Recessions

Can Rising Consumer Confidence Outlast Labor Market Worries?
Economy Can Rising Consumer Confidence Outlast Labor Market Worries?

Consumer confidence in the United States has recently showcased a significant uptick, providing a much-needed positive note amidst a fluctuating economic landscape. This renewed confidence, as indicated by multiple surveys and indices, reflects improved sentiments about business conditions and

August 28, 2024
Is the Fear of Recession Overblown? What S&P 500 Companies Are Saying
Economy Is the Fear of Recession Overblown? What S&P 500 Companies Are Saying

The recent economic landscape has left many speculating about the possibility of a recession. However, a deeper look into the sentiments shared by S&P 500 companies during their earnings calls offers a nuanced perspective that may challenge prevailing fears. This article explores the trends,

August 21, 2024
Are U.S. Companies Still Worried About a Potential Recession?
Economy Are U.S. Companies Still Worried About a Potential Recession?

The ongoing conversations within U.S. corporate boardrooms seem to suggest a shifting sentiment regarding the likelihood of a recession. Despite prevalent market anxieties, recent earnings calls highlight a surprising divergence from these fears. This article explores the current economic sentiment

August 20, 2024
Canadian Economy Shows Resilience as Youth Unemployment Persists
Economy Canadian Economy Shows Resilience as Youth Unemployment Persists

The perennial concern over an impending recession has been somewhat alleviated in recent months, with recent economic data suggesting improving stability in Canada and North America. Investors who have long worried that one negative shock could further destabilize the economy are finding some

August 15, 2024
Is the Inverted Yield Curve Still Reliable as a Recession Indicator?
Economy Is the Inverted Yield Curve Still Reliable as a Recession Indicator?

The efficacy of the inverted yield curve as a recession predictor has long been a topic of interest for economists and financial analysts alike. Traditionally, an inverted yield curve, where long-term interest rates fall below short-term rates, signals the likelihood of an impending recession.

July 24, 2024
Are Traditional Recession Indicators Failing in Post-Pandemic America?
Economy Are Traditional Recession Indicators Failing in Post-Pandemic America?

In the wake of the COVID-19 pandemic, economists and analysts are facing the challenge of interpreting economic signals that have historically forecasted recessions in the United States. The unique disruptions brought about by the pandemic have led several once-reliable indicators to now provide

July 22, 2024
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