Paul Solman explains how today's income disparity compares to the past. The theme of the presidential campaign of 1912 was economic inequality, he points out, but it's worse today and has been since the mid-1990s.

A leading economist explains why game theory has become so important in economics, and how Jane Austen anticipated its results a mere 200 years ago.

Are the world’s central banks printing too much money? Does the global economy need coordination? Author Benn Steil examines what lessons can be learned from the 1944 Bretton Woods conference.

How do you approach your boss to argue that you deserve a raise? Headhunter Nick Corcodilos explains what to do when an employer is taking advantage of experienced employees and how to get the salary that reflects your contributions.

The museum, already hard-hit by the economic crash, didn't meet fundraising and attendance goals.

Even as high unemployment persists, benefits are being cut for those long out of work.

Increases in construction and home sales are boosting sales of pickups and landscaping.

Since the collapse of a garment factory last month, ethical fashion has been in the spotlight.