In economics, a recession is a business cycle contraction that occurs when there is a period of broad decline in economic activity. [1][2] Recessions generally occur when there is a widespread drop in …

Aug 25, 2025 · A recession is a significant and widespread downturn in economic activity that typically lasts for longer than a few months. A common rule of thumb is that two consecutive quarters of …

Jun 1, 2026 · Will There Be a Recession in 2026? As of early June, a 2026 recession doesn't appear to be a given, but the economy is sending mixed signals.

Mar 31, 2026 · What is the definition of a recession, anyway? The NBER defines a recession as a “significant decline in economic activity that is spread across the economy, lasting more than a few …

Jul 9, 2026 · The good news is that this doesn't necessarily mean a recession is imminent. While economists do believe slower growth could lead to greater volatility, 58% of those surveyed do not …

Mar 25, 2026 · Economists have pulled up their risk assessments of a contraction amid heightened uncertainty over geopolitical risk and a labor market slump.

Mar 25, 2026 · Goldman Sachs on Tuesday increased its odds of a recession in the next 12 months to 30% from 25% and lowered its full-year GDP growth estimate to 2.1%, citing higher inflation and oil …

Oct 9, 2025 · Chief economist Mark Zandi exclusively told Fortune that 22 states are contracting and many lower- and middle-income households are “hanging on by their fingertips,” struggling with debt …

Nov 23, 2025 · Parts of the America's economy are already in deep trouble, and the weakness could drag the whole country into a recession.

Sep 12, 2025 · Amid a sharp slowdown in the labor market and the ongoing impact of new tariffs on consumers and businesses, worries are mounting that the US economy may be headed for a recession.