Service Industries

To Counter Trump’s Tariffs on Goods, Countries May Hit Back at US Services

Service sectors make up the vast bulk of the American economy, which gives trading partners some clout in trade negotiations.

By Patricia Cohen Adam Satariano Eshe Nelson and Jeanna Smialek

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How Taylor Swift’s Eras Tour Might Affect Europe’s Economy

Economists are debating what effect the singer’s sweep through Europe will have this summer as swarms of fans increase demand for hotels and services.

By Eshe Nelson

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It’s Boom Times for Santa

Like other in-person workers, Santa took a hit the first two years of the pandemic. But he’s back in a big way.

By Emily Badger and Eve Washington