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Yellen is First Female Treasury Secretary With Signature on U.S. Dollar

Two women — the first female Treasury secretary and the first Native American to serve as U.S. treasurer — now have their signatures on America’s...

Defaults Loom as Poor Countries Face an Economic Storm

Debt-relief efforts are stalling as developing economies are being hit by higher interest rates, a strong dollar and slowing global growth.

State Tax Cut Policies Prop Up Income, Fanning Inflation Worries

Efforts around the country to ease the pain of rising prices have given consumers more money to spend, which could paradoxically further drive up prices.

Treasury Secretary Janet Yellen speaks at a critical moment for the global economy.

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David Lipton, Economic Diplomat, Will Step Down From Treasury

Mr. Lipton, who served in senior roles in the Clinton and Obama administrations and at the I.M.F., is retiring.

France Urges U.S. to Change ‘Made in America’ Electric Car Policy

The French finance minister, Bruno Le Maire, said that U.S. subsidies will inflict damage to Europe’s economy.

France Urges U.S. to Change ‘Made in America’ Electric Car Policy

The French finance minister, Bruno Le Maire, said that U.S. subsidies will inflict damage to Europe’s economy.

Yellen Urges Congress to Raise Debt Limit Beyond 2024 Election

Republicans might try to use the borrowing cap as leverage if they achieve a majority in the House or Senate, but the Treasury secretary cautioned...

Yellen Calls for ‘Stabilizing’ U.S. Relations With China Ahead of G20

The Treasury secretary said in an interview that the United States was not trying to “paralyze China’s economy and stop its development.”

Biden to Nominate Former Obama and Bush Official to Lead IRS Overhaul

If confirmed by the Senate, Daniel Werfel will oversee an $80 billion revamp of the tax agency.