Stories Tagged as
Economy
As migration spikes, Germany attempts to crack down on illegal immigration
Nov 6, 2023
The number of people entering Germany without permission hit a high in September. Now, the country is levying tougher legal sentences for trafficking.
Why are Americans' views on the economy so mixed?
Oct 30, 2023
In one poll, 44% of respondents say they’re stressed about the economy. Meanwhile, 34% say they’re optimistic.
Corporate debt is getting more expensive. That's not necessarily a problem.
by
Justin Ho
Oct 27, 2023
Both government and corporate bond yields have been climbing. For many companies, though, higher revenue more than covers the cost.
Federal Reserve losses contribute to federal deficit
Oct 24, 2023
When the central bank makes money, it hands it to the Treasury. But now it's losing money as it pays interest to banks on their deposits.
More than 130 major companies press world leaders to phase out fossil fuels by 2035
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Nova Safo
Oct 24, 2023
Companies including Ikea, Nestle, Unilever and Volvo are saying that they're already grappling with the costs of the climate crisis.
Why are bond yields so high right now?
Oct 23, 2023
The yield on the 10-year Treasury briefly hit 5%, the highest level since 2007. A resilient economy and expanding debt are pushing rates up.
As the labor market loosens, workers may be more willing to work nights and weekends
Oct 20, 2023
They may find it attractive to earn money while others are playing.
For public good, not for profit.
Fed chair Powell's latest speech hints at caution regarding interest rates
Oct 20, 2023
Jerome Powell spoke Oct. 19 and said the Federal Open Market Committee would be "proceeding carefully."
Did retail sales grow because we bought more stuff, or did the stuff get more expensive?
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Justin Ho
Oct 17, 2023
The way the Census Bureau calculates its retail sales data wasn't an issue until prices started rising a couple years back.
September's real wages are expected to rise
Oct 9, 2023
And that would mean your paycheck's purchasing power would be getting a boost relative to inflation.