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#inflation
fromwww.mercurynews.com
4 weeks ago
US politics

U.S. producer prices surge in July as Trump tariffs push costs higher

U.S. wholesale inflation unexpectedly surged due to rising import tariffs, signaling potential price increases for consumers.
fromFortune
1 month ago
US politics

US inflation to rise as higher tariffs feed through

Underlying inflation rose slightly in July, driven by higher import duties and retail price increases.
#immigration
fromFortune
4 weeks ago
US politics

Trump is deporting so many immigrants that it could cause inflation to hit 4% next year, top economist says

fromwww.mediaite.com
1 month ago
Agriculture

Trump Bizarrely Claims Immigrants Are Naturally' Able to Do Farm Work in Bonkers Moment: They Don't Get a Bad Back!'

fromFortune
4 weeks ago
US politics

Trump is deporting so many immigrants that it could cause inflation to hit 4% next year, top economist says

fromwww.mediaite.com
1 month ago
Agriculture

Trump Bizarrely Claims Immigrants Are Naturally' Able to Do Farm Work in Bonkers Moment: They Don't Get a Bad Back!'

US politics
fromwww.mediaite.com
5 days ago

Underwater on All of Them!' CNN Data Guru Reveals Trump's Approval Has Sank Across All Major Issues

Donald Trump's approval ratings are negative across all major issues, including trade, the economy, foreign policy, crime, and immigration.
US news
fromConde Nast Traveler
9 years ago

10 Best US States to Live In, According to a New Study

WalletHub ranks states by affordability, economy, education & health, quality of life, and safety to identify the 10 best states to live in for 2025.
#trump
fromAxios
1 week ago
US politics

Trump: Tariff decision "an emergency," will appeal to SCOTUS as soon as Wednesday

fromWIRED
1 month ago
US politics

Trump Is Undermining Trust in Official Economic Statistics. China Shows Where That Path Can Lead

fromAxios
1 week ago
US politics

Trump: Tariff decision "an emergency," will appeal to SCOTUS as soon as Wednesday

fromWIRED
1 month ago
US politics

Trump Is Undermining Trust in Official Economic Statistics. China Shows Where That Path Can Lead

US politics
fromwww.mediaite.com
1 week ago

Trump's Set Up for a Brutal End of Year Does the Media's Growing Irrelevance Make Him Immune?

Donald Trump implemented Project 2025 aggressively but faces growing vulnerabilities in the economy, foreign policy, legal exposure, and diminishing media accountability.
fromwww.dw.com
2 weeks ago

Germany updates: Merz and Macron chair Franco-German council DW 08/29/2025

"I believe that the Franco-German tandem is now perfectly coordinated to create a stronger Europe in the areas of economy, trade and currency,"
France news
Renovation
fromFortune
3 weeks ago

Home Depot says tariff price increases are coming and customers are putting off larger home-improvement projects as worries about the economy fester

Home Depot customers are postponing large home-improvement projects due to high interest rates and economic uncertainty.
US politics
fromAxios
3 weeks ago

The clock is ticking on deciphering the job market slowdown

Labor market downturns may influence interest rate decisions amidst complex immigration and demographic factors.
#job-growth
from24/7 Wall St.
3 weeks ago
Public health

More Than 80% Of New Jobs Are In Health Care. These Are The Cities Driving The U.S. Health Care Economy

Health care accounted for approximately 80% of the 74,000 jobs added in June in the U.S.
fromThe New York Sun
4 weeks ago
NYC politics

New York City Tries To Blame Trump for Its Job Growth Failures

New York City added only 956 private-sector jobs this year, contrasting sharply with last year's growth.
from24/7 Wall St.
3 weeks ago
Public health

More Than 80% Of New Jobs Are In Health Care. These Are The Cities Driving The U.S. Health Care Economy

#job-market
E-Commerce
fromFortune
3 weeks ago

Wayfair CFO says sellers on the company's $12 billion marketplace are trying to 'insulate' customers from tariffs

The home goods market is shifting from pandemic booms to economic headwinds and evolving shopping habits.
Venture
from24/7 Wall St.
3 weeks ago

Top Tech ETFs Poised for Explosive Growth

The technology sector is thriving with strong performance from leading companies and sector-focused ETFs.
#tariffs
fromFortune
3 weeks ago
US politics

We still aren't sure what's going on with tariffs and inflation - or what will happen next

fromFortune
1 month ago
US politics

Goldman Sachs doubles down on tariff research that infuriated Trump, saying average Americans will bear two-thirds of the costs

US politics
fromBusiness Insider
1 month ago

The bulk of Trump's tariffs are finally here. We broke down what the latest updates mean for you.

