President Joe Biden’s suggestion that the COVID-19 pandemic is over has led to a backlash among some experts who suggest the comment is premature – and counterproductive.
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Russia’s invasion will likely accelerate the fastest inflation in 40 years, increasing the risks for the overall US economy.
Inflation is rising at the fastest pace since Ronald Reagan was president.
Four articles from The Conversation US archive provide context and analysis on the historic legislation.
Whether the next pandemic bailout bill is called relief or stimulus depends on what ails the US economy – and maybe it doesn’t matter at all.
Some economists have begun to compare the current recession and recovery with a ‘K,’ while others see a ‘V.’ Which is it, and what does it mean?
Brexit represented British voters’ desire to reclaim more control over their economic future, but some worry the cost will be some of the prosperity gained from globalization.
President Trump has unilaterally raised tariffs and sparked trade wars, all without consulting Congress. A century ago, the roles were reversed.
The Trump administration recently imposed tariffs of up to 25 percent on foreign steel and aluminum – including from the EU, Canada and Mexico, the three biggest markets for American goods.
While the tariffs are unlikely to stem Chinese intellectual property theft or reverse the steep trade deficit, they are certain to hurt American companies and consumers.
President Trump slapped steep tariffs on steel imports, echoing protectionist measures taken by Bush in 2002.
We asked four of our regular economics writers to examine a key theme they expect to flare up in 2018 and why.
The president has promised to put a stop to foreign companies ‘dumping’ steel on US markets. Former President Bush tried the same thing, and here’s what happened.
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