Why it’s so hard to figure out the economy right now

The stock market keeps breaking records, but angst about the economy keeps befuddling politicians. The wealthy are getting wealthier, but everyone else feels somewhat left behind. The executive editor ...

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 economy – and seaweed – slow tourist flow to Mexico’s Caribbean resort town

The shaky US economy, insecurity and seaweed are impacting tourism in Tulum, a town in Mexico’s Yucatán Peninsula renowned for its idyllic beaches and archaeological wonders.

Wait, I thought the economy was terrible. What happened?

“The economy is struggling to create jobs. The unemployment rate is low but it’s now showing some stress,” Zandi said, adding ...

The tech revolution helping to bring Africa’s unbanked into the digital economy

At CNN’s Global Perspectives event, MTN Group Fintech set out how its mobile platform is unlocking financial inclusion in ...

US economy saw stronger-than-expected job growth in September, but the unemployment rate rose

The Labor Department is finally releasing the jobs report for September, which was delayed for weeks due to the government shutdown. It is expected to show the economy added around 50,000 jobs that ...

Vance pleads for ‘patience’ on the economy in sharp departure from Trump’s rhetoric

Vice President JD Vance on Thursday acknowledged that the Trump administration faces growing skepticism over its economic record, issuing a plea for patience ahead of what he predicted would be an ...

Home Depot’s business is stuck. That’s a bad sign for the economy

Consumers are cutting back on remodeling projects and big home upgrades. That’s hurting Home Depot’s business.

What to expect in Thursday’s jobs report

One of the most hotly anticipated economic reports is finally set to be released Thursday: The long-delayed jobs report for September, originally due on October 3. It marks the reopening of the ...

The US economy added 119,000 jobs in September, but unemployment rose to a nearly four-year high

One of the most hotly anticipated economic reports is finally set to be released Thursday: the long-delayed jobs report for September, originally due on October 3.
Opinion

Trump’s drive-thru affordability speech won’t fix his political woes over the economy

President Donald Trump proclaimed an economic golden age under the Golden Arches. But while he may have a regular guy’s taste in fast food, he’s looking oblivious to the wrenching price pressure ...

‘Everyone is hunkering down.’ The affordability crisis is rattling mom-and-pop shops

Surging import costs. Mounting payroll and healthcare expenses. A shortage of affordable loans. And a stressed-out workforce. Small businesses are facing mounting pressure from America’s affordability ...