Trump's tariffs are aimed at achieving economic and policy objectives despite predicted short-term price increases.
fromFortune
3 weeks ago
US politics

We still aren't sure what's going on with tariffs and inflation - or what will happen next

fromFortune
1 month ago
US politics

Goldman Sachs doubles down on tariff research that infuriated Trump, saying average Americans will bear two-thirds of the costs

fromwww.aljazeera.com
4 weeks ago

Republicans say price report is a boon; Democrats say bust. Who's right?

Republican Senator Rick Scott celebrated the July report, stating inflation was lighter than expected, viewing it as positive news for Florida families and supporting President Trump.
US politics
US politics
fromSlate Magazine
4 weeks ago

Trump's New Pick for a Key Economic Role Really Does Not Inspire Confidence

A new era of economic reporting under Trump's administration aims to mask negative data with optimistic messaging.
The political environment currently features absurd events and figures contributing to the landscape.
fromwww.orlandosentinel.com
4 weeks ago

Puerto Rico cashes in on Bad Bunny as thousands flock to the island for his concerts

"This summer, thousands descended on Puerto Rico, where the singer's concert residency in San Juan, running from mid-June through mid-September, has single-handedly boosted the island's fragile economy."
Music
#china
#unemployment
fromNew York Daily News
4 weeks ago

Readers sound off on rethinking a tax rebate, Coney Island parking and signs of the end times

New York has lost an estimated $600 billion since it fully rebated the Stock Transfer Tax in 1981, impacting funding for crucial public services.
New York City
US politics
fromTruthout
4 weeks ago

US-Based Companies Announce Record Number of Impending Layoffs

U.S. employers cite 'DOGE Actions' as the top reason for record job cuts planned.
US politics
fromwww.aljazeera.com
4 weeks ago

Will Evo Morales sink the left in Bolivia's presidential race?

Evo Morales's political ambitions and exclusion from elections have led to deepening divisions within Bolivia's left amid an economic crisis.
US news
fromFortune
4 weeks ago

Jobless claims remain in post-COVID trench, falling unexpectedly in early August

Jobless benefit claims decreased to 224,000, remaining historically low post-COVID-19.
fromFortune
4 weeks ago

Another tariff warning sign as wholesale inflation surges unexpectedly in July

The Labor Department reported Thursday that its producer price index - which measures inflation before it hits consumers - was up 0.9% last month from June and 3.3% from a year earlier.
US politics
UK news
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 month ago

A policy that benefited the richest and cost the UK 100bn: it's long past time to end the fuel duty freeze | Larry Elliott

Potholes illustrate Britain's infrastructure issues, exacerbated by rising road use and budget cuts.
Venture
fromenglish.elpais.com
1 month ago

Chevron's return offers temporary relief to Venezuela's struggling economy

Chevron's return to Venezuela aims to increase oil production and may stimulate a modest economic recovery.
US news
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 month ago

Oil and gold prices retreat on Ukraine optimism; Faberge sold to US investment firm business live

Oil and gold prices are down as optimism grows about negotiations regarding Ukraine, while tariffs on gold bars impact market activity.
fromSFGATE
1 month ago

1 Million Retirees in Maryland Qualify For The 'Senior Deduction' Under Big, Beautiful Bill

The One Big Beautiful Bill Act removes federal tax obligations from Social Security income for 88% of seniors, allowing 51.4 million retirees to retain more income.
Retirement
#recession
fromFortune
1 month ago
US Elections

More than half of industries are already shedding workers, a 'telling' sign that's accompanied past recessions, top economist says

fromFortune
1 month ago
US politics

Top economist warns the U.S. is 'on the precipice of recession' - and it will be hard for the Fed to come to the rescue

fromFortune
1 month ago
US Elections

More than half of industries are already shedding workers, a 'telling' sign that's accompanied past recessions, top economist says

fromFortune
1 month ago
US politics

Top economist warns the U.S. is 'on the precipice of recession' - and it will be hard for the Fed to come to the rescue

UK news
fromwww.independent.co.uk
1 month ago

Embattled Rachel Reeves urges public to be patient with Labour on rescuing economy

The Independent offers accessible journalism while supporting impactful reporting on key issues facing America today.
US news
fromwww.npr.org
1 month ago

Las Vegas sees drop in tourism, hinting at broader economic woes facing the U.S.

