The government repeatedly talks about the importance of economic growth. The latest figures show that the UK economy failed to grow in January, which was weaker than had been predicted. The rate of ...

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The UK’s latest gross domestic product (GDP) figures are set to be released on Friday, providing yet another indication about the direction of the economy. At 7:00 a.m. tomorrow, the Office for ...

The U.S. economy has been sending mixed messages this year. Among the bright spots — including better-than-expected GDP growth and record stock market highs — there have also been areas of concern, ...

Even when discussions in Congress grind to a halt, much of the government’s economic machinery keeps running. Social Security benefits still go out, student loan payments are collected, and essential ...