'I can dream it, but I can't afford it': Iranians on their bleak economy
Iranians of all political stripes complain of a dead-end economy. Some blame U.S. sanctions while others fault government mismanagement and corruption.
Economy
Are your savings account interest rates terribly low? We want to hear from you
A lot of big banks are paying measly rates for money that's stashed away in a basic savings account. NPR is looking to talk to people who are considering moving their money for better rates.
Forecast: North Carolina expects $3B-plus surplus this year
North Carolina state government is on track to see a double-digit percentage increase in revenues by the end of the fiscal year compared to the total that legislators used in fashioning this year's
A debt ceiling clash isn't new. Ex-Treasury Secretary Lew looks back on negotiations
NPR's Asma Khalid talks to former Treasury Secretary Jack Lew, who helped navigate debt-ceiling crises during the Obama administration, about lessons he learned during those past showdowns.
Inflation dropped just slightly in January
Inflation cooled only slightly last month as the cost of housing, food and gas rose. Consumer prices in January were 6.4%, compared to a 6.5% inflation rate the month before.
Short term rentals may see changes in Greensboro
The short-term rental business may be in for some big changes in the Triad.
20,000 roses, inflation and night terrors: the life of a florist on Valentine's Day
It's the biggest day of the year for the $8 billion global flower industry, but it's not all that profitable. Why? Blame the roses.
Inflation eased again in January – but there's a cautionary sign
Annual inflation cooled in January for the seventh month in a row. But price increases accelerated between December and January, fueled by rising shelter, food and gasoline prices.
The latest data on inflation may reveal a confusing story
The Labor Department reports Tuesday on consumer prices for January. Inflation looks better when compared to prices from a year ago. But looking at prices from a month ago, it is less encouraging.
Nearly $50,000 a week for a cancer drug? A man worries about bankrupting his family
Medicare suddenly stopped paying for the pricey drug that prolongs his life. As he waits for an appeal, this retired physician wonders if he should give up treatment to spare his family the cost.