Is the economy headed for recession or a soft landing?
Are we in a recession? It seems like a straightforward question, but the data tells conflicting stories.
Recession
Markets are surging as fears about the economy fade. Why the optimists could be wrong
The markets have rallied this year as investors believe inflation will continue to ease and that the economy will avoid a recession – but it could end in tears.
The U.S. economy ended 2022 on a high note. This year is looking different
The U.S. economy grew at an annual rate of 2.9% in the final three months of last year — a surprisingly strong finish. But growth is expected to slow in 2023, and possibly even reverse.
A recession might be coming. Here's what it could look like
From a mild recession to a so-called hard landing, we sift through the wild array of recession predictions.
Google is cutting 12,000 jobs, adding to a series of Big Tech layoffs in January
The layoffs at Google follow similarly huge cuts at Microsoft, Amazon and Salesforce. Tech companies who hired rapidly during the pandemic now face fears of recession.
Are you struggling to pay off credit card debt? Tell us what hurdles you are facing
NPR wants to know if it's becoming harder to pay off outstanding credit card balances these days.
January is often a big month for layoffs. Here's what to do in a worst case scenario
From calling creditors to announcing your job loss on social media, a solid game plan can make a layoff sting a lot less.
Recession or Inflation? Governments around the world must pick their poison
Liz Truss' resignation as Prime Minister is being blamed on a faulty economic plan. But her fate should serve as a warning to other countries that may have to grapple with an inconceivable choice.
It's almost impossible to find a CEO who isn't bracing for a recession
Nearly all the chief executives in a new survey — 98% — say they're getting their ducks in a row for an impending economic downturn in the United States.