Economists will tell you that it is a tough time for people entering the job market. They can relate: It is the worst market young economists have faced in memory.

Newly minted Ph.D.s tend to work for universities, government agencies and big white-collar companies. It’s not a great hiring time for any of them. 2026-01-18 17:00:00 Justin Lahart

Continue ReadingEconomists will tell you that it is a tough time for people entering the job market. They can relate: It is the worst market young economists have faced in memory.

Inflation slowed over the course of 2025, but Americans remain frustrated that they haven’t seen more relief on prices, particularly at the grocery store

Gasoline prices are down, but rising grocery costs continue to weigh on consumers. 2026-01-17 10:30:00 Rachel Wolfe

Continue ReadingInflation slowed over the course of 2025, but Americans remain frustrated that they haven’t seen more relief on prices, particularly at the grocery store