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Economy Thursday, September 24, 2026
Your federal benefits changed this year. Here’s what to know
A guide to the retirement, insurance, Social Security and TSP changes affecting federal employees, retirees and survivors in 2026, plus what to watch for in 2027.
Projections of Deficits and Debt Under Alternative Scenarios for Interest Rates and the Budget
CBO responds to a request for an analysis of projected deficits and debt under a scenario with higher interest rates and a scenario with a constant debt-to-GDP ratio.
After several difficult years, economists now expect German economy to grow
Germany's economy is growing again, but recovery remains on shaky ground. High government spending is keeping the economy afloat, while energy prices, a shortage of skilled workers and debt continue to weigh on it.
New Home Sales Increase to 684,000 Annual Rate in August
Median New Home Price is Down 15% from the Peak due to Change in Mix
The Distribution of Household Income, 2023
CBO examines the distribution of income—and of the means-tested transfers and federal taxes that affect it—from 1979 to 2023.
Why Treasury yields are ripping higher
Data: FactSet; Chart: Axios/Matt Phillips Treasury yields are soaring, with the 30-year Treasury bond climbing to its highest level since 2004 Thursday. The selloff in bonds started to accelerate Wednesday after a sizzling early report on the economy in September. The big picture: For the bond…