Economy News Experts Say The Economy Is Getting Better, But Consumers Don’t Feel That Way Here’s Why

Here’s what the latest inflation and spending data reveals about the US economy

Key monthly metrics from the US government continue to be released now that the shutdown has ended. Next up: September wholesale inflation and retail sales. Read More

Consumer spending is the U.S. economy's main driver. Here's how it's doing

NPR's Ayesha Rascoe talks to Bankrate analyst Ted Rossman about consumer spending and debt, and what it tells us about the overall health of the economy. Read More

This burrito is everything you need to know about America’s economy

Fact 1: America’s economy and stock market keep growing, buoyed by robust consumer spending and AI mega-growth. Fact 2: Hiring is at a standstill, inflation is rising, loan defaults are abundant and ... Read More

Top economist on the economy’s dirty truth: The only people who feel good are ‘making over $200,000’ and ‘have large stock portfolios’

Inflation may be increasing at a slower pace than expected, the markets might be cheering, and the Fed will likely soon be cutting, but Diane Swonk isn’t popping Champagne. The veteran economist says ... Read More

‘A way you can invest’: Shopping locally is good for families and economy, business leaders say

The impact of supporting local businesses is greater than shoppers might realize, business experts say. When people buy goods and services from local businesses – whether that’s a mom-and-pop clothing ... Read More

How bad is Trump’s economy? Election results say it’s very bad, and getting worse

This is read by an automated voice. Please report any issues or inconsistencies here. The economy was robust and growing under President Biden. President Trump has reversed the trend. It was Bill ... Read More

CBS News poll finds rising concern over government shutdown impact on economy, Americans personally

Anthony Salvanto, Ph.D., is CBS News' executive director of elections and surveys. He oversees the CBS News Poll and all surveys across topics and heads the CBS News Decision Desk that estimates ... Read More

It’s Trump’s Economy Now and Americans Don’t Seem to Love It

(Bloomberg) -- President Donald Trump has been back in office long enough for Americans to expect at least glimmers of the economic golden age he promised. Instead, warning signals are flashing. Read More