How much could a government shutdown cost the economy and taxpayers?

Each week of the ongoing government shutdown could cost the economy $7 billion and reduce GDP growth by 0.1 percentage points ...

The Economy Shrugged Off Past Government Shutdowns, But This One Could Be Different

Key Takeaways The current government shutdown isn't expected to leave scars on the economy, but that could change if President Donald Trump follows through on a threat to fire thousands of federal ...

What would a government shutdown mean for markets and the economy?

While the government plays a big part in the economy, history shows that the lasting effects of shutdowns are limited.

What this shutdown could mean for the economy and your 401(k)

Although painful for federal workers, travelers, and thousands of people and businesses in and outside Washington that partner with the US government, shutdowns typically aren’t significant events for ...