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US news
fromwww.aljazeera.com
1 month ago

Trump says China violated' Geneva deal with US on tariffs, minerals

Trump claimed China's economy was dire, necessitating a tariff deal.
Accusations arose from Trump regarding China's breach of trade agreements.
Communication from China suggests ongoing diplomatic efforts despite tensions.
US politics
fromBusiness Insider
1 month ago

Trump's trade talk delegation is set to face off with China's negotiators in London. Here is what's at stake.

First US-China talks since May tariff truce occur in London.
Trump administration faces pressure to secure a trade deal.
US politics
fromwww.mediaite.com
1 month ago

Conservative Think Tank Head Blasts Trump Tariffs: Doesn't Make a Whole Lot of Sense'

Michael Strain critiques Trump's tariff plan, emphasizing it will raise consumer prices contradicting the administration's assurances.
US news
fromBoston.com
1 month ago

Trump's massive import taxes haven't done much economic damage - yet

Despite warnings of rising prices due to tariffs, recent economic data shows easing inflation and stable job growth, but caution remains.
The unpredictability of tariffs and their potential future impact on inflation keeps concerns alive among economists.
US news
fromwww.aljazeera.com
1 month ago

Trump says China violated' Geneva deal with US on tariffs, minerals

Trump claimed China's economy was dire, necessitating a tariff deal.
Accusations arose from Trump regarding China's breach of trade agreements.
Communication from China suggests ongoing diplomatic efforts despite tensions.
US politics
fromBusiness Insider
1 month ago

Trump's trade talk delegation is set to face off with China's negotiators in London. Here is what's at stake.

First US-China talks since May tariff truce occur in London.
Trump administration faces pressure to secure a trade deal.
US politics
fromwww.mediaite.com
1 month ago

Conservative Think Tank Head Blasts Trump Tariffs: Doesn't Make a Whole Lot of Sense'

Michael Strain critiques Trump's tariff plan, emphasizing it will raise consumer prices contradicting the administration's assurances.
US news
fromBoston.com
1 month ago

Trump's massive import taxes haven't done much economic damage - yet

Despite warnings of rising prices due to tariffs, recent economic data shows easing inflation and stable job growth, but caution remains.
The unpredictability of tariffs and their potential future impact on inflation keeps concerns alive among economists.
#politics
Productivity
fromThe Atlantic
1 month ago

Trump's National-Security Disaster

The disintegration of national-security processes under Trump poses significant risks to America's international relations and rule of law.
fromFortune
1 day ago
US politics

Musk forms the America Party and Sam Altman backs 'techno-capitalism' as old economic consensus gives way to rival visions

Productivity
fromThe Atlantic
1 month ago

Trump's National-Security Disaster

The disintegration of national-security processes under Trump poses significant risks to America's international relations and rule of law.
fromFortune
1 day ago
US politics

Musk forms the America Party and Sam Altman backs 'techno-capitalism' as old economic consensus gives way to rival visions

fromwww.mediaite.com
1 day ago

Doom-Mongering': WH Economist Says Summers, CBO Wrong on Trump's Big Beautiful Bill and It's Not the First Time'

Miran dismissed critics like Summers as doom-mongers regarding the Big Beautiful Bill, arguing such claims have repeatedly proven erroneous in the past.
US politics
#climate-change
US news
fromThe Nation
1 month ago

The False Promise of Nuclear Power

Trump and Biden surprisingly agree on nuclear power as a climate solution, despite differing motivations for supporting it.
US news
fromThe Nation
1 month ago

The False Promise of Nuclear Power

Trump and Biden surprisingly agree on nuclear power as a climate solution, despite differing motivations for supporting it.
#ai-impact
#wealth
#technology
fromFortune
1 week ago
Digital life

Diane Brady talks to economist Nouriel Roubini, Carlyle's David Rubenstein, and Kraken's Arjun Sethi.

fromFortune
1 week ago
Digital life

Diane Brady talks to economist Nouriel Roubini, Carlyle's David Rubenstein, and Kraken's Arjun Sethi.

#job-market
fromBusiness Insider
1 week ago
Retirement

I retired early in my 50s and am re-entering the workforce at 60. I set aside $4,500 to get certifications - I need every advantage I can get.

fromBusiness Insider
1 week ago
Retirement

I retired early in my 50s and am re-entering the workforce at 60. I set aside $4,500 to get certifications - I need every advantage I can get.

