NPR's Leila Fadel speaks with Mark Zandi, chief economist at Moody Analytics, for analysis of the post-midterm election economy.

With the rates for 30-year fixed-rate mortgages at 7% or more, is it time to reconsider the far less popular adjustable-rate mortgage? New analysis shows that ARMs have paid off for borrowers.

Shares sank, with the tech-heavy Nasdaq dropping over 5%, as investors reacted with fear that a Democratic Congress -- and states across the country -- would crack down on AI data centers.

Democrats achieved stunning midterm victories. The party will take control of Congress next year. What does it mean for the economy?

A booming technology sector may be masking weaknesses elsewhere in the economy and leaving many Americans behind.

A new report finds generational wealth is widening the divide between homebuyers and those priced out. The median age of first-time buyers also remains at a record high.

Some Americans squeezed by high prices are relying more on their local libraries for things like books, streaming services and high-priced items like musical instruments and sewing machines.

Investors are reacting to the election results as questions emerge about how a change in congressional control could affect markets and the economy.