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Trump's tariffs and trade policies will improve the economy. Give him time. | Opinion

Optics are not everything when it comes to the economy, but they are something. Right now, Americans are souring on Trump's economy. Read More

Does the U.S. have a 'K-shaped economy'? What it means for you.

Upper-income Americans are doing better, while low- and moderate-income households are falling behind. Why does that matter? Read More

Elon Musk predicts reshaping of US economy

Tesla CEO Elon Musk believes his company’s forays into humanoid robotics and broader technological developments could lead to a drastic reshaping of the American and global economies. Read More

‘Jenga Tower’ US Economy Teeters as Middle Class Pulls Back Spending

The surprising resilience of the US economy this year is masking underlying weakness among low- and middle-income households, as higher-income Americans continue to drive growth. Read More

Americans more worried about finding jobs as inflation persists under Trump

Nearly half of Americans lack confidence in finding a good job under Trump, a new AP–NORC poll shows. Inflation and rising costs for essentials are fueling widespread financial stress. Trump’s low ... Read More

The government shutdown is reaching a tipping point that could send the economy into a downward spiral

The economic impact of the government shutdown has been relatively muted so far, but with the stalemate now entering its fourth week — and threatening to be the longest ever — economists are growing ... Read More

Shutdown could cost US economy $15 billion a week, Treasury says

Bessent earlier estimated cost of shutdown at up to $15 billion a day Bessent says shutdown is cutting 'into muscle' of US economy US Treasury chief says deficit was lower in fiscal 2025 Bessent says ... Read More