#trade-relations
fromwww.cbc.ca
1 week ago
Canada news

40 years on, Canada's stubby beer bottle is recast as a quiet form of protectionism | CBC News

fromwww.cbc.ca
1 week ago
Canada news

40 years on, Canada's stubby beer bottle is recast as a quiet form of protectionism | CBC News

#real-estate
#housing-market
fromSFGATE
1 week ago
LA real estate

Buyers in the Priciest Housing Markets Need 80% Down To Afford Monthly Costs

fromSFGATE
1 week ago
LA real estate

Buyers in the Priciest Housing Markets Need 80% Down To Afford Monthly Costs

from24/7 Wall St.
1 week ago

A McDonald's Hamburger Now Costs 1,027% More

The cost of a hamburger at the first McDonald's in 1955 was priced at $0.15, marking the beginning of an era of affordable fast food.
Retirement
fromArchitectural Digest
1 week ago

Our Firm Relies on Immigrant Labor. Here's What We'd Lose Without It.

Scaring the immigrant population into not feeling safe enough to work will lead to a complete destruction of our landscape and construction industries.
Los Angeles
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 weeks ago

Europe's pledge to spend more on military will hurt climate and social programmes

The head of Nato indicated that all 32 members agreed to increase military spending significantly, raising concerns about the attendant costs for social and environmental programs.
Europe politics
#inflation
US news
fromFast Company
3 weeks ago

U.S. inflation report shows 2.4% increase in consumer prices

U.S. inflation remains above the Federal Reserve's target, limiting interest rate cut possibilities.
Core inflation signals ongoing price pressures despite some drops in specific categories.
US news
fromFast Company
3 weeks ago

U.S. inflation report shows 2.4% increase in consumer prices

U.S. inflation remains above the Federal Reserve's target, limiting interest rate cut possibilities.
Core inflation signals ongoing price pressures despite some drops in specific categories.
#trump
#productivity
fromFuturism
1 month ago
Artificial intelligence

You'll Spit Take When You Hear How Little Time Workers Are Saving With AI, According to This Huge New Study

fromFuturism
1 month ago
Artificial intelligence

You'll Spit Take When You Hear How Little Time Workers Are Saving With AI, According to This Huge New Study

fromenglish.elpais.com
3 weeks ago

One second to end what the universe has built in 10 million years

The human complex relationship with gold stems from its unique properties and historical significance, making it a focal point for economic and cultural activity throughout time.
OMG science
fromwww.thelocal.se
3 weeks ago

Which immigrants contribute most to the Swedish economy and why?

A report from Sweden's NIER shows immigrants contribute more to the economy than those born in Sweden, particularly with notable variations among different origin countries.
UK news
fromFast Company
3 weeks ago

Inside Walmart's ambitious plan to make your clothes in America again

Cotton is so pretty at harvest time,
Fashion & style
UK politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
3 weeks ago

Experts question Rachel Reeves' spending promises

Rachel Reeves faces skepticism about meeting asylum-related spending promises amid concerns about backlog reduction and budget allocations.
#trade-war
US politics
fromenglish.elpais.com
1 month ago

Justin Yifu Lin, former Chinese government advisor: Trump's tariff policy is irrational. It will hurt his people'

Recent agreement may signal a new era in US-China trade relations, but uncertainties persist.
fromwww.npr.org
4 weeks ago

Is all this talk of recession indicators a sign a recession is coming?

If you go to the bar and there are, like, little dishes of wasabi peas out, recession! You're f***ed.
Cryptocurrency
#ireland
Arts
fromBusiness Insider
4 weeks ago

Artists who got almost $1,500 a month under a basic income pilot say their work improved

Ireland's basic income pilot program for artists concludes after three years, providing significant financial support to participants.
Arts
fromBusiness Insider
4 weeks ago

Artists who got almost $1,500 a month under a basic income pilot say their work improved

Ireland's basic income pilot program for artists concludes after three years, providing significant financial support to participants.
fromwww.scientificamerican.com
4 weeks ago

The Surprising Strategy for Winning These Auctions? Honesty

In a first-price sealed-bid auction, bidders are incentivized to shade their bid—that is, to offer less than what they consider the object's true value to avoid overpaying.
Fundraising
#tax-policy
fromBig Think
4 weeks ago

The Steve Hanke interview: "Writing a tweet is the endgame of the Feynman Technique"

Hanke's expertise has garnered him international recognition, allowing him to navigate dangerous political landscapes while characterizing himself as a classical liberal economist.
Humor
#globalization
US politics
fromenglish.elpais.com
1 month ago

Dani Rodrik: Trump's ban on foreign students is catastrophic; the US must prepare for a very bleak future'

Globalization, democracy, and national sovereignty cannot coexist fully; trade-offs are necessary among these concepts.
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 month ago

I suspect there's something poisonous about money. That's why I'm embracing a gift economy | Kelley Swain

