HPU economist predicts a stronger holiday sales season for most retailers
High Point University economist Michael McCully is expecting holiday spending to be higher this year than last.
Economy
Biden has big plans for semiconductors. But there's a big hole: not enough workers
President Biden has $52.7 billion to invest in U.S. semiconductor manufacturing plants. But there's a big shortfall in workers for the new jobs.
What the takeover of U.S. Steel means for American jobs
NPR's A Martinez talks with Rutgers economics professor Tom Prusa {PROO-shuh} about the takeover of U.S. Steel and what it means for American jobs.
Meet the snowboard instructor helping feed people in Aspen
Even in glitzy Aspen, Colo., there are people who have trouble affording food. A local snowboard instructor is hooking them up.
Inflation has cooled a lot. So why do things still feel so expensive?
Inflation has cooled significantly recently, but you may still find yourself paying more at the grocery store. What gives? Here's a primer on what easing inflation actually means.
Could D.C. lose two of its sports teams?
The Washington Wizards basketball team and Capitals hockey teams may be moving to northern Virginia. D.C. faces losing not only two sports teams but also an economic engine of its downtown.
The tough economics of getting hard-to-find minerals for electric vehicle batteries
America's only cobalt mine opened last year to great fanfare, as the mineral is crucial for green energy. But it surprisingly closed just months later.
Investopedia unveils its list of 10 most-searched economic words and phrases in 2023
As we close out the year, Investopedia's list of most-searched terms for 2023 offers insights into the collective economic psyche.
Cobalt is in demand, so why did America's only cobalt mine close?
America's only cobalt mine opened last year to great fanfare, since the mineral is crucial for green energy. But it surprisingly closed months later.
The Fed is probably done raising interest rates and could cut them next year
The Federal Reserve held interest rates steady on Wednesday, amid signs of easing inflation. The central bank signaled that its benchmark borrowing rate may start to fall next year.