Las Vegas tourism is seeing a significant decline indicating potential broader economic trends.
US politics
fromwww.mediaite.com
1 month ago

Trump Trots Out His Own Numbers on the Economy Days After Firing Data Chief

Trump accused jobs data of being rigged after soft numbers and revisions.
Moore claimed BLS overestimated job creation by 1.5 million.
#stock-market
fromFortune
1 month ago
US politics

Wall Street's view of a 'Kevlar economy' has just been shattered, but red flags were lurking under the radar

fromFortune
1 month ago
US politics

Wall Street's view of a 'Kevlar economy' has just been shattered, but red flags were lurking under the radar

E-Commerce
fromBusline News
1 month ago

Editor's Note - July/August 2025 - Busline News

The 2024 Motorcoach Census emphasizes the vital economic and mobility contributions of the motorcoach industry in North America.
#federal-reserve
fromFortune
1 month ago
US politics

Markets are near-certain of a September rate cut as more presidents turn dovish overnight

fromFortune
1 month ago
US politics

Markets are near-certain of a September rate cut as more presidents turn dovish overnight

UK politics
fromBusiness Matters
1 month ago

Starmer refuses to rule out tax hikes as economists warn of 50bn fiscal black hole

Sir Keir Starmer has not ruled out tax increases amidst a projected £50 billion shortfall in public finances.
UK news
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 month ago

The Guardian view on the London Stock Exchange: its struggles are symptoms of a broken growth model | Editorial

The British stock market is facing severe challenges, with declining listings and low investment levels.
Apple
fromABC7 Los Angeles
1 month ago

Trump to announce Apple's plans to invest $100B more in US, raising total to $600B

Apple will increase its U.S. investments by $100 billion over the next four years, raising total commitments to $600 billion.
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 month ago

Little England' no more: what I learned on my first trip to the Caribbean

Barbados's economy is heavily reliant on tourism, contributing nearly one-third of GDP, with a noticeable increase during the northern hemisphere's colder months.
Travel
#donald-trump
Canada news
fromwww.twincities.com
1 month ago

Crucial exemption allows majority of Canadian and Mexican goods to be shipped to US without tariffs

Tariffs on Canadian goods increased to 35%, but most exports remain exempt due to USMCA compliance.
fromwww.housingwire.com
1 month ago

Mortgage rates cool off as the policy debate heats up

The 30-year fixed mortgage rate dropped to 6.57%, the lowest figure since October 2024, according to Mortgage News Daily.
US politics
US politics
fromwww.mediaite.com
1 month ago

They're Fixing What Ain't Broke!' Dan Abrams Says Trump BLS Firing Spells Disaster

Trump's firing of BLS commissioner Dr. McEntarfer is concerning for objectivity and truth in job reporting amid rising unemployment and revised job figures.
from24/7 Wall St.
1 month ago

France Tops UK in Economic Firepower (PPP), but Germany Remains Supreme

France's purchasing power stands at $3.76 trillion, making it a leading economy capable of funding an elite military, positioning it as a significant global military power.
France news
fromwww.mediaite.com
1 month ago

Joe Kernen Confronts Trump On Canning Labor Stats Official

Firing a labor statistics chief after an underwhelming jobs report undermines confidence in the system, raising concerns about perceived political bias in the data.
US politics
Miscellaneous
fromFortune Asia
1 month ago

Indonesian growth unexpectedly jumps 5.12%, defying weak lending

Indonesia's economy grew 5.12% in the second quarter, surprising economists amidst challenges like weak loan growth and job losses.
fromKIRO 7 News Seattle
1 month ago

Washington saw biggest construction job loss in U.S. over past year

Washington experienced a significant loss of 11,300 construction jobs from June 2024 to June 2025, marking the largest decline in the nation according to AGC.
Renovation
US politics
fromwww.thelocal.ch
1 month ago

'Switzerland's future is in Trump's hands', Swiss president warns

Switzerland's economy and export industry heavily rely on U.S. tariff decisions, especially those made by President Trump.
Careers
fromBusiness Insider
1 month ago

Russia's inflation fight is working - at the cost of growth

Russia has controlled inflation, but the economy is slowing with manufacturing facing contraction and growth projections falling.
Real estate
fromIndependent
1 month ago

'We can't get builders in on a 10 Ryanair flight anymore': Irish economist who predicted the crash on what's coming next

Rising house prices are expected to continue without decline in the near future.
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