The first book of economics I read was The Serviceberry by Robin Wall Kimmerer. The point of this beautifully written, small book is that different concepts of economies exist.
Everyday cooking
#manufacturing
Tech industry
fromwww.dw.com
1 month ago

Can India replace China for Apple's iPhones? DW 05/19/2025

Apple is shifting more iPhone production to India, planning major production increases as a response to US tariffs.
Tech industry
fromwww.bbc.com
1 month ago

Apple boosts India's factory hopes - but a US-China deal could derail plans

India's manufacturing ambitions may face setbacks due to a new US-China trade agreement.
Apple
fromBusiness Insider
1 month ago

Apple spent many years and billions of dollars investing in China. Now it's stuck there.

Apple's production dependence on China is unlikely to change despite Trump's urging to manufacture in America.
Tech industry
fromwww.dw.com
1 month ago

Can India help Apple diversify away from China? DW 05/14/2025

India will be a key hub for iPhone production for the US market, according to Apple CEO Tim Cook.
Tech industry
fromwww.dw.com
1 month ago

Can India replace China for Apple's iPhones? DW 05/19/2025

Apple is shifting more iPhone production to India, planning major production increases as a response to US tariffs.
Tech industry
fromwww.bbc.com
1 month ago

Apple boosts India's factory hopes - but a US-China deal could derail plans

India's manufacturing ambitions may face setbacks due to a new US-China trade agreement.
Apple
fromBusiness Insider
1 month ago

Apple spent many years and billions of dollars investing in China. Now it's stuck there.

Apple's production dependence on China is unlikely to change despite Trump's urging to manufacture in America.
Tech industry
fromwww.dw.com
1 month ago

Can India help Apple diversify away from China? DW 05/14/2025

India will be a key hub for iPhone production for the US market, according to Apple CEO Tim Cook.
fromwww.dw.com
1 month ago

Azerbaijan: Young economics journalist facing prison DW 06/02/2025

Hearing that the prosecutors wanted a 12-year sentence for Farid was very painful. It took me back to my sentence where the prosecutor wanted nine years' imprisonment for me.
UK news
Artificial intelligence
fromTheregister
1 month ago

Trump and AI are destabilizing the global economy, says WEF

Trump's trade policies and AI create significant uncertainty in the global economy.
Economists predict weak US growth and high inflation amid ongoing trade volatility.
#remittances
US politics
fromIrish Independent
1 month ago

The Sunday Independent's view: Donald Trump's tariffs on EU risk Mutually Assured Destruction

Trump's proposed tariffs on the EU highlight his misunderstandings of trade negotiations with democracies compared to autocratic states.
fromwww.mcall.com
1 month ago

The penny costs nearly 4 cents to make. Here's how much the US spends on minting its other coins

The U.S. penny's production cost has reached nearly 4 cents, leading the Mint to announce a halt in penny production after existing stocks are depleted.
Cryptocurrency
#fiscal-policy
from24/7 Wall St.
1 month ago

Gas Tax Shock? One State Now Charges 60 Cents a Gallon

California drivers face a staggering 60 cent state tax, making their pump price $4.88—a notable $1.73 above the national average.
Cryptocurrency
fromLondon Business News | Londonlovesbusiness.com
1 month ago

April retail sales sees strong food sales boost figures - London Business News | Londonlovesbusiness.com

Retail sales volumes came in better than expected in April, largely due to very strong food sales, fuelled by warmer weather and earlier barbecuing.
UK politics
US news
fromwww.npr.org
1 month ago

No more pennies: In big change, Treasury will stop minting them

The Trump administration plans to phase out the penny due to its cost inefficiency.
fromwww.aljazeera.com
1 month ago

South Sudan on edge as Sudan's war threatens vital oil industry

Sudan's army may shut down oil export facilities for South Sudan, threatening its economy reliant on oil revenue amid ongoing civil conflict.
Russo-Ukrainian War
Cryptocurrency
fromstupiddope.com
1 month ago

Bitcoin Hits New All-Time High, Surging Past January Record | stupidDOPE | Est. 2008

Bitcoin reached a new all-time high, reinforcing its status as a speculative asset and digital safe haven in uncertain economic times.
fromThe Mercury News
1 month ago

Letters: Where is Newsom as refinery closures threaten state economy?

In a recent paper, professor Michael Miche of USC predicted that the impact could be gasoline prices of over $8 a gallon.
NYC politics
Arts
fromwww.npr.org
1 month ago

What we misunderstand about gun violence

Gun violence in the U.S. is often misunderstood; behavioral economics offers new insights into its causes and potential solutions.
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