Here’s a short answer for those who wonder what could transport the market still higher: the economy. The unexpected and sudden advance that started last September foresaw favorable economic news. The continuing rebound will no…
No, it’s not a new plague. Rather, it’s a little-known economics thesis that explains why uneven productivity gains in different sectors can have a huge impact on everything from consumer spending to government deficits. The la…
The Commerce Department reports that U.S. corporate profits have hit historic highs, so why isn’t the GOP — the party of business — celebrating? After all, those profits are coming not from revenue growth — which would benef…
In today’s economy, the mantra seems to be: “Do more with less.” But workers are hardly thrilled. And managers say that the negative attitudes, which are resulting in criticism and lack of teamwork, are contributing to reduced …
The capital markets have recovered nicely from the depths of the financial crisis’s despair, though skittishness remains. What the economy sorely needs now is the next big thing — perhaps a new technology that boosts business …