Economy & Markets — Archive
Fed policy, inflation, jobs, market trends, and fiscal analysis
China's First Arctic Container Voyage to Europe Launches From Ningbo Port
The 35,000-ton Dubai Tower vessel began a 7,500-mile journey through the Bering Strait on Friday, marking what analysts describe as a potential milestone for Northern Sea Route shipping.
Unearthed Interview Exposes Sen. Ossoff's Past Support for Reparations
The Georgia Democrat, now in a competitive re-election race, said in 2019 that 'there is a debt unpaid' regarding slavery and its aftermath.
Treasury Department Repeals Biden-Era Beneficial Ownership Reporting Requirement for US Businesses
The rule required companies to disclose ownership information to FinCEN and had faced legal challenges from business groups.
Eli Lilly Sues Six Entities Over Alleged Black Market Sales of Experimental Weight-Loss Drug Retatrutide
The pharmaceutical giant targets compounding pharmacies, medical spas and online sellers accused of illegally distributing its unapproved GLP-1 medication.
France Bans Unsolicited Telemarketing Calls Under New Law With Fines Up to €375,000 per Violation
The opt-in system replaces France's previous opt-out approach and could affect up to 50,000 jobs in Morocco's call center industry.
Medicare for All Proposals Face Economic Trade-offs That Both Sides Are Debating
Economists and policy analysts say the proposal would require either higher taxes or reduced provider payments, with implications stretching across employment, insurance markets, and healthcare access.
Medicare-for-All Proposals Face Scrutiny Over Tax Increases, Provider Payments and Private Insurance Role
Conservative economists argue the policy would require substantial federal revenue increases or provider payment cuts, while progressive supporters say it eliminates costly insurance middlemen.
World Central Banks Signal Record Interest in Gold Reserves as Geopolitical Tensions Rise
A new World Gold Council survey found that 89% of central banks expect global gold reserves to grow over the next year, with a record 45% planning to add to their own holdings.
Smithsonian's Billion-Dollar Federal Budget Under Scrutiny as Trump Administration Proposes Cuts
The institution overseeing 21 museums and the National Zoo has received more than $1 billion annually in taxpayer funding, though budget requests have fluctuated over recent years.
Khanna Argues Economic Concerns Driving Far-Left Primary Victories
The California Democrat cites voters' struggles with gas, food, and home prices as fueling a series of progressive House primary wins.