The impact on global growth of the Middle East violence has so far been contained. That’s not the case for Egypt, Lebanon and Jordan, which were already struggling.
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Spirit Airlines Is on Shaky Footing After Judge Blocks JetBlue Deal
Some investors and analysts said the airline might have to seek bankruptcy protection if it couldn’t find another buyer.
Did the Grinch Come for the Office Holiday Party?
Hark, the herald angels shout: 9 p.m. is too late to be out.
Surging U.S. Oil Production Brings Down Prices and Raises Climate Fears
American oil production is hitting record levels, delivering economic and foreign policy benefits but putting environmental goals further out of reach.
WeWork’s Bankruptcy Tests Claims of a Co-Working Revolution
The business of offering offices on flexible, short leases will survive the company’s troubles, but commercial real estate experts say it will probably remain a niche.
American Household Wealth Jumped in the Pandemic
Pandemic stimulus, a strong job market and climbing stock and home prices boosted net worth at a record pace, Federal Reserve data showed.
How a Fertilizer Shortage Is Spreading Desperate Hunger
Across Africa and in parts of Asia, disruption to the supply chain for fertilizer is raising food prices and increasing malnutrition.
What We Know About the Effects of Remote Work
Three years into a mass workplace experiment, we are beginning to understand more about how work from home is reshaping workers’ lives and the economy.
Federal Reserve Officials See Rates Staying High
Federal Reserve officials forecast higher interest rates through 2026 this week, a sign that borrowing costs are not heading back to the rock-bottom levels normal before the pandemic.
All That Empty Office Space Belongs to Someone
What happens if the nearly 100 million square feet of workplace real estate stays empty?