Economic Perspective

What would it take to achieve high-speed internet for all?

Recently released data provides some insight into how the stimulus checks delivered in the spring were used by recipients. NC State University economist Mike Walden breaks down how they were spent.

There's usually a common trend in recessions between spending on goods and services. Has that trend followed in this current recession?

Calculating inflation during the downturn can be tricky as the unusual circumstances. Do the numbers accurately reflect the current circumstances?

The Federal Reserve recently released their economic forecasts for the next few years. What do they look like?

Income and spending typically go up and down together, but was that the case this past April?

As states start to open businesses back up, what other lingering impacts could there be?

Printing money can be used during times of economic crisis to mitigate some of the effects of the crisis. What factors need to be looked out for in these circumstances?

Is there a chance inflation could surge on the other end of the current crisis?

What factors might be considered when talking about closing down an economy?