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How does today's economic recovery stack up?
Chris Farrell Oct 11, 2012
Republicans have been calling it the weakest recovery in U.S. history, but comparing recessions and recoveries has become incredibly controversial because, as in the case of much of economics, it all depends.
Markets await Beige Book with moderate optimism
Jeff Horwich Oct 10, 2012
This afternoon the Federal Reserve will release the Beige Book -- it's summary of economic conditions across various regions of the country,
Midwest rancher recovers from drought
Kai Ryssdal Oct 4, 2012
Recent rain in Missouri has helped drought-stricken farmers. Cattle rancher Ken Lenox says the grass is practically jumping out of the ground. Despite the promise of new feed, hay prices remain high, and ranchers are closely guarding what they have.
The hidden side of U.S. economic growth: Is it over?
Kai Ryssdal Oct 3, 2012
As President Obama and Mitt Romney practice their talking points and zingers on the American economy, Freakonomics reveals why we may never get big-time economic growth back.
Retailers expecting strong holiday sales
Juli Niemann Oct 2, 2012
This morning the National Retail Federation predicted modest growth for holiday shopping this year -- up about four percent -- and automakers are expecting another strong month of sales.
The fiscal cliff explained (with help from Hollywood)
Paddy Hirsch Sep 28, 2012
You've heard warnings about the economic disaster that could happen if Congress fails to avoid a fiscal cliff. But what is the fiscal cliff anyway? Sr. Producer Paddy Hirsch enlists the support of his friends Thelma and Louise in this three-minute explanation.
Measuring the strength of the economy and the stock market
Jeff Horwich Sep 24, 2012
We've said it before, and we'll say it again: the economy and the stock market are not one and the same. The performance of the economy under a president is open to wide interpretation. The stock market, on the hand... Well, we can measure that.
How housing affects car sales
Adriene Hill Sep 4, 2012
As car makers report higher sales, a strengthening housing market can play a role.
Auto sale increase also boosts auto jobs
Mitchell Hartman Sep 4, 2012
The steady increase in auto sales is also fueling a boom in auto employment—everything from dealerships, to auto suppliers and assembly plants
Auto sales kick in to a higher gear
Juli Niemann Sep 4, 2012
Pent-up demand for new cars, better financing options for buyers, better fuel efficiency, and a rising price of used cars continue to boost car sales.
