One Obstacle for Trump’s Promises: This Isn’t the 2016 Economy
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One Obstacle for Trump’s Promises: This Isn’t the 2016 Economy

Donald J. Trump slapped tariffs on trading partners and cut taxes in his first term. But after inflation’s return, a repeat playbook would be riskier.
Economists Worry About Fiscal Plans of Macron’s Rivals: What to Know
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Economists Worry About Fiscal Plans of Macron’s Rivals: What to Know

The far-right National Rally party and the left-wing New Popular Front are focusing on a cost-of-living crisis to woo voters, but their plans risk worsening France’s soaring deficit.
Powell Cites ‘Real Progress’ as Central Bankers Assess Inflation Fight
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Powell Cites ‘Real Progress’ as Central Bankers Assess Inflation Fight

Jerome H. Powell, the Fed chair, and Christine Lagarde, the European Central Bank chief, sounded optimistic about recent inflation data but reiterated the need for more confidence for rate cuts.