The current debt ceiling fight reflects old concerns about government debt, says economist Michael Boskin.

A new book explores the historical relationship between austerity, the labor force, and fascism.

In January, business inventories expanded. That’s a positive sign about the economy’s health.

Consumer debt levels have been rising. While wage gains have helped people pay off debt, those gains have been slowing down.

President Biden is likely to tout the strong job market and recovery from the pandemic recession.

Professor Homa Zarghamee explores issues tied to wealth distribution and explains how economics translates into policies that affect people’s lives.

The more people switch jobs, the better the odds anybody can find a better one.

The central bank invested in securities to get the economy through the pandemic recession.

Inflation’s been running hotter in areas that people have been moving into — and cooler where they’re moving out.

We take a look inside the world of economic forecasting and ask whether predictions are reliable.