Measuring key aspects of a nation’s economy is important, but the metrics used are often misunderstood by many. Quantifying ...

Mainstream economists define “inflation” as general increases in consumer and producer prices. Yet, such a definition misses ...

During his inauguration speech, President Trump promised to use his federal powers to "defeat what was record inflation and ...

Inflation likely accelerated in December, putting pressure on the Federal Reserve to keep interest rates relatively high.

President Joe Biden will leave the White House with a strong economy, historic gains in the job market, a foundation for ...

Consumers and traders are waiting to learn if the Fed’s expected pause today is a one-meeting hold or the start of a longer stretch.

Economists and analysts aren’t convinced that an expansion of oil and gas production will lower consumer prices.

For a start, firms usually pass on tariffs by raising prices. During Mr Trump’s last sortie against Chinese manufacturing in ...

Better bank earnings and inflation readings sent bond and stock prices higher. Earnings and politics will likely have the ...