Economy News Consumers Have Been Propping Up The U S Economy When No One Else Could—now The Debts Are Being Called And They Can’t Pay Their Bills

We asked experts to rate the U.S. economy in 2025. Here's what they said.

The economy remained on track this year, defying the gloomiest predictions. That doesn't mean Americans are thrilled with how things are going. Read More

The U.S. economy grew robustly as Americans continued to spend

The data, which was delayed from October by the government shutdown, comes as the economy takes center stage for voters and the Trump administration. Read More

Consumers Spend, Driving 3Q GDP to 4.3% Growth, Even as They Express Concerns About the Economy

The Bureau of Economic Analysis issued a delayed first estimate of gross domestic product for the third quarter, showing a surprisingly strong 4.3% pace of growth. That was led by increased consumer ... Read More

Why so many Americans dislike this fast-growing economy

Data this week showed that the American economy is growing at its fastest pace in two years — and yet polling shows the mood on Main Street is grim. Read More

Is “Feeling Rich” Propping Up the Economy?

The wealth effect that’s driving our K-shaped economy… have we slipped into a new economic model?… why earnings are more important than ever… how to invest in light of this delicate system VIEW IN ... Read More