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News Articles: Recession

Employees in the trading room of Nordea Markets follow Monday's sharp stock market declines in Oslo, Norway. The Trump administration's tariffs are fueling concerns about the prospect of a recession, in the U.S. or globally.

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  • Economy

Tariffs are fueling fears of a recession. What does it take to actually declare one?

The Trump administration's tariffs are fueling concerns about a potential recession, with several major banks increasing their forecasts. What is recession and who declares one?

April 07, 2025
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By:
  • Rachel Treisman
Job seekers attend a job fair in Sunrise, Fl., on June 26, 2024. Employers added only 114,000 jobs last month, well below expectations, raising fears about the economy.

Tagged as: 

  • Economy

Why a weaker jobs market is sparking recession fears

U.S. employers added just 114,000 jobs in July as the unemployment rate rose to 4.3%. The weaker-than-expected report is adding to fears of an economic slowdown.

August 02, 2024
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By:
  • Scott Horsley
A recession is often met with political bickering and reactive measures. One proposal would change that by providing an automatic cash payment triggered when a recession hits.

Tagged as: 

  • Business

Could cash payments ease recessions?

Although we have dodged the bullet for now, the threat of a recession is always a concern for policy makers. The question is: will we be prepared next time? In this episode, we consider an alternative approach to stabilizing the economy during a recession through automatic monthly cash payments. The hope: faster relief, a reduced racial wealth gap and predictable income. Can it work?

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The Sahm Rule with the eponymous economist

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February 05, 2024
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By:
  • Wailin Wong,
  • Darian Woods,
  • and 2 more
The 2024 Georgia Economic Outlook at Columbus State University, a partnership between the University of Georgia and Columbus State University, provided an economic forecast to Columbus-area business civic leaders.

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  • News

What is the economic outlook for Georgia this year? 5 key takeaways for Columbus

Economists say the state’s economy may experience a slowdown in 2024 but will likely avoid a recession. Business and civic leaders in Columbus who attended the University of Georgia’s Economic Outlook Tuesday heard the 2024 economic forecast for Georgia and the Columbus region from experts about job growth, inflation and other factors that could impact the financial picture.

January 26, 2024
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By:
  • Brittany McGee

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  • News

State economist predicts 'mild recession' during budget week kickoff under the Gold Dome

State economist Bob Bushman gave a financial forecast for Georgia on the first day of the Legislature’s budget hearings. Gov. Brian Kemp made remarks virtually.

January 17, 2024
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By:
  • Sarah Kallis
A man pumps gas in Alhambra, Calif., on Oct. 2, 2023.

Tagged as: 

  • Business

Inflation continues to moderate thanks to a big drop in gas prices

Consumer prices rose 3.1% in November from a year ago, marking a more moderate pace of inflation thanks in large part to falling gasoline prices.

December 12, 2023
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By:
  • Scott Horsley
The unemployment rate jumped in October, but layoffs are still rare.

Tagged as: 

  • Economy

The 'R' word: Why this time might be an exception to a key recession rule

The author of the 'Sahm Rule' is less worried about rising unemployment this time, even though October's rate was up 0.5% from a recent low...a jump typically associated with the onset of recession.

November 14, 2023
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By:
  • Scott Horsley
It wasn't too long ago that a lot of experts were fearing a recession. It hasn't quite turned out that way – but that doesn't mean recession fears are over.

Tagged as: 

  • Economy

Could the U.S. still see a recession? We got big clues this week on where it's headed

Consumers kept spending and businesses investing in the first half of the year, leading to healthy growth in the U.S. GDP. But there's still some apprehension about a possible recession. Here's why.

July 27, 2023
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By:
  • David Gura and
  • Scott Horsley
Travelers wait in line at Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport in Atlanta on June 30, 2023, ahead of the 4th of July holiday weekend.  Consumers are traveling and eating out more though they are paring down spending in other ways.

Tagged as: 

  • Economy

Here are the 5 things to know about the state of the economy this Independence Day

As the U.S. celebrates its birthday with hot dogs and fireworks, the economy continues to grow, the job market is strong, but inflation and rising interest rates are keeping recession fears alive.

July 04, 2023
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By:
  • Scott Horsley
People walk past a store in Berlin on Oct. 11, 2022. The German economy shrank unexpectedly in the first three months of this year.

Tagged as: 

  • Europe

Germany's economy contracts, signaling a recession

The German economy shrank unexpectedly in the first three months of this year, marking the second quarter of contraction that is one definition of recession. High inflation hit consumer spending.

May 25, 2023
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By:
  • The Associated Press
Preschool teacher Jaqueline Benitez depends on California's Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) to help pay for food. If the debt ceiling isn't raised, SNAP and other federal payments would be delayed. (AP Photo/Allison Dinner)

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  • Business

3 ways to protect your money if the U.S. defaults on its debt

From social security payments to interest rates, a lot hinges on a debt-ceiling deal. Personal finance experts say you should prepare for a possible debt default as you would a recession.

May 25, 2023
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By:
  • Arezou Rezvani
Cobbler James Wallace Sears has spent decades fixing the shoes of lawyers, consultants and financial advisers who work in nearby corporate towers. With so many of them still working from home, he's not sure his business will survive.

Tagged as: 

  • Business

Companies are shedding office space — and it may be killing small businesses

With so many people still working from home, companies are cutting back on office space. That spells trouble for small businesses that depend on foot traffic.

May 12, 2023
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By:
  • Arezou Rezvani
A customer waits to order food at a Miami McDonald's on July 26, 2022. The CEO of McDonald's expects the U.S. to experience a mild recession and says customers have grown more reluctant to splurge on or supersize their orders.

Tagged as: 

  • Economy

The U.S. economy is losing steam. Bank woes and other hurdles are to blame.

The country's GDP growth is slowing as banks cut back on credit and the Federal Reserve tries to crack down on inflation.

April 27, 2023
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By:
  • Scott Horsley
Liz Southers runs a commercial insulation company in South Florida. She says the company could grow faster if it had access to more credit.

Tagged as: 

  • Economy

Banks are spooked and getting stingy about loans – and small businesses are suffering

Weeks after the collapse of Silicon Valley Bank, lenders are getting stingier about making loans. That makes it harder for businesses trying to grow and – and it raises the risk of recession.

April 10, 2023
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By:
  • Scott Horsley
Are we in a recession right now? Economists are divided.

Tagged as: 

  • Economy

Is the economy headed for recession or a soft landing?

Are we in a recession? It seems like a straightforward question, but the data tells conflicting stories.

February 17, 2023
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By:
  • Stacey Vanek Smith
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