The Conversation - It's the economy, and so much more

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As the economy and business editor at The Conversation U.S., I’ve been keeping a close eye on the economic trends shaping our lives. And as we approach a new year — and the heart of the holiday shopping season — the economic landscape looks more complicated than ever.

Tax reform is on the horizon, tariffs are top news, and each day seems to bring word of new and ever more baroque financial scams. At a time like this, staying informed is more critical than ever.

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