The economy is reliant on the ‘fortunes of the well-to-do’ says Moody’s—if the ultra-rich get nervy that means recession

Mark Zandi says of the rich: "If they turn more cautious, for whatever reason, the economy has a big problem." ... Read More

Donald Trump Lauds Economic Success, Yet Public Sentiment Tells A Different Story

The U.S. economy, despite being hailed as robust by President Trump, has failed to win over the American voters. Read More

The big problem with the White House’s spin about the economy

But in this White House, every day’s news must be characterized as a spectacular success. So what to do when the fantasy doesn’t match reality? First, you get rid of the messengers, as when Trump ... Read More

Americans Doubt Trump on Economy Despite Strong Economic Data

Since taking office, Trump has consistently struggled to win public confidence on the economy. Although economic indicators suggest stability, skepticism has kept his approval rating on the issue ... Read More

American consumers are getting nervous about inflation again. For now, they’re still spending

Americans are still opening their wallets, with unemployment remaining low and businesses blunting the effects of President Donald Trump’s widespread tariffs. But consumers remain skittish over ... Read More

Freedom economy rising: Why skipping college may be the smartest career move

While millions of young Americans are drowning in college debt and degrees that don’t always lead to well-paying jobs, a growing number are proving success doesn’t require a diploma — just grit, ... Read More