Friday, February 14, 2025

Is There a Risk of a US Recession?

The Economy Is Still Fine. Americans Are Still Gloomy.
https://www.wsj.com/economy/consumers/the-economy-is-still-fine-americans-are-still-gloomy-431a817c
After a postelection pop, consumers turn anxious about the future and Trump’s policies.


Economists are starting to worry about a serious Trump recession
https://www.telegraph.co.uk/business/2025/02/25/economists-starting-worry-serious-trump-recession/
Tariffs on America’s neighbors and assault on federal government will hit US economy.


Does Uncertainty Harm the Economy? Business Leaders Are About to Find Out.
https://www.nytimes.com/2025/02/15/business/economy/business-uncertainty-economic-policy.html
The lack of clarity about tariffs and other policies could hurt hiring and investing. But the strong U.S. economy should provide a buffer.