Global economy

Business activity in Germany contracted for a fourth straight month in October. Experts are labeling Europe’s largest economy the "sick man of Europe."

If the conflict widens to include direct confrontation with other nations in the Middle East, the economic shockwaves could be significant.

Central banks have a couple of tools they can use to push back, including interest rate hikes and selling U.S. dollars..

A year ago, U.S. exporters were complaining that the dollar was too strong. Not anymore.

China is the world’s top exporter, and its trade data is a barometer for consumer spending around the world.

After China lifted its zero-COVID policy, economists expected the economy to come roaring back. That hasn't quite happened.

Six percent of all global trade passes through the canal’s 50-mile stretch of water. New passage restrictions could particularly harm the U.S. economy — since it's the nation that uses the trade route most.

Recently re-elected President Erdogan's appointments to top government positions may signal a return to normal economic policy.

The nation’s economic crisis, marked by unhinged inflation, has been developing for at least a decade, says economist Monica de Bolle.

Three years after the start of the pandemic, inventories are down and supply chains are less volatile.