The US economy continues to extend its near record expansion and is showing few signs that growth will slow down soon. Will the good news continue? What could slow it down? What will the Fed do? More

The US economy is growing at 4.0%. Unemployment fell to 3.9%. Inflation is approximately 2%. All of the economy's vital signs are excellent. The expansion is now the second longest recorded. More

The economy grew at 2.0% in the first quarter and most economists believe growth will exceed 3% in the second quarter because the fiscal stimulus of lower tax rates should fuel continued growth. Payrolls have increased for a record of 93 straight months, but consumers are beginning to lose purchasing power. Read more... More

The US economy remains healthy and growing stronger. Unemployment fell to its lowest level in 18 years. Read our Full Analysis. More