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Economy Has Resumed Its Pre-Pandemic Course
US Economy
  • The Balance Money
  • Jun 3, 2026

Economy Has Resumed Its Pre-Pandemic Course

The pandemic created economic shockwaves in 2020 that are still being felt. But one major measure of economic growth is nearly back on track, a chart shows.

Is It Still a Good Time To Switch Jobs?
US Economy
  • The Balance Money
  • Jun 3, 2026

Is It Still a Good Time To Switch Jobs?

The worker-friendly job market of the past year may be coming to an end as recession fears grow. But experts say it’s still a good time to job hunt for some people.

Debt Ceiling Debacle Could Double Unemployment
US Economy
  • The Balance Money
  • Jun 3, 2026

Debt Ceiling Debacle Could Double Unemployment

If politicians do not reach a deal on the debt ceiling, the financial fallout could hurt the economy so badly, unemployment could jump to 7%, according to an analysis.

Inflation Hit Black and Hispanic Households Hardest
US Economy
  • The Balance Money
  • Jun 3, 2026

Inflation Hit Black and Hispanic Households Hardest

We’ve all been impacted by the rapid price increases that began in 2021, but Black and Hispanic households felt the pinch more, a chart released today shows.

Eggspensive? Yes. Egglfation? Not a Chance
US Economy
  • The Balance Money
  • Jun 3, 2026

Eggspensive? Yes. Egglfation? Not a Chance

Grocery shopping has gotten more expensive as inflation has grown over the past two years. But you can’t blame inflation for the current high price of eggs, a chart shows.

Inflation Beat Typical Social Security Hike By $1,054
US Economy
  • The Balance Money
  • Jun 3, 2026

Inflation Beat Typical Social Security Hike By $1,054

Social Security cost-of-living adjustments have fallen behind inflation during the pandemic, with a typical retiree losing $1,054 of buying power since 2020.

Inflation Has Gone Down More Than You May Have Heard
US Economy
  • The Balance Money
  • Jun 3, 2026

Inflation Has Gone Down More Than You May Have Heard

It’s no secret that inflation has diminished in recent months, but the slowdown in price increases may be more significant than popular measures suggest, a chart shows.

Another Recession Indicator: Corporate Dishonesty
US Economy
  • The Balance Money
  • Jun 3, 2026

Another Recession Indicator: Corporate Dishonesty

A new study has found another way to measure if a recession is coming: When companies file more misleading financial reports, a downturn could be close behind.

Wanted a Job in December? Sure. A Raise? Not So Easy
US Economy
  • The Balance Money
  • Jun 3, 2026

Wanted a Job in December? Sure. A Raise? Not So Easy

The economy added a better-than-expected 223,000 jobs in December, but employers cut back on pay raises and temp hires, suggesting growing weakness in the job market.

Iran Says the Strait of Hormuz Will Stay Closed. What Happens to the US Economy Next?
US Economy
  • Investopedia
  • Jun 3, 2026

Iran Says the Strait of Hormuz Will Stay Closed. What Happens to the US Economy Next?

Is the U.S. economy facing major disruption or a minor challenge from oil supply shocks? Economists differ on how fuel shortages may impact growth and inflation.