Politicians on both sides of the aisle are embracing tax cuts. Plus: Tariff refunds, labor productivity, and why markets seem to be in a world of their own.
The appliance maker said sales of major appliances in North America fell nearly 7.5% last quarter in its latest earnings report.
While quarterly data was modest — increasing just 0.8% in the first quarter — the longer-term trend shows higher productivity growth.
Kai Ryssdal breaks down why final sales to private domestic purchasers — a mouthful, yes — is a better read on where the economy is headed.
Despite soaring oil prices and global disruptions, markets are still breaking records.
Between tax cuts for U.S. households and corporate tax breaks, who’s actually footing the bill?