Money & The Economy

Labor Market Flashes ‘Reliable’ Recession Warning

U.S. employees are working fewer hours, which is a reliable predictor of mass layoffs, as companies brace for an economic…

3 years ago

Here’s How Much The Right’s Boycotts Are Costing Brands That Went Woke

Major brands like Anheuser-Busch, Target and Kohl’s have collectively taken $28 billion in losses following boycotts over their decision to…

3 years ago

AT&T Closes Downtown Flagship Store In San Francisco

Telecommunications provider AT&T announced it would be closing its flagship store in San Francisco. The retail giant announced the closure…

3 years ago

Is the Unemployment Rate a Deceptive Statistic?

This week for Ask an Economist, I have a question from retired CPA, Nicholas G. He asks, “why is so…

3 years ago

Inflation is tame in May, but likely to accelerate. Fed must raise rates again.

According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, the Consumer Price Index (CPI) increased by only .1% in May. For the last…

3 years ago

Launching a New Business This Summer? 9 Things to Consider

Start Up Business Launch Success Device Browsing Concept The summer season can be an excellent time to launch a new…

3 years ago

The debt ceiling bill shows the country is moving back to the center

Since the 1950s, the US majority was generally moderate and leaning slightly to the right (conservative). That changed in 2008.…

3 years ago

An Economic Ticking Time Bomb Could Go Off In The Middle Of The 2024 Election

About $1.5 trillion in commercial real estate mortgages will come due over the next two years, spelling a major risk…

3 years ago

‘Much Worse Than Expected’: CNBC Anchor Points Out Key Jobs Data Hinting At Possible Recession

CNBC anchor Kelly Evans reacted to a jobs report released Friday by saying the unexpectedly high unemployment rate increase may…

3 years ago

The Debt Deal Can and Should Be Passed by Congress

House Speaker Kevin McCarthy and President Biden just announced that they have reached a deal to raise the debt ceiling.…

3 years ago