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Spain’s economy keeps growing — why is the country doing so well?

Spain's gross domestic product surpassed expectations in the second quarter, growing 0.7%, above a forecast of 0.6%. Investment and consumption are the main key drivers for this growth, as well as a ... 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

What if the economy is doing well?

Wall Street is bullish on 2026, with many calls seeing a re-accelerating economy. Why it matters: The economic vibes don't feel great, but the data has yet to indicate a sharp slowdown. With several ... Read More

Why the U.S. Economy Has Remained Stronger Than Expected

The U.S. economy's aggregate indicators have remained quite robust despite dire warnings about tariffs and other policy changes. Read More

If the economy is good, why do some Americans still feel like everything is 'falling apart'?

Even with strong GDP growth and a booming stock market, 'there's something in the water right now that doesn't feel right' Confused by a tide of conflicting information, many Americans worry that the ... Read More

How is the economy doing during the government shutdown? An economist weighs in

NPR's Steve Inskeep speaks with Moody's Chief Economist Mark Zandi about the strength of the economy during the government shutdown. Well, what is a good assessment of the economy, given that we've ... Read More

LARRY KUDLOW: The economy is doing better than you think

Everybody is going to focus on jobs and the economy tomorrow when the August employment report is published at 8:30 in the morning. The consensus number for non-farm payrolls is 75,000, but all I can ... Read More

Why has America’s economy gone K-shaped?

The rich get richer and the poor get poorer. That old saying has taken on a new label in 2025. America’s economy is increasingly “K-shaped.” The term is used to describe when “wealthy consumers do ... Read More

Like it or not, we’re all living in the AI economy now

Despite uncertainty over trade policy, a government shutdown, and signals that the labor market is cooling, U.S. stock indices have hit record highs this month, largely driven by investment in ... Read More

The Economy Looks Shaky. So, Why Is The Stock Market Surging?

Diccon Hyatt is an experienced financial and economics reporter. He's written hundreds of articles breaking down complex financial topics in plain language, emphasizing the impact that economic ... Read More

Why millennials feel hopeless about the economy

Rich millennials are doing OK, but they feel terrible about their finances and the economy. They're comparing themselves to peers and boomer parents. Read More