundation, John M. Bridgeland, Civic Hiding in plain sight is a vast opportunity to unite our nation and grow our economy. Continue reading
Nov 27 U.S. economy grew at a moderate 2.1% annual rate last quarter By Martin Crutsinger, Associated Press The growth was slightly faster than predicted, but many economists say they think growth is slowing sharply. Continue reading
Nov 05 Why a slowdown in manufacturing matters for the U.S. economy By Gretchen Frazee Manufacturing makes up a small portion of the U.S. economy, but if the sector stalls, it could drag down related industries and disproportionately affect parts of the country where factories employ thousands of people. Continue reading
Oct 18 China’s economic growth drops again By Joe McDonald, Associated Press China's economic growth slipped to 6% in the three months ending in September, down from the previous quarter's 6.2%. Continue reading
Sep 25 Watch 5:26 Taking stock of China’s growing power and prosperity When it comes to military, global economy, and global influence, the two most important countries in the world are China and the U.S. And in recent years, both sides of that rivalry have become more combative. For our new series,… Continue watching
Sep 04 Federal Reserve survey says growth is steady despite Trump’s trade wars By Christopher Rugaber, Associated Press In the Fed's latest report on economic conditions nationwide, hiring increased modestly in most industries, though manufacturing employment declined in some areas. Continue reading
Aug 29 2nd quarter GDP growth revised down slightly to 2 percent By Martin Crutsinger, Associated Press The new estimate was lower than the government's initial estimate a month ago of 2.1% annual growth. Continue reading