Fragile Global Economy Faces New Crisis in Israel-Gaza War
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Fragile Global Economy Faces New Crisis in Israel-Gaza War

A war in the Middle East could complicate efforts to contain inflation at a time when world output is “limping along.”
Rates Are Jumping on Wall Street. What Will It Do to Housing and the Economy?
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Rates Are Jumping on Wall Street. What Will It Do to Housing and the Economy?

A run-up in longer-term interest rates could help the Federal Reserve get the economic cool-down it wants — but it also risks a bumpy landing.
McCarthy’s Ouster Adds to Market Jitters
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McCarthy’s Ouster Adds to Market Jitters

Stocks and bonds have tumbled worldwide, with the 30-year Treasury bill hitting a 16-year high. Investors are worried about the economy’s health.
A Rural Michigan Town Is the Latest Battleground in the U.S.-China Fight
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A Rural Michigan Town Is the Latest Battleground in the U.S.-China Fight

Firestorms over Chinese investments, like a battery factory in Green Charter Township, are erupting as officials weigh the risks of taking money from an adversary.