Economy
What Is Inflation Targeting And Why Does It Matter?
There's a number you could call the most important number for the economy. It's the Federal Reserve's inflation target. The story of how it came to be is a bit random, and begins in New Zealand.
Paris Is Burning
What the yellow vest protests in Paris tell us about economic reform in France and the parallels with politics in the U.S.
Dow Drops 799 Points, As Topsy-Turvy Interest Rates Boost Recession Fears
The bond market is worried the trade war, slowing global growth and a drop in oil prices are signs the economy is slowing and may be heading for a recession. Nervousness spilled over into stocks too.
Behind The Curve
When the yield curve inverts, people worry that it's a sign we're headed for recession. But its predictive reliability also depends on the way it inverts.
U.S. And China Remain Far Apart On Key Issues To Resolve Trade War
China and the U.S. have until the end of March to come up with an agreement that would allow them to avoid a further escalation of the trade war. Neither side has been able to agree on an agenda.
Former Trade Negotiator Weighs In On New Agreement Between The U.S. And China
NPR's Mary Louise Kelly speaks with former China trade negotiator Amy Celico about the outcome of the meeting between President Trump and China's President Xi over U.S. and China trade tariffs.
Trade War And Peace
China and the U.S. have been locked in a trade war for most of 2018, but peace may be on the horizon.... at least a partial peace.
Qatar Will Pull Out Of OPEC, As Rift With Saudi Arabia Deepens
Qatar made the announcement early Monday — the same day it informed OPEC it is withdrawing from the group. The country says it wants to focus on producing natural gas.
Trump Delays Plans To Raise Tariffs On $200 Billion In Chinese Goods
The two economic superpowers said they would return to negotiations. Steve Inskeep talks to White House adviser Peter Navarro. NPR's Scott Horsley weighs in on the conversation.