Economy

Companies are issuing record amounts of corporate debt this year, even though the war pushed up yields. Analysts say that could continue, especially as tech companies finance AI projects.

A sweeping law that governs crop insurance, conservation programs, and nutrition assistance is up at one of the toughest moments for farmers in recent memory.

New survey data out today from The Conference Board shows that while consumer confidence ticked up this month, it still sits below the long-term baseline. One reason: higher prices.

Several central banks are going to make decisions on interest rates this week, including the Federal Reserve. While most are likely to keep interest rates unchanged this week, Fed policy could start to diverge from other central banks in the coming months.

President Donald Trump has floated the idea of the government helping, or even buying, the struggling budget airline Spirit, reviving old questions about when, if ever, these bailouts are justified.

John and Andrew Dobson are the creators of the Federal Reserve Simulator, a video game where you play as chair of the central bank. “Marketplace” host Kai Ryssdal tried his hand at running the Fed.

Stablecoins offer services that are similar to what traditional bank accounts offer. That has some bankers worried that deposits could flow out of the banking system.

While would-be buyers are facing economic uncertainty, would-be sellers can afford to hold out for more money.

The pizza chain reported slower-than-expected sales growth in its latest earnings call, with orders declining just as gas prices spiked.

Inflation rose quickly during the early years of the pandemic, and many Americans are struggling with their finances. Even though we’re not in a recession, it feels that way for a majority of the country.