Most major economic forecasters now expect U.S. growth in 2026 to hover around 1.5% to 2%—slow, but not a recession. Still, some analysts warn that a mild downturn is possible if inflation or global trade tensions flare. These looming possibilities can amplify stress about rising healthcare costs. On today's Faith & Finance on AFR, Rob West and Lauren Gajdek describe practical ways to ease the anxiety. Then, Rob answers financial questions.
