Economy
NYC Candy Stores Sweeten Retail Despite Economic Gloom
As US consumer confidence hits historic lows, New York City's candy stores are surprisingly expanding, driven by demand for affordable luxuries and...
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Economy
Global Energy Crunch: Peace Deal Offers No Quick Fix
A peace deal in the Iran war won't immediately resolve the global energy and supply chain crisis, with experts warning of months...
Economy
Gold Holds Steady as US, Iran Report Early Peace Talk Progress
Gold prices stabilized after the US and Iran indicated initial headway in negotiations to end the war, which has disrupted global markets...
Economy
Trump’s Iran Threats Drive Treasury Selloff, Stoke Inflation Concerns
Treasuries declined and yields rose after President Donald Trump threatened military action against Iran, sending oil prices higher and prompting investors to...
Economy
U.S. Jobless Claims Fall to 226,000, Layoffs Remain Low
U.S. applications for unemployment benefits fell modestly last week to 226,000, signaling continued low layoff rates and a robust job market.
Economy
EVIO Opens Dorval Office, Consolidating Operations for Hybrid-Electric Aircraft
EVIO has officially opened its new Dorval, Québec office, bringing together key functions to advance its hybrid-electric regional aircraft program. The facility...
Economy
Retail Spending Climbs 0.9% in May as Weather Improves, Gas Prices Cool
U.S. retail sales rose 0.9% in May, exceeding expectations as warmer weather and cooling gasoline prices encouraged consumer spending. This gain follows...
Economy
UK Inflation Holds Steady at 2.8% as Food Price Rises Slow
UK inflation remained unexpectedly steady at 2.8% in May, defying forecasts, as a significant slowdown in food price increases offset rising transport...
Economy
£5 Coffee: A Microcosm of Global Economic Turmoil
The rising cost of coffee, now hitting £5 in some city centres, reveals a complex interplay of climate shocks, trade tariffs, and...