US labor market remains strong; perhaps too strong. Could the strong labor market increase the likelihood of a recession by encouraging the Fed to tighten further to combat inflation when what is really needed is for more people to return to work? More

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The Fed is increasing rates to slow spending and tame inflation. May’s figures suggest the Fed is slowing spending, but inflation remains unacceptably high. More

Advertisements are coming to Netflix. Central banks globally continue to raise their benchmark interest rates. Schools are investing in new technology to keep students, teachers and staff safe. Catch up on the latest Economics in the News. More