Economy
11 articles
Central banks risk a recession by raising rates to tackle Iran oil shock, strategist warns
Central banks are widely expected to raise interest rates in a bid to temper soaring energy prices.
What the growing gap between Americans with good and bad credit says about today’s economy
The gap in overall financial well-being between super prime and subprime has now “surpassed” 2019 levels.
What Causes Inflation? The Mechanics Behind Rising Prices
What causes inflation? Learn the key drivers behind rising prices, from monetary policy to supply shocks, and how they affect your purchasing power.
What the Fed's Next Rate Move Means for Your Mortgage, Savings, and Portfolio
The fed interest rate forecast 2026 points to possible cuts this summer. Here's how the next move affects your mortgage, savings account, and investments.
The Economic Cost of Far-Right Politics in Rural America: Why Voters Are Finally Pushing Back
Far-right movements in states like Idaho are costing rural communities real money through school voucher programs, defunded services, and a deteriorating business climate. Voters are starting to fight back.
America's $36 Trillion Debt Problem Is No Longer Theoretical — It's Showing Up in Bond Markets
The US national debt has crossed $36 trillion, with annual interest payments now exceeding the defense budget. Bond markets are starting to send warning signals that Washington can no longer afford to ignore.
The Fed's April Dilemma: Inflation Stalls at 3.2% While Labor Market Cracks Widen
The Federal Reserve faces its most difficult policy moment since the 2022 rate hike cycle began. Inflation has stalled at 3.2%, unemployment claims are rising, and the specter of stagflation is reshaping the conversation on Wall Street.
India's 6.5% Growth Forecast Makes It the Global Economy's Clear Bright Spot in 2026
India's 2026 growth upgraded to 6.5% by the IMF, bucking the global slowdown with trade deals, services strength, and domestic demand.
IMF Cuts Global Growth Forecast to 3.1% as Middle East Conflict and Tariff Fallout Bite
The IMF's April 2026 World Economic Outlook trims global growth to 3.1%, citing Hormuz disruptions, lingering tariffs, and sticky inflation.
A Tale of Two Europes: Germany Stalls at 0.4% While Spain Surges to 2.6% Growth
Germany limps along at 0.4% growth while Spain leads the eurozone at 2.6%. The divergence exposes deep structural fault lines across Europe.
Canada's Housing Crisis in 2026: A Generation Locked Out and No Fix in Sight
Canada's housing crisis has deepened in 2026 with record unaffordability in Toronto and Vancouver. Immigration, rate policy, and federal inaction collide.