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The range of forecasts is wide, but economists generally see a rising probability that the U.S. economy will shrink. By Isabella Simonetti and Jason Karaian High inflation, rising interest rates, ...

WE ARE in a bar, and agree to toss a coin for the next round. Heads, I pay; tails, the drinks are on you. What are your chances of a free pint? Most people – sober ones, at least – would agree: ...