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U.S. Economy Shrank in First Quarter as Trump Tariffs Loomed

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U.S. Economy Shrank in First Quarter as Trump Tariffs Loomed

Underlying economic growth remained solid in early 2025, but tariffs and uncertainty are expected to cause a further slowdown.

By Ben Casselman

Starbucks Profit Drops, but Leaders Say Turnaround Is Working

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Starbucks Profit Drops, but Leaders Say Turnaround Is Working

Profit fell 50 percent in the quarter, and the company said one reason was its hiring of additional workers to help its turnaround strategy.

By Julie Creswell

How Trump May Unintentionally Cut Carbon Emissions

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How Trump May Unintentionally Cut Carbon Emissions

Despite his administration’s lack of concern about climate change, a recession would give the atmosphere a break. At least in the short term.

By Lydia DePillis

Adidas Warns Sneakers Will Cost More in the U.S. as Trump’s Tariffs Take Effect

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Adidas Warns Sneakers Will Cost More in the U.S. as Trump’s Tariffs Take Effect

The chief of the German sportswear giant said that unpredictability surrounding the tariffs prevented the company from issuing a full-year forecast, but he predicted a price increase for American consumers.

By Melissa Eddy