Economy
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How will China’s $1 trillion trade surplus change the world economy?
Today’s Big Question Europe may impose its own tariffs
By Joel Mathis, The Week US Published
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Is $140,000 the real poverty line?
Feature Financial hardship is wearing Americans down, and the break-even point for many families keeps rising
By The Week US Published
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‘They’re nervous about playing the game’
Instant Opinion Opinion, comment and editorials of the day
By Justin Klawans, The Week US Published
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Texas is trying to become America’s next financial hub
In the Spotlight The Lone Star State could soon have three major stock exchanges
By Justin Klawans, The Week US Published
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Employees are branching out rather than moving up with career minimalism
The explainer From career ladder to lily pad
By Devika Rao, The Week US Published
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Who will be the next Fed chair?
Today's Big Question Kevin Hassett appears to be Trump’s pick
By Joel Mathis, The Week US Published
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Political cartoons for December 2
Cartoons Tuesday’s political cartoons include advent chocolates, Ali MAGA, and more
By The Week US Published
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Why is crypto crashing?
Today's Big Question The sector has lost $1 trillion in value in a few weeks
By Joel Mathis, The Week US Published
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Fast food is no longer affordable to low-income Americans
The explainer Cheap meals are getting farther out of reach
By Devika Rao, The Week US Published
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Is the UK headed for recession?
Today’s Big Question Sluggish growth and rising unemployment are ringing alarm bells for economists
By Harriet Marsden, The Week UK Published
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‘Tariffs are making daily life less affordable now’
Instant Opinion Opinion, comment and editorials of the day
By Justin Klawans, The Week US Published
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Will Rachel Reeves’ tax U-turn be disastrous?
Today’s Big Question The chancellor scraps income tax rises for a ‘smorgasbord’ of smaller revenue-raising options
By Will Barker, The Week UK Published
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Would a 50-year mortgage make home ownership attainable?
Today's Big Question Trump critics say the proposal is bad policy
By Joel Mathis, The Week US Published
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How could worsening consumer sentiment affect the economy?
Today’s Big Question Sentiment dropped this month to a near-record low
By Justin Klawans, The Week US Published
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