Donald J. Trump spent his first presidency on a collision course with America’s central bank. Will it intensify?
Category: United States Economy
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Here’s What to Watch as the Fed Meets Thursday
Federal Reserve officials are widely expected to cut rates by a quarter point, as uncertainty about a second Trump presidency looms large.
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Trump’s Newest Economic Sherpas Are Not Like His Old Ones
A little-known investment banker, a former hedge fund star and an acolyte of George Soros have the president-elect’s ear.
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Trump’s Economic Plans Could Worsen Inflation, Economists Say
Many Americans fretted about inflation as they headed out to vote. But Donald J. Trump’s approach comes with risks of a renewed boost.
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Another Jolt of Uncertainty for a Global Economy Mired in It
The U.S. presidential election result has ensured a sharp turn in economic policy expected to upend global commerce and diverge from decades of American norms.
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Democrats Got the Recovery They Wanted. It Wasn’t Enough.
America’s economic growth is the envy of its global counterparts. But voters wanted more from the Biden administration — specifically, lower prices.
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The Winners and Losers of Trump 2.0
Donald Trump’s return to the White House could upend some industries and the economy. But stocks and other assets are soaring on hopes that a new, business-friendly era beckons.
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How Stock, Bond and Currency Markets Could Respond to the Election
Investors are considering the candidates’ policies and historical trends to bet on where stocks, bonds and currencies are headed.
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U.S. Farmers Brace for New Trump Trade Wars Amid Tariff Threats
Despite their concerns, some farm operators still support the former president and prefer his overall economic plan.
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Storms and Strikes Take a Toll on Pre-election Jobs Report
U.S. payrolls grew by only 12,000 in October, a figure that left markets placid but fueled political contention. Unemployment remained 4.1 percent.
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They Barter and Trade in Rural America. How Will They Vote?
Many rural Americans engage in cashless barter systems to get food and firewood for heating and cooking. They value self-sufficiency, making them wary of government intervention.