Economic Conditions and Trends

Trump’s Trade War Risks Forfeiting America’s Economic Primacy

The United States has steered an economic order for 80 years based on trade and trust, making the country the world’s financial superpower. That vision is now blurred.

By Patricia Cohen

Customs (Tariff) Economic Conditions and Trends International Trade and World Market Japan Trump, Donald J

Japan Lacks a ‘Viable Option’ for Retaliating to Trump’s Tariffs

Japan has refrained from talk of striking back at U.S. tariffs. Trade experts say that is because its inflation-strained economy limits its options.

By River Akira Davis

Bank of England Economic Conditions and Trends Inflation (Economics) International Trade and World Market Reeves, Rachel (1979- ) Starmer, Keir

U.K. Boosts Military Spending and Cuts Welfare in ‘Uncertain World’

The changes come as President Trump’s tariff threats have disrupted global trade and added pressure to the British government’s already strained budget.

By Eshe Nelson

Dolphins and Porpoises Economic Conditions and Trends Global Warming Hunting and Trapping Oceans and Seas Solomon Islands

Why These Islanders Hunt Dolphins

The residents of Fanalei Island, in the Solomon Islands, say the lucrative hunts will help them buy land elsewhere and move off their sinking home.

By Prianka Srinivasan and Matthew Abbott