Economy
Expert Alan Wolff Discusses Trump’s New Tariffs
Alan Wolff, senior fellow at the Peterson Institute for International Economics, spoke with NPR's A Martinez on July 24, 2026, about President...
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US Jobless Claims Plunge to 187,000, Lowest Since 1969
US applications for jobless benefits tumbled to 187,000 last week, marking the lowest level in over five decades despite global economic uncertainty.
Economy
Gold Retreats as Energy Costs Drive Rate Hike Expectations
Gold prices have fallen as escalating Middle East tensions push energy costs higher, intensifying expectations for the US Federal Reserve to tighten...
Economy
Deckers Sets FY2027 EPS Target, Raises Tariff Outlook
Deckers forecasts FY2027 diluted EPS of $7.35-$7.50 and raises its tariff assumption to 12.5%, following a Q1 fiscal 2027 revenue milestone.
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Singapore MAS Holds Policy, Signals Vigilance on Inflation
Singapore's central bank is set to maintain monetary policy amidst mild inflation, but analysts expect a hawkish signal due to geopolitical and...
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UK Inflation Dips on Food & Fuel, But Analysts Warn of Imminent Rebound
UK inflation fell to 2.6% in June, driven by slowing food price rises and lower fuel costs, offering temporary relief. Analysts warn...
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Trump’s 50% Tariff Threat Looms Over Canadian Economy
The U.S. threat of 50% tariffs on Canadian goods could significantly impact Canada's economy, with experts suggesting it may also be a...
Economy
Trump Imposes 100% Tariff on Generic Drugs, Sets 2028 US Production Deadline
President Donald Trump announced a 100% import duty on generic drugs from August 2028, giving manufacturers two years to move production to...
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Trump Orders Defense Contractors to Map Supply Chains, End Adversary Reliance
President Trump signed an executive order requiring defense contractors to map supply chains and shift sourcing from adversary nations to bolster national...