How the US economy went from booming to a recession scare in only 20 days

Just 20 days ago, the US stock market was sitting at all-time highs. The US economy appeared to be growing at a solid pace. And a recession was nowhere in sight. Read More

Wait, so are we really headed for a recession?

President Donald Trump says his administration is making “very big” moves and has acknowledged there’s likely a “period of transition” or “disturbance” that could result. Read More

Trump says a transition period for the economy is likely: ‘You can't really watch the stock market'

Officials have spent the past several days bracing Americans for a slowdown that they say will lead to stronger growth ahead. Read More

What is a recession, and is the U.S. economy heading for one? Here's what economists say.

Consumers, businesses and investors are increasingly jittery about the risks of a protracted slump. So what exactly is a recession? Read More

Is the U.S. in a recession now? No. Here's what happens if the U.S. does go into a recession

Here’s what to know about what a recession is, what happens if the U.S. enters a recession and how financial advisors recommend preparing for one. Read More

Is the U.S. economy headed toward a recession? Here’s what to look for.

The signs of a recession, how they affect the public and what you can do to prepare financially in case one comes. Read More

Voters Were Right About the Economy. The Data Was Wrong.

Many in Washington bristled at the public’s failure to register how strong the economy really was ... that they are no longer trying to get a job. Finally, the prevailing statistic does not ... Read More

Powell: No Hurry to Lower Interest Rates, Economy ‘Strong’

Powell also described the economy as “strong” and the labor market as ... In particular, Powell said he could not really say what the effects of Trump’s policies on import tariffs might ... Read More

Trump economic point man downplays ‘blips’ as market plummets after president won’t rule out recession

Trump himself remained out of public view Monday as the Dow Jones Industrial Average fell more than 2% and the Nasdaq dropped 4% in its worst trading day since 2022. Read More

Americans are getting fed up with the economy. Does that mean we’re heading into a recession?

But souring attitudes this time around, driven by uncertainty sowed by the Trump administration, could actually weigh on the economy if they persist. “It’s way too premature to conclude that ... Read More

Mark Carney Vows to Make Canadian Economy Stronger Than US

Hugh Cameron is Newsweek U.S. news ... can get in touch with Hugh by emailing h.cameron@newsweek.com Liberal Party leadership candidate Mark Carney has pledged to make Canada's economy stronger ... Read More