U.S. and China Dig In on Trade War, With No Plans for Formal Talks
The standoff over terms of negotiations, and whether they are happening, signals that a protracted economic fight lies ahead.
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Whether GDP swings up or down, there are limits to what it says about the economy and your place in it
The price of eggs might mean more to some Americans than what's going on with GDP. Scott Olson/Getty ImagesThe Bureau of Economic Analysis released the latest U.S. gross domestic product data on April 30.
Here’s What 7 Americans Think of Trump’s First 100 Days
Here’s what a variety of voters who made their choices in November’s election with some hesitation had to say about President Trump’s first 100 days.
Trump, on Tariffs, Says ‘Maybe the Children Will Have 2 Dolls Instead of 30’
At the end of a cabinet meeting, the president allowed for the possibility that trade war could disrupt supply chains.
How rising wages for construction workers are shifting the foundations of the housing market
Construction costs have surged in recent years, pushing homeownership further out of reach for many Americans. But this isn’t a new concern: In 1978, the U.S.
Trump Signs Executive Order Walking Back Some Auto Tariffs
Most levies on imported cars and car parts will remain in place, but automakers have secured some relaxation of the trade policy.
White House-Amazon Spat Culminates in Trump Calling Bezos ‘Very Nice’
The White House press secretary, Karoline Leavitt, attacked the retail giant over a report that suggested Amazon would highlight tariff-related price increases. Amazon said it was “not going to happen.”
How Trump May Unintentionally Cut Carbon Emissions
Despite his administration’s lack of concern about climate change, a recession would give the atmosphere a break. At least in the short term.
New Data Provide a Pre-Tariff Snapshot of a Stable but Slowing Labor Market
But the effects of the levies, which have created uncertainty for businesses, have not yet been fully felt.
Trump Administration Looks to Take Steps to Ease Pain From Car Tariffs
The planned concessions to give automakers more time to relocate production to the United States would still leave substantial tariffs on imported cars and car parts.
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