Inflation Remained Sticky Ahead of Trump’s Escalating Trade War, PCE Data Shows
The Federal Reserve’s preferred inflation measure showed underlying price pressures persisting in February.
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Trump Announces 25% Tariffs on Imported Cars and Car Parts
The measure, which is intended to bring car factories to the United States, could significantly raise prices for consumers.
Trump to Announce Tariffs on Foreign Cars
The president is expected to announce tariffs on foreign cars on Wednesday, a measure that could bring car factories to the United States but raise prices for consumers.
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.
US Exporters Vie to Shape Trump’s Reciprocal Tariffs Ahead of April 2
Makers of a vast array of American products are weighing the risks, and potential payoffs, of the sweeping tariffs the president has promised on April 2.
Sherrod Brown, Weighing a 2026 Senate Bid, Starts a Workers’ Group
Mr. Brown, the Ohio Democrat who lost his race for re-election last year, is forming the Dignity of Work Institute, which will highlight workers’ struggles.
Why the Shipping Industry Isn’t Rushing Back to the Red Sea
The companies that operate large container ships say they plan to keep going around Africa as violence flares in the region.
What Oil Executives Want From President Trump
Tariffs, tax credits and deregulation are among the industry’s top priorities.
Trump Administration to Confront Countries With New Tariff ‘Number’
Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent provided new details into how President Trump will roll out a sweeping and elusive tariff measure planned for April 2.
Trump Says a Recession Would Be Worth It, but Economists Are Skeptical
President Trump and his advisers say his policies may cause short-term pain but will produce big gains over time. Many economists are skeptical of those arguments.