Morgan Stanley's chief U.S. economist discusses the likelihood of a recession After drops in markets and consumer sentiment, economists are pointing to slower growth. NPR asks Morgan Stanley Chief U.S. Economist Michael Gapen about the likelihood of a recession. A Martínez Play AudioListen 6 mins
As Trump downplays economic fears, this data shows people feel differently Economists look for signs that a recession may be approaching by monitoring consumer confidence and business sentiment — two indicators of uncertainty. Scott Neuman
How reliable is the government's economic data? Under Trump, there are real concerns The disbanding of committees that consulted on government data — and comments from a senior official about changing how GDP is calculated — are raising alarm about the reliability of government data. Scott Horsley Play AudioListen 4 mins
Trump's 25% tariffs on steel and aluminum are set to start tomorrow President Trump plans to impose a 25% tariff on all imported steel and aluminum, starting Wednesday. The move could help domestic steel and aluminum makers but raise prices for everyone else. Scott Horsley Play AudioListen 4 mins
Inflation eased in February, but it's still too high for comfort Consumer prices in February were up 2.8% from a year ago. That's a smaller annual increase than the previous month. But the president's trade war could put more upward pressure on prices. Scott Horsley
Trump threatens a 200% tariff on European alcohol European wines, champagne and other beverages could face heavy tariffs if Trump follows through with this threat. Jaclyn Diaz
As global tariff tensions rise, here's the latest on U.S. trade with top partners President Trump has upended global markets by imposing tariffs on imports from several of America's top trading partners. Here's what to know. Rebecca Rosman
Washington state industries and consumers brace for tariff impacts Washington State Department of Commerce Director Joe Nguyễn told KUOW’s Paige Browning about his concerns for the state’s economy. Paige Browning John O'Brien Play AudioListen 10 mins
Why CEOs are calm about tariffs in public — but 'very discouraged' in private Business leaders are trying to engage in a delicate diplomacy with the White House — even as their companies brace for the impact of market volatility and tariffs. Maria Aspan Play AudioListen 4 mins
Trump says the economy is in 'transition.' What comes next? The president says we're in a transition period and tariffs will remake the economy for the better. Economist Matthew Slaughter tells NPR's Ailsa Chang he thinks they're a recipe for long-term pain. Ailsa Chang Connor Donevan Michael Levitt Play AudioListen 5 mins
