A look at past US government shutdowns | World Economic Forum
Feb 9, 2018 · Can governments make us happier? What’s the value of US government-provided health insurance? The shutdown occurred after conservative Republicans in the House of Representatives …
Everything you need to know about the US government shutdown
Feb 15, 2019 · The US is potentially facing another federal government shutdown. President Donald Trump wants $5.7 billion to fund a border wall with Mexico. The Democrats who took control of the …
Internet shutdowns: What happens when the internet shuts down?
Oct 20, 2022 · The frequency and duration of internet shutdowns worldwide is increasing, experts say. But so are efforts to document shutdowns and keep people online.
The US credit rating was downgraded. Here’s what to know
Aug 9, 2023 · The US government's long-term credit rating was downgraded by a leading rating agency in August 2023. Sovereign credit ratings are independent assessments of a government's …
Discover this week's must-read finance stories | World Economic Forum
Oct 31, 2025 · US government shutdown could shave up to 2% off Q4 GDP: The nonpartisan Congressional Budget Office estimates the ongoing federal shutdown may cost the economy $7-14 …
Key US cyber law expires, and other cybersecurity news
Oct 3, 2025 · 1. Major US cybersecurity law expires The Cybersecurity Information Sharing Act (CISA), a major piece of US legislation on cybersecurity, expired on 1 October, 2025, amid a government …
US debt ceiling: Everything you need to know | World Economic Forum
Jun 8, 2023 · US lawmakers averted a crisis by suspending the country’s debt ceiling last week, saving the country from running out of money to pay its bills. But what exactly is the debt ceiling? And what …
The rise of America's debt ceiling - The World Economic Forum
May 30, 2023 · Failure to raise the debt ceiling can lead to a government shutdown, reduced investor confidence, increased borrowing costs and potential defaults on financial obligations. Finding a …
Discover this week's must-read finance stories | World Economic Forum
Oct 2, 2025 · 3. More finance news to know US government shutdown halts key economic data: The federal government partially shut down on 1 October after Congress failed to extend funding, …
Top economics news: Global economic growth to slow in 2024 | World ...
Nov 17, 2023 · The US Senate averted a government shutdown on 15 November by passing a temporary spending bill. The 87-11 vote ended the third fiscal standoff in a year that has already …