Alana Semuels

Alana Semuels is an economic correspondent at TIME. She covers work, consumer spending, retail, gender, and technology. She is a four-time finalist for the Gerald Loeb Award for Distinguished Business and Financial Journalism, and has won awards from the Society of Business Editors and Writers and the Los Angeles Press Club.

Recent Articles

Using Automation to Prep for Labor Shortages

Leaders in the field discussed innovations in artificial intelligence, automation, and infrastructure at a TIME100 talk on Dec. 3.

By Alana Semuels

Why Street Cats Are Taking Over Urban Neighborhoods

The rising costs of pet ownership is forcing an increasing number of people to abandon their cats and dogs

By Alana Semuels

The Rise of Silent Services

People are signing up for haircuts, rides, book clubs and other activities that offer quiet time.

By Alana Semuels

What Donald Trump’s Win Means for Inflation 

Economists say his proposals could drive up the costs of apparel, toys, appliances, and food

By Alana Semuels

Why Sit-Down Chain Restaurants Are Struggling

Full-service chains like Red Lobster, TGI Fridays and others are having a hard time in current economic conditions

By Alana Semuels

How the Economy is Doing in the Swing States

Some of the places faring especially well—and especially poorly—could determine the election

By Alana Semuels

Why You Can't Find a Pediatrician

Pediatrics is one of the lowest-paid areas of medicine, creating challenges for doctors and parents alike.

By Alana Semuels

The Age of Scams

Why you're constantly baited by grifters—and more vulnerable than you think

By Alana Semuels

Why Your Pharmacy Experience Is Miserable

Chains and independent pharmacies alike are short-staffed, leading to long lines and frustrating  experiences.

By Alana Semuels

How FedEx CEO Raj Subramaniam Is Adapting to a Post-Pandemic Economy

Raj Subramaniam spoke to TIME about his upbringing, his career at FedEx, and the company’s future.

By Alana Semuels

Isabel Casillas Guzmán Wants to Boost Businesses for All Americans

The SBA administrator is committed to expanding access and support for underserved communities.

By Alana Semuels

Isabel Casillas Guzmán quiere impulsar los negocios para todos los americanos

La administradora de la SBA está comprometida a expandir el acceso y apoyo para las comunidades desatendidas.

By Alana Semuels

Why Americans Are Cooking More At Home

The pandemic changed the way we eat.

By Alana Semuels

U.S. Government Asks For Consumer Help on Solar Scams

Three agencies are working together to warn customers about solar scams

By Alana Semuels

What's Changing for Home Buyers

A settlement with the National Association of Realtors means changes to how homes are sold

By Alana Semuels

The Personal Check Is Disappearing. Here's What Comes Next

Get ready for instant payments, in which money moves from your account to another immediately.

By Alana Semuels

A Big Solar Company May Be Collapsing

SunPower, of the nation's leading solar installers, is no longer selling leases.

By Alana Semuels

Why Mail Theft Is On the Rise

Mail theft is booming, but experts disagree about the reasons.

By Alana Semuels

What Happens When Solar Companies Shut Down

As solar companies go out of business, residents are left with roof panels that don't work

By Alana Semuels

Another Solar Company Goes Bust

Titan Solar closes shop, underscoring the struggles of an embattled industry.

By Alana Semuels
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