Economy
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Is the US in recession?
Today's Big Question ‘Unofficial signals’ are flashing red
By Joel Mathis, The Week US Published
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Will latest Russian sanctions finally break Putin’s resolve?
Today's Big Question New restrictions have been described as a ‘punch to the gut of Moscow’s war economy’
By Chas Newkey-Burden, The Week UK Published
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Rising costs are making Halloween more expensive
In the Spotlight Both candy and costumes have jumped significantly in price
By Justin Klawans, The Week US Published
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Is a market crash around the corner?
Talking Points Observers see echoes of 1929
By Joel Mathis, The Week US Published
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French finances: what’s behind country’s debt problem?
The Explainer Political paralysis has led to higher borrowing costs and blocked urgent deficit-reducing reforms to social protection
By The Week UK Published
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Auto loans: Trouble in the subprime economy
Feature The downfall of Tricolor Holdings may reflect the growing financial strain low-income Americans are facing
By The Week US Published
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Rising costs are making it harder for people to afford pets
Under the Radar Shelters are filling up as a result
By Justin Klawans, The Week US Published
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Trump wants to revive coal. Will it work?
Talking Points Wind, solar and natural gas are ascendant
By Joel Mathis, The Week US Published
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Why are beef prices rising?
Today's Big Question Drought, tariffs and consumer demand all play a role
By Joel Mathis, The Week US Published
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The world's 10 richest families
In Depth From Middle Eastern monarchs to M&M magnates, these are the most fabulously wealthy clans on Earth
By David Faris Last updated
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Gen Z is facing a credit score crisis
In the Spotlight The average Gen Z credit score has dropped three points in 2025
By Justin Klawans, The Week US Published
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Who benefits from Trump’s new $100,000 H-1B visa fee?
In the Spotlight American workers might see gains. But there are drawbacks.
By Joel Mathis, The Week US Published
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‘Our strategy draws on this forgotten authority’
Instant Opinion Opinion, comment and editorials of the day
By Justin Klawans, The Week US Published
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Fed cuts interest rates a quarter point
Speed Read ‘The cut suggests a broader shift toward concern about cracks forming in the job market’
By Rafi Schwartz, The Week US Published
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