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GDP
The economy apparently shrank and grew at the same time
Sep 15, 2023
Depending on how you measure it, the economy either grew or shrank, according to BEA statistics.
When it comes to measuring economic welfare, GDP doesn't cut it
by
Kai Ryssdal
and Maria Hollenhorst
Sep 1, 2023
Gross domestic product has been the standard measure for economic growth since 1944, but it doesn't measure the quality of life.
Even as GDP growth cools, consumer spending is keeping the economy humming
Aug 30, 2023
Consumer spending, which accounts for most of GDP, grew more in the second quarter than initially reported.
The Fed keeps trying to take away the punch bowl — but the economy parties on
Jul 27, 2023
Economists expected a downturn in economic growth from the first quarter’s 2% annual rate. Instead, growth accelerated to 2.4%.
Is GDP still a useful gauge of China's economy?
by
Jennifer Pak
Jul 17, 2023
There is a longstanding debate about whether the data is accurate. Some are skeptical of government officials' projections of 5% growth.
The debt limit deal would reduce government spending by about $1.5 trillion
by
Justin Ho
May 31, 2023
Reduced government spending can have an impact on the broader economy. But economists say the effects will likely be limited.
What does the decline in corporate profits say about the economy?
May 25, 2023
Profits fell for the second quarter in a row, partly due to Fed rate hikes. Whether it’s a good thing depends on your role in the economy.
For public good, not for profit.
Why pessimism about the U.S. economy might overshadow a longer-term success story
by
David Brancaccio
, Jarrett Dang
and Alex Schroeder
Apr 28, 2023
Zanny Minton Beddoes, editor-in-chief of The Economist, explains why the U.S. economy may be stronger than it looks.
GDP growth in the U.S. was sluggish last quarter
Apr 27, 2023
Inflation was up and inventories down, but consumer spending kept GDP growing — albeit at a slower pace.
So how are consumers feeling about the economy post-SVB?
by
Matt Levin
Mar 30, 2023
It may be hard to tell from some data out Friday, which is for February. But we may still get a read on whether consumer sentiment is changing.