As the country with the world’s most powerful economy, America is undoubtedly the engine that keeps the rest of the world moving. The dollar is the unofficial global currency, and all 50 states contribute…
The American economy has expanded nearly every year since 2010, with the sole exception of 2020, the year large segments of the U.S. economy were shut down to prevent the spread of COVID-19. Growth…
Before he rose to the office of President of the United States, Donald Trump was first and foremost, a developer. As such, the Trump brand was everywhere, including, most famously, on the side of…
Income inequality and poverty in the United States have become so bad that it has started attracting international attention. UNICEF announced in 2013 that the United States has the second-highest child poverty rate in…
The U.S. economy is proving stronger and more resilient than many of its peers on the world stage. According to the World Bank, American gross domestic product expanded by 2.9% in 2023, outperforming the…
Donald Trump’s ongoing trade wars with China, Mexico, and Canada threaten to damage the American economy, with experts and citizens alike looking for a safe way out. What are those off-ramps, and what can…
The American Dream is an increasingly difficult goal for millions of Americans, and it is becoming clear that a majority of people will soon be unable to afford it. All the increases in productivity…
Border Enforcement and Interdiction of Drugs and Human Trafficking – A National Economic Emergency Several weeks ago, President Donald Trump declared a National Economic State of Emergency, with the intention to use tariffs and…
U.S. treasury securities are deeply connected to national debt. The definition of treasury securities is complicated, as they are inherently linked to national debt. At their core, they are “debt instruments” that the U.S.…
In America, it seems that everything is taxed, from the food on your table to the gas in your car to the land your home sits on. Local governments are responsible for charging property…
The cost of gasoline in California is near $5 per gallon. High gas prices have a significant effect on the local economy.
There are many more expenses to consider when buying a home than merely the cost of the house. Every year homeowners must cover the expensive cost of property taxes, which can be considerably higher…
With the sole exception of 2020, the year large segments of the U.S. economy were shut down to prevent the spread of COVID-19, American gross domestic product increased every year since 2009. This consistent,…
In the current post-pandemic era, many Americans are still struggling to afford usual household expenses. According to a recent study from the U.S. Census Bureau, just over 60% of adults in the United States…
Change in gross domestic product over time is perhaps the most comprehensive and widely cited indicator of overall economic health for any country or region. And by this measure, the U.S. has outperformed many…
