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Douglas A. McIntyre | Apr 17, 2017 at 4:58 AM EDT

China’s Economy Grew 6.9% in Q1

China's double-digit GDP grow is well behind it. However, its economy continues to expand at impressive levels, particularly because, among…

Paul Ausick | Apr 14, 2017 at 9:20 AM EDT

North Korean Economy by the Numbers

North Korea is one of the poorest countries on earth with an estimated gross domestic product of around $40 billion.

Paul Ausick | Apr 13, 2017 at 11:20 AM EDT

7 Financial Worries of Older US Consumers

U.S. consumers over the age of 50 have some serious concerns about their financial futures and eventual retirement. Innovation in…

Lee Jackson | Apr 13, 2017 at 8:20 AM EDT

Top Strategist Very Bullish for the Next Year, but Then Look Out After

A new Stifel research report makes the case that the next year still has some positive tailwinds, but starting in…

Paul Ausick | Apr 11, 2017 at 10:55 AM EDT

Tax Return Filing Deadline Brings Out the Scammers

Tax returns for last year must be mailed by Monday, April 18. Cybercriminals have been busy this year, stealing personal…

Paul Ausick | Apr 10, 2017 at 12:15 PM EDT

For Large Purchases and Small, Credit Cards Pay the Bill

More Americans are using credit cards to make purchases of less than $5. And among some age groups, large credit…

Douglas A. McIntyre | Apr 8, 2017 at 8:36 AM EDT

Black Unemployment Rate at 8.1%

The unemployment rate among black Americans was more than 8% in March, well above the national rate.

Douglas A. McIntyre | Apr 8, 2017 at 8:15 AM EDT

Q1 GDP May Have Only Risen 0.6%, According to Atlanta Fed

The Atlanta Fed's most recent addition of the calculations shows that U.S. gross domestic product rose only 0.6% in the…

Jon C. Ogg | Apr 7, 2017 at 9:10 AM EDT

Disappointing Payrolls Report for March, With Payrolls Revised Lower for February and January

The latest employment situation report from the Bureau of Labor Statistics simultaneously may be blamed on weather and may question…

Douglas A. McIntyre | Apr 5, 2017 at 6:10 AM EDT

US Tornado Count Doubles, Heads Toward Record

Likely, when the final count is made, 2017 will pass 2008 as the year with the most tornadoes during the…

Paul Ausick | Apr 4, 2017 at 10:50 AM EDT

Are International Visitors Really Avoiding the US?

Have policies and other pronouncements from the Trump administration had an impact on international travel to the United States?

Jon C. Ogg | Mar 30, 2017 at 11:20 AM EDT

Higher GDP Largely Ignored by the Markets

Gross domestic product is how economists, consumers, politicians and academia all measure economic growth. GDP in the United States is…

Jon C. Ogg | Mar 29, 2017 at 12:25 PM EDT

Expect More Federal Reserve Rate Hikes in 2017

If the Federal Reserve and the financial markets are correct, 2017 will end up being the year that interest rates…

Jon C. Ogg | Mar 28, 2017 at 11:20 AM EDT

Why Consumer Confidence Soared Off the Charts in March

Unusual strength in confidence readings has been the standout feature of the post-election economy. The consumer confidence index has yet…

Douglas A. McIntyre | Mar 28, 2017 at 10:50 AM EDT

March Consumer Confidence Index Hits 16-Year High

March's Consumer Confidence Index reached a 16-year high, according to the Conference Board.

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Economy Articles

All Economy Articles

China’s Economy Grew 6.9% in Q1

North Korean Economy by the Numbers

7 Financial Worries of Older US Consumers

Top Strategist Very Bullish for the Next Year, but Then Look Out After

Tax Return Filing Deadline Brings Out the Scammers

For Large Purchases and Small, Credit Cards Pay the Bill

Black Unemployment Rate at 8.1%

Q1 GDP May Have Only Risen 0.6%, According to Atlanta Fed

Disappointing Payrolls Report for March, With Payrolls Revised Lower for February and January

US Tornado Count Doubles, Heads Toward Record

Are International Visitors Really Avoiding the US?

Higher GDP Largely Ignored by the Markets

Expect More Federal Reserve Rate Hikes in 2017

Why Consumer Confidence Soared Off the Charts in March

March Consumer Confidence Index Hits 16-Year High

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A $750,000 Portfolio That Quietly Pays You More Than the Average Social Security Check

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A $750,000 Portfolio That Quietly Pays You More Than the Average Social Security Check

How Far Does $10,000 a Month in Retirement at Age 65 Really Go in 2026?

Economy Articles

All Economy Articles

China’s Economy Grew 6.9% in Q1

North Korean Economy by the Numbers

7 Financial Worries of Older US Consumers

Top Strategist Very Bullish for the Next Year, but Then Look Out After

Tax Return Filing Deadline Brings Out the Scammers

For Large Purchases and Small, Credit Cards Pay the Bill

Black Unemployment Rate at 8.1%

Q1 GDP May Have Only Risen 0.6%, According to Atlanta Fed

Disappointing Payrolls Report for March, With Payrolls Revised Lower for February and January

US Tornado Count Doubles, Heads Toward Record

Are International Visitors Really Avoiding the US?

Higher GDP Largely Ignored by the Markets

Expect More Federal Reserve Rate Hikes in 2017

Why Consumer Confidence Soared Off the Charts in March

March Consumer Confidence Index Hits 16-Year High

A $750,000 Portfolio That Quietly Pays You More Than the Average Social Security Check

How Far Does $10,000 a Month in Retirement at Age 65 Really Go in 2026?

Can This Texas Couple Survive on One Income While She Chases a Writing Dream?

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