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
Aug 22 Watch 6:25 Why skyrocketing federal debt will mean the next recession is harder to overcome The Congressional Budget Office says the U.S. deficit is reaching its highest levels since the end of World War II, when considered as a share of the total economy. In the next decade, it's projected to grow by $800 billion… Continue watching
Aug 19 Majority of economists expect a recession by 2021, survey finds By Associated Press Thirty-four percent of economists surveyed by the National Association for Business Economics said they believe a slowing economy will tip into recession in 2021, while 38% predict a recession will occur in 2020. Continue reading
Jul 30 What is GDP and is it the best way to measure the economy? By Gretchen Frazee Since the Great Recession, economists have increasingly questioned whether GDP is the best way to measure an economy’s health, and whether it disregards key factors that affect people’s well-being. Continue reading
Jul 15 China's economic growth drops to lowest in 26 years By Joe McDonald, Associated Press The world's second-largest economy grew 6.2% over a year ago, down from the previous quarter's 6.4%, government data showed Monday. Continue reading