President Trump’s vow to hit the global automotive industry with new duties risks raising inflation and inflaming trade-war tensions.
Category: Inflation (Economics)
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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.
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Trump Trade Policies and Federal Cuts Shake Consumer Confidence
The level in the Conference Board’s latest monthly survey was the lowest since January 2021.
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Bank of England Cautious Amid Economic Uncertainty and Rising Bills
Policymakers held interest rates at 4.5 percent on Thursday as they warned of rising economic uncertainty. Households are also bracing for higher utility costs starting next month.
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Powell’s ‘Transitory’ Inflation Call Revives Memories of Pandemic
Investors cheered the Federal Reserve chair’s assessment. But some economists fear a case of déjà vu.
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Fed Holds Interest Rates Steady, but Trump’s Tariffs Could Slow Inflation Progress
Tariffs took center stage during the news conference with Jerome H. Powell, the Fed chair, on Wednesday.
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How Fed Rates Influence Mortgages, Credit Cards, Savings and More
Here’s how the central bank’s interest rate stance influences car loans, credit cards, mortgages, savings and student loans.
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What to watch at the Fed meeting.
A new set of economic projections will provide the latest view of how central bankers think President Trump’s agenda will affect the economy.
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The Fed’s Projections: How to Read Them Like a Pro
The Federal Reserve will release fresh economic estimates on Wednesday. Here’s how to read the outlook for 2025 and beyond.
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What to Watch at the Federal Reserve’s March Meeting
A new set of economic projections will provide the latest view of how central bankers think President Trump’s agenda will affect the economy.
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An Uncertain Economic Moment Poses a Big Test for the Fed
The U.S. central bank prepares to meet under a cloud of concern about the economic hit from President Trump’s tariffs.
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It’s a Good Time to Be an Egg Hater
For some chefs and food writers, the staple has long been a source of disgust.