Even with a healthcare system that leans heavily on the private sector, the U.S. government actually spends more money on public healthcare than most countries.
Consumers are the foundation of the economy, and how they spend money is telling. See what's changed with how Americans spend their money over the years.
Black Friday kicks off the U.S. holiday shopping season, during which consumers will spend $655.8 billion this year. Where do they get that extra cash from?
Americans spent more than $3 trillion, or 17.5% of GDP, on healthcare in 2015. Are they getting any bang for their buck?
How do millennials spend their discretionary income in comparison to other groups? We dive into the latest survey results on millennial spending habits.
How currency debasement, soaring costs, and overtaxing helped lead to the collapse of Ancient Rome's economy and empire.
This map shows global defense spending by country - and it puts U.S. military spending into perspective.
Have you ever wondered how much Russians spend on alcohol compared to different countries? Or how much households in Saudi Arabia allocate to recreation?
