Sabri Ben-Achour
Correspondent & Host
Episodes by Sabri (651)
Latest Stories (653)
We're saving less. Will we spend less?
Jun 14, 2022
After reaching a record high of nearly 34% early in the pandemic, the savings rate has dipped below its pre-pandemic level.
The chaotic story of inventory in today's economy
Jun 8, 2022
Wholesale inventories were up in April. But now, some stores have too much inventory while others struggle to get the inventory they need.
Biden moves to restore stability of U.S. solar industry
Jun 7, 2022
The president also ruled out solar tariffs for two years on several Asian countries the U.S. imports solar panels from.
Millions have joined the labor force in the past year
Jun 3, 2022
About 3.5 million more people were working or looking for work in May than a year earlier. Economists hope the number keeps rising.
Consumers are spending on services again as the pandemic shopping spree for goods cools
May 31, 2022
People want to get outside and do stuff, not just buy stuff. That's reflected in surging travel bookings — and airfare.
Wages are still rising. Because employers are still feeling the pressure to pay more.
May 26, 2022
Apple is the latest big employer to announce it's hiking hourly pay. The market for in-person work is especially competitive.
That line in the sand about going back to the office? It keeps moving.
May 20, 2022
As COVID surges again in some areas and employees push to work at home most days, companies are trying to find the right balance.
What does a strong dollar mean for the U.S. and world economies?
May 17, 2022
A strong dollar means lower prices for goods from abroad. For countries that import commodities priced in dollars, however, it's bad news.
China's zero-COVID policy is sending ripples through the world economy
May 9, 2022
As one region after another locks down, companies struggle and delays hinder the production and transportation of goods.
Why Fed might not be too upset when stocks fall
May 4, 2022
All major indices are down for the year. That's probably something the Fed isn't all that mad about.