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Douglas A. McIntyre | Jan 11, 2017 at 6:15 AM EST

World Economic Growth to Rise by 2.7%, Hampered by Latin America — World Bank

The World Bank has come out with its 2017 economic forecast, and the numbers are distressing. Trouble Latin America will…

Paul Ausick | Jan 10, 2017 at 7:35 AM EST

Small Business Optimism Jumps to 12-Year High in December

The National Federation of Small Business reported Tuesday that its optimism index has reached its highest level since 2004. Half…

Douglas A. McIntyre | Jan 9, 2017 at 7:00 AM EST

How Much Will Trump’s Mexican Wall Cost?

President-elect Donald Trump says that his proposed wall between Mexico and much of the southern U.S. border will cost $8…

Douglas A. McIntyre | Jan 6, 2017 at 8:50 AM EST

Will Detroit’s Population Stop Shrinking?

For all the excitement about the rebuilding of Detroit and the money that has been put into its downtown by…

Jon C. Ogg | Jan 4, 2017 at 2:33 PM EST

Fed Minutes for December 2016 Talk All Around Post-Election Policies, Without Naming Trump

The Federal Reserve has released its minutes of the December 13 – 14 (2016) FOMC meeting. It turns out that…

Paul Ausick | Jan 3, 2017 at 10:50 AM EST

New Construction Spending Jumps in November

Construction spending in November rose more than analysts expected. For the first 11 months of last year, new construction spending…

Douglas A. McIntyre | Jan 3, 2017 at 6:15 AM EST

China’s Growth Turns Hot Again With Best PMI Result in 4 Years

China's PMI took an unexpected jump in December, a sign that its economy may be not be slowing as much…

Jon C. Ogg | Dec 30, 2016 at 12:20 PM EST

Does a Slower Chicago PMI Reading for December Matter?

New orders and order backlogs led the Chicago Business Barometer's bigger than expected decline in December.

Jon C. Ogg | Dec 30, 2016 at 12:05 PM EST

5 National Economic Events That Mattered This Week

24/7 Wall St. wanted to offer a quick hit look at five U.S. economic data points combined. Four are actual…

Paul Ausick | Dec 29, 2016 at 1:36 PM EST

Americans Who Didn’t Pay Cash Added $1,000 in Holiday Debt

If you borrowed money to pay for holiday gifts this year, chances are you didn’t plan to do so. And…

Jon C. Ogg | Dec 27, 2016 at 11:05 AM EST

Consumer Confidence Continues Its Post-Election Surge in December

Consumer confidence has surged following the November 8 election. However, the latest gains are actually mixed, even if the new…

Douglas A. McIntyre | Dec 26, 2016 at 7:57 AM EST

31 States That Won’t Raise Minimum Wage Next Year

Based on 24/7 Wall St. coverage, 19 states will raise their minimum wages in 2017, so 31 won’t. These are…

Paul Ausick | Dec 25, 2016 at 7:47 AM EST

Is It Worth $60,000 to You to Delay Retirement?

When the new Trump administration and all-Republican Congress takes office next month, one issue that appears to be high on…

Douglas A. McIntyre | Dec 24, 2016 at 9:35 AM EST

10,000 Tons of Plastic Dumped Into Great Lakes Each Year

Researchers estimate 10,000 metric tons of plastic enter Great Lakes every year. Are the cleanup funds enough to clear up…

Douglas A. McIntyre | Dec 23, 2016 at 10:48 AM EST

Consumer Confidence Rushes Higher — University of Michigan

The announcement: As unexpected as Donald Trump’s presidential election, consumers expressed much more positive economic expectations following his victory. While…

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World Economic Growth to Rise by 2.7%, Hampered by Latin America — World Bank

Small Business Optimism Jumps to 12-Year High in December

How Much Will Trump’s Mexican Wall Cost?

Will Detroit’s Population Stop Shrinking?

Fed Minutes for December 2016 Talk All Around Post-Election Policies, Without Naming Trump

New Construction Spending Jumps in November

China’s Growth Turns Hot Again With Best PMI Result in 4 Years

Does a Slower Chicago PMI Reading for December Matter?

5 National Economic Events That Mattered This Week

Americans Who Didn’t Pay Cash Added $1,000 in Holiday Debt

Consumer Confidence Continues Its Post-Election Surge in December

31 States That Won’t Raise Minimum Wage Next Year

Is It Worth $60,000 to You to Delay Retirement?

10,000 Tons of Plastic Dumped Into Great Lakes Each Year

Consumer Confidence Rushes Higher — University of Michigan

Social Security’s $255 Death Benefit Hasn’t Changed Since the 1950s. Here’s What Survivors Actually Need.

Why Claiming Social Security at 62 Locks In a 30 Percent Benefit Cut for the Rest of Your Life

The $1.5 Million 401(k) Tax Trap: How Bracket Smoothing Saves Retirees From 40% Effective Rates

Social Security's $255 Death Benefit Hasn't Changed Since the 1950s. Here's What Survivors Actually Need.

Why Claiming Social Security at 62 Locks In a 30 Percent Benefit Cut for the Rest of Your Life

Social Security’s $255 Death Benefit Hasn’t Changed Since the 1950s. Here’s What Survivors Actually Need.

Why Claiming Social Security at 62 Locks In a 30 Percent Benefit Cut for the Rest of Your Life

Economy Articles

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World Economic Growth to Rise by 2.7%, Hampered by Latin America — World Bank

Small Business Optimism Jumps to 12-Year High in December

How Much Will Trump’s Mexican Wall Cost?

Will Detroit’s Population Stop Shrinking?

Fed Minutes for December 2016 Talk All Around Post-Election Policies, Without Naming Trump

New Construction Spending Jumps in November

China’s Growth Turns Hot Again With Best PMI Result in 4 Years

Does a Slower Chicago PMI Reading for December Matter?

5 National Economic Events That Mattered This Week

Americans Who Didn’t Pay Cash Added $1,000 in Holiday Debt

Consumer Confidence Continues Its Post-Election Surge in December

31 States That Won’t Raise Minimum Wage Next Year

Is It Worth $60,000 to You to Delay Retirement?

10,000 Tons of Plastic Dumped Into Great Lakes Each Year

Consumer Confidence Rushes Higher — University of Michigan

Social Security’s $255 Death Benefit Hasn’t Changed Since the 1950s. Here’s What Survivors Actually Need.

Why Claiming Social Security at 62 Locks In a 30 Percent Benefit Cut for the Rest of Your Life

The $1.5 Million 401(k) Tax Trap: How Bracket Smoothing Saves Retirees From 40% Effective Rates

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