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Learn about the recent slowdown in US productivity and its implications for the economy.

"Was in the slow lane. Still in the slow lane. Will remain in the slow lane." The laconic words of Jonathan Prynn, the Standard's business editor, summarising (off the record but oh well) today's report by the Organisation for Economic Co-operation and Development (OECD), which forecasts that the UK will be…

Voters in Northampton County, Pa., say they remember having more money when Donald Trump was in office. But when it comes time to cast their ballots this year, other issues are at play too.

Paris-based organisation predicts global economy to expand by 3.1 percent this year and 3.2 percent in 2025.

Services inflation, the Chinese economy and household consumption are sources of uncertainty hanging over the OECD's economic growth forecasts for Australia.

OECD upgrades global growth forecast due to strong US performance, projecting 3.4% growth in 2021 and 4.0% in 2022. Risks remain despite positive outlook.

UK constrained by high interest rates, price rises and staff shortages but thinktank offers optimistic outlook for global economy

The setback in the US manufacturing sector in April raises concerns about production decline and rising prices, impacting the economy.

FOMC maintains interest rates, slows balance sheet reduction to support economy and financial stability.