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Is Buffett's economy growing for everyone?

by Tracey Samuelson
Feb 29, 2016
The billionaire CEO says the economy is growing and times are good. But gains aren't being spread around.
Warren Buffett performs onstage at FORTUNE Most Powerful Women Summit on October 15, 2013 in Washington, DC. His letter to investors released over the weekend had a positive outlook on the American economy. 
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The appeal of post-recession films

by Kai Ryssdal
Feb 12, 2016
A look at the trend of films depicting the 2008 financial crisis
"The Big Short" is nominated for multiple Academy Awards, including Best Picture. Last year, "Wolf of Wall Street" was also nominated for several Academy Awards. 
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How can we tell if a recession is upon us?

by Kai Ryssdal
Feb 9, 2016
New York Times senior economics correspondent Neil Irwin talks about the signs of a recession
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As Obama visits a mosque, a look at America's Muslims

by Mark Garrison
Feb 3, 2016
Despite prevailing stereotypes, it's a diverse group economically.
President Barack Obama hosts the annual Iftar dinner celebrating the Muslim holy month of Ramadan in the East Room of the White House July 22, 2015 in Washington, DC. On Wednesday, President Obama makes the first visit to a U.S. mosque during his administration.
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Depressing durable goods don't spell doom

by Sabri Ben-Achour
Jan 28, 2016
While manufacturing is slowing, the services side of the U.S. economy is vibrant.
A shopper looks around at Ikea.  
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Lackluster profits create an earnings recession

by Kimberly Adams
Jan 21, 2016
That's when profits dip for two quarters in a row. What does that mean for us--and you?
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Why taking risks may save us from the next financial crisis

by Kai Ryssdal
Dec 23, 2015
A look at how playing it safe may cause more harm than good.
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Raising interest rates like it's 1994

by Dan Gorenstein
Dec 16, 2015
A look at 4 percent rates via another post-recession era: 1994.
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Weekly Wrap: On Wall Street and beyond

by Kai Ryssdal
Nov 20, 2015
Catherine Rampell and John Carney join Kai Ryssdal to recap the week that was.
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College completion rates fall again

by Amy Scott
Nov 17, 2015
After college enrollment swelled during the recession, graduation rates dropped.
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