From ‘K-Shaped’ to ‘Stagflation.’ What Economic Buzzwords Mean for You
Rachel Barber and USA TODAY on March 25, 2026
Experts break down the jargon shaping today’s economic debate — from stagflation to kangaroo markets — and explain why it matters for your wallet.
Fed to Weigh Interest Rates Amid Iran War, Potential Price Increases
Rachel Barber and USA TODAY on March 15, 2026
The central bank’s next move could reshape your mortgage, savings, and borrowing costs for the rest of the year.
US Shed 92,000 Jobs, Unemployment Ticked Up to 4.4% in February
Rachel Barber and USA TODAY on March 6, 2026
The U.S. economy unexpectedly lost 92,000 jobs in February while unemployment rose to 4.4%, signaling continued weakness in the labor market as employers hesitate to hire amid AI uncertainty and economic pressures.
What War With Iran Means for Prices, Interest Rates, Supply Chains
Rachel Barber, Betty Lin-Fisher and USA TODAY on March 3, 2026
While the conflict with Iran is expected to result in higher gas prices and increased market volatility, economists anticipate the Federal Reserve will look through the supply-driven shock and maintain modest impacts on economic growth and monetary policy unless the war escalates significantly.
Feeling Broke in a Steady Economy? Here’s What’s Happening
Rachel Barber and USA TODAY on February 19, 2026
Despite strong economic indicators such as low unemployment and slowing inflation, many Americans continue to feel financial strain due to high prices that have not returned to pre-pandemic levels.
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