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K-shaped economy: Why the wealthy are thriving as most Americans fall behind

The markets have climbed higher despite continuing concerns around the shutdown, tariffs and inflation. The S&P 500 and ...

Nobel economics prize recognizes creative destruction in innovation, growth

The Nobel Memorial Prize was awarded to economists Joel Mokyr, Philippe Aghion and Peter Howitt, who study the effects of ...

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.

Will the federal government shutdown last long enough to hurt the U.S. economy?

A lengthy government shutdown would only complicate the employment picture and possibly further erode consumer confidence.