Topic: Jan Hatzius

Economic recovery falters. Does it signal recession or just a 'pause'?

There's sharp debate among forecasters as they examine the durability of the economic recovery and discuss what will happen next.

Home sales up in July, but 'for sale' glut is drag on market

Sales of existing homes rose 7.2 percent over June. But 4.1 million houses remain on the market, a jump over last month's level.

Home prices rise - but is it for real?

One home price index rose for the first time in three years Tuesday, but foreclosures still pose a hurdle to market stability.

A shift in home economics

Family finances get healthier as people save more and spend less. But will that help the recovery?

Ten US banks to repay TARP money

Stimulus 2: Can more spending spur a recovery?

Many economists agree another stimulus package is necessary. Some are skeptical about its benefits.

Banks' losses could put $900 billion squeeze on consumers

Troubled loans – from homes to cars – could trim economic growth by 1 percentage point, a new forecast says.