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One week, three central bank meetings
Jul 29, 2024
In meetings this week, central bankers will consider cutting interest rates in the U.S. and U.K., while rate hikes could be on the table in Japan.
Why birth order could make a difference in your career prospects
Jul 29, 2024
Older siblings have an economic leg up on their younger counterparts, according to a growing body of economic research.
The EPA will dole out $4.3 billion to cut greenhouse gas emissions over the next six years
Jul 29, 2024
Hundreds of local municipalities, states and tribes applied to get a share of the money; 25 made the cut.
New study indicates finances are putting some adults off having children
Jul 29, 2024
The survey from the Pew Research Center says child care costs and student debt are among the factors dissuading potential parents.
What's putting the brakes on demand for EVs?
Jul 29, 2024
Tesla announced its auto revenues are down, and GM is delaying a new electric truck manufacturing plant.
Does the Fed actually set interest rates?
by
Janet Nguyen
Jul 26, 2024
The Fed has a series of tools in its arsenal to influence interest rates, including the all-important federal funds rate.
For Sarah Thankam Mathews, organizing is about people and potential
by
Zoë Saunders
and Tony Wagner
Jul 26, 2024
The “All This Could Be Different” author chatted with us about embarrassed millionaires, mutual aid and Milwaukee.
For public good, not for profit.
Ex-inventory clerk ticks off memories of counting merchandise
Jul 26, 2024
Before barcodes and electronic management systems, there were inventory clerks with pens and clipboards.
Consumers are saving the least since 2022, despite "pretty, pretty good" economy
Jul 26, 2024
Incomes are up, consumption is up too — but the personal savings rate is down to 3.4%.
Why is manufacturing activity up in some regions and down in others?
Jul 26, 2024
Different parts of the country make different products and often respond distinctly to economic trends.