Economy News Gdp May Paint A Sunny Picture Of The Economy, But This Number Tells A Different Story

GDP is up, but one expert says the US outlook still isn't safe

The headline numbers look like a victory lap. The US just logged an annualized GDP gain of 4.3%, a pace that would normally signal a booming economy and vindicate talk of a "soft landing." Yet some of ... Read More

GDP growth paints a rosy picture of the economy — but most Americans have a major problem with it

Higher GDP indicates increased consumer spending, but it’s only a small part of the population that is doing so. The report suggests that higher-income consumers were the reason for increased consumer ... Read More

2026 Beckons With the Economy Showing Signs of Strength

Despite the headwinds of tariffs and a decline in immigration, the economy fared better than most expected in 2025. Read More

Strong GDP And Rising Profits Set Up A Resilient US Economy For 2026

A robust GDP print, profit growth, and 2026 policy tailwinds show why the U.S. economy may stay resilient despite labor‑market weakness and lingering recession worries. Read More

Credit Card And BNPL Lenders Paint A Brighter-Than-Expected Picture Of The Economy

Despite weak consumer sentiment and economic headwinds, major credit card issuers show resilience in consumer credit health. JPMorgan Chase, American Express, Capital One, and Klarna report stable or ... Read More

An unusual trend in the economy is worrying the Fed

Something in the US economy isn’t adding up, and it’s rattling the people charged with wrangling inflation and keeping the labor market intact. US companies have sharply slowed their hiring this year, ... Read More

The economy is dragging, but the stock market is thriving. Why?

From jobs to housing to grocery prices, the U.S. economy has been weakening for months. But the stock market is telling a different story, thanks to a handful of companies called the Magnificent 7: ... Read More