The ‘boomcession’: Why Americans feel left behind by a growing economy
Fotostorm | E+ | Getty Images Welcome to the “boomcession.” The term is a portmanteau of the words “boom” and
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Economic events
UK inflation cools markedly in January, boosting odds of Bank of England rate cut
A customer looks at goods on a shelf in a supermarket on January 15, 2025 in London, England. Dan Kitwood
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UK economy ekes out 0.1% growth in the fourth quarter
Westminster, South Bank, London, England. Scott E Barbour | The Image Bank | Getty Images The U.K. economy grew a
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New cars are increasingly becoming a luxury amid K-shaped economy concerns
A General Motors Co. Chevrolet Blazer electric vehicle at a dealership in Colma, California, Jan. 23, 2026. David Paul Morris
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Wealth inequality and the ‘K-shaped’ economy are more striking than ever, data shows
The gap between the best and worse off Americans is growing — and economists don’t see an end in sight.
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UK economy surprises with stronger-than-expected 0.3% growth in November
Restaurants and pubs on James Street in London, UK, on Friday, Dec. 13, 2024. Bloomberg | Bloomberg | Getty Images
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Venezuela bonds are the hottest trade on Wall Street this week. But there are big risks from
Demonstrators hold a large Venezuelan flag outside the National Assembly, on the day Vice President Delcy Rodriguez was formally sworn
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Tanger CEO says retailers are ‘discounting to meet the consumer’ this holiday season
U.S. shoppers are willing to spend this holiday season — despite falling consumer confidence and anxiety over prices — but
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November’s inflation report is the first to be released after the shutdown. Here’s what to
People shop at a grocery store in Brooklyn on Dec. 12, 2025 in New York City. Spencer Platt | Getty
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Putin can fund Ukraine war for years to come, ex-official says as Trump’s resolve is tested
U.S. President Donald Trump and Secretary of State Marco Rubio meet Russian President Vladimir Putin, to negotiate for an end
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