Pick Another Protein? Americans Still Want Beef, Despite the Price.
After chicken, consumers are buying more beef, while pork, turkey and soy products remain flat.
The U.S. Becomes a Global Hub for Horse Racing
More horses from overseas are competing in America’s marquee events, as the sport enjoys a renaissance.
Why Did So Many People File Early for Social Security Last Year?
Experts point to well-publicized turmoil at the government agency last year as a potential spark.
What Does Running the N.Y.C. Marathon Sound Like?
Mike Dang, a 10-time marathoner and New York Times business editor, relives the unique sonic experience of running the New…
Wanted: New Central Bank Chief. Expertise and Political Acumen Required.
The looming departure of the European Central Bank’s president, Christine Lagarde, has set in motion a high-stakes search for her…
A.I. Stocks Wobble, but Broader Market Is Holding On
The S&P 500 is set for a small loss for the month, despite a deeper slide in some of the…
U.S. Oil Industry Earned Over $130 Billion in Profit During Iran War
That was almost three times as much as what businesses producing and refining oil in the United States made in…
High Prices Haunt Trump and the GOP on Eve of the Midterms
A backlash over high prices helped Republicans capture a majority in 2024. Now, it may be the source of the…
Why the Markets Don’t Care About the Midterms
Factors like inflation, interest rates, A.I. and the war with Iran are far more important, our columnist says.
New York Bought an Electric Ferry. The City Can’t Charge It.
Locations across the country want to launch electric ferries to cut carbon emissions, but there are challenges to the rollout.