Category: United States

Trump’s Tariffs Leave Automakers With Tough, Expensive Choices

Carmakers are likely to face higher costs regardless of how they respond to President Trump’s 25 percent tariffs on cars and auto parts.
Trump’s Auto Tariffs Will Raise Car Prices, but Details Are Murky

Experts say the 25 percent import fee will make many cars more expensive, but it is not clear when, by how much or which models.
Trump Threatens Europe and Canada if They Band Together Against U.S.

In a late-night social media post, the president said he would impose “large scale” tariffs if Canada and the European Union allied to “do economic harm” to America.
Trump Floats Chinese Tariff Cuts in Exchange for TikTok Deal

The social media app could shut down on April 5 unless it is sold to a new non-Chinese owner. Mr. Trump issued an order delaying the enforcement of a federal ban, and told reporters he could extend that delay, if necessary.
Stocks Slump Ahead of Trump’s Auto Tariffs

Carmakers’ declines extended in after-hours trading upon the news of 25% tariffs on imported vehicles. The drop reflected concerns about inflation.
Why Are We Living in the Golden Age of ‘Gut Soda’?

Fans of brands like Olipop and Poppi say it’s simple: Now more than ever, they need a guilt-free treat. And if it says it has fiber? All the better.
India Is on a Hiring Binge That Trump’s Tariffs Can’t Stop

An abundance of motivated young professionals is luring American businesses to base their global operations in Indian cities.
U.S. Infrastructure Improves, but Cuts May Imperil Progress, Report Says

A report card from an engineering group found that American roads, ports and other infrastructure got better last year but could be hurt if federal funding is reduced.
Trump Threatens Tariffs Against Countries That Buy Venezuelan Oil

The president threatened to wield tariffs like financial sanctions, saying that countries that buy Venezuelan oil would see tariffs put on their exports to the United States.
FDA-Approved Artificial Blood Vessel Stirs Concerns

The F.D.A. approved an artificial vessel to restore blood flow in patients, despite its own scientists flagging questionable study results and potentially fatal ruptures of the product.
Chomps Recalls Beef and Turkey Sticks Over ‘Pieces of Metal’ Complaints

The snack sticks included in the recall were packaged at a single facility in Idaho from Jan. 16 through Jan. 23, the company said.
A Montana Senator Seeks to Be Trump’s Voice in Beijing

Senator Steve Daines said in an interview that in meetings with Chinese officials, he called for talks between President Trump and China’s leader, Xi Jinping.