China Upbeat Ahead of U.S. Trade Talks, but Differences Large

JOE McDONALD / The Associated Press Jan 6, 2019 The two sides are embroiled in a tariff fight over the Asian country's technology ambitions, which is causing global economic jitters. Dig deeper ( 3 Min. Read )

Second-Quarter Economic Growth Is a Strong 4.1 Percent

MARTIN CRUTSINGER / The Associated Press Jul 27, 2018 The quarterly figure is the highest since 2014, but some economists warn that temporary forces might be in play, including businesses racing to get ahead of tariffs. Dig deeper ( 3 Min. Read )

Trump Exploring Rejoining Pacific Trade Talks, Lawmakers Say

KEN THOMAS and KEVIN FREKING / The Associated Press Apr 12, 2018 Farm-state representatives say the president has asked trade officials to revisit joining negotiations for the Trans-Pacific Partnership, which would open more overseas markets for U.S. farmers. Dig deeper ( 3 Min. Read )

A Done Deal: Congress Wraps Up Massive Tax Package

Stephen Ohlemacher and Marcy Gordon / The Associated Press Dec 20, 2017 Democrats call the legislation a boon to the rich that leaves middle-class and working Americans behind. Dig deeper ( 4 Min. Read )

Why Bernie Sanders’ Proposals Would Spur Economic Growth

Robert Reich / Truthdig Feb 21, 2016 A former Treasury official who helped save Wall Street banks has said the biggest ones still "pose a significant, ongoing risk" to the economy. That's just one of the huge economic issues Sanders has plans to tackle if elected. Dig deeper ( 2 Min. Read )

China Replaces U.S. as World’s Largest Economy, IMF Reports

Staff / Truthdig Oct 9, 2014 Has the era of American economic hegemony finally come to an end? Dig deeper ( 2 Min. Read )

The Looming Foreclosure Crisis: Local Governments Step In

By Ellen Brown, Web of Debt Jul 7, 2014 Mortgage debt overhang from the housing bust has meant lack of middle-class spending power, and low consumer demand is preventing the economy from growing. The problem might be fixed by a new approach from the Fed. But if the Fed won’t act, counties will, as seen in the latest developments on eminent domain and litigation over MERS. Dig deeper ( 6 Min. Read )

Clean Energy Rollout Would Shave Fraction Off Economic Growth

Alexander Reed Kelly / Truthdig Apr 13, 2014 A landmark U.N. study published Sunday says catastrophic climate change can be averted without sacrificing living standards, concluding that "the ditching of fossil fuels is eminently affordable," The Guardian reports. Dig deeper ( 2 Min. Read )

Unemployment vs. Economic Growth in the Philippines

Manny Francisco, Cagle Cartoons, Manila, The Phillippines Jun 18, 2013 Dig deeper

Economic Recovery

Milt Priggee, Cagle Cartoons, www.miltpriggee.com Mar 19, 2013 Dig deeper

The Urgency of Growth

E.J. Dionne Jr. / Truthdig Jan 28, 2013 If you care about deficits, you should want our economy to grow faster. If you care about lifting up the poor and reducing unemployment, you should want our economy to grow faster. And if you are a committed capitalist and hope to make more money, you should want our economy to grow faster. Dig deeper ( 3 Min. Read )

The Fallacy Behind Environmental Protection and Economic Growth

By Brian Czech, The Daily Climate Oct 31, 2012 Harms resulting from society's quest for ever-expanding economic growth are clear, no more so than with the global climate. Why aren't environmental journalists making that connection? Dig deeper ( 3 Min. Read )