Economy

Tight labor market, rising inflation will push up rates.

Tight labor market, rising inflation will push up rates.

Small firms join consumers in being most upbeat in 12 years.

Small firms join consumers in being most upbeat in 12 years.

German output rises, French business confidence improves.

German output rises, French business confidence improves.

Historically, Republican presidents have been more likely to face a U.S. recession.

Historically, Republican presidents have been more likely to face a U.S. recession.