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Why does the Federal Reserve have blackout periods?
Jul 19, 2024
These are times when Fed policymakers and staff must refrain from speaking about monetary policy with the public.
In an Alaska town, generations of fishers face industry's death
by
Theo Greenly
Jul 19, 2024
When Peter Pan Seafood closed in April, King Cove lost its economic engine. Now, the town is struggling to survive.
Why don’t we have a phone book for cell phones?
by
Janet Nguyen
Jul 19, 2024
The economic incentives didn’t make sense when cellular services first became available.
Is the WNBA getting shortchanged on its latest media rights deal?
Jul 19, 2024
The reported 11-year, $2.2 billion deal pencils out to more than three times the league's current media rights income. But some say it undervalues the league's growth potential.
Why tech billionaires are now flocking to Donald Trump
Jul 19, 2024
The flood of big tech names coming out publicly for Trump and the GOP is a sharp departure from Silicon Valley’s past political practices.
Republicans embrace economic populism at the RNC
by
Ellen Rolfes
Jul 19, 2024
It's part of the GOP's pitch to working-class voters. Plus, get smarter about lunar caves. Subscribe to get the "Make Me Smart" newsletter every Friday!
Retirement communities are creating a "steady stream" of spending for local economies
by
Kimberly Adams
and Sarah Leeson
Jul 18, 2024
At Sun City Texas, where the median age is 73, seniors are kicking up their heels and patronizing a variety of nearby businesses.
For public good, not for profit.
Continuing unemployment claims hit highest level in more than 2 years
Jul 18, 2024
It may be another data point that helps convince the Fed to start cutting interest rates.
Inflation's way down, but consumers still flinch at high prices, Fed observes
Jul 18, 2024
Price-sensitive shoppers are buying fewer or lower-quality items and retailers are offering discounts, according to the Beige Book.
Authors are already squeezed financially. Will AI make it worse?
by
Kimberly Adams
and Sofia Terenzio
Jul 18, 2024
Many writers see AI as a threat, says Rebecca Ackermann. Outcomes are uncertain, but there's widespread worry about being replaced as creators.