Economy & Markets — Archive
Fed policy, inflation, jobs, market trends, and fiscal analysis
Fed Interest Rate Vote Poses a Test for Warsh as Iran War, Tariff Push Send Prices Higher
The Federal Reserve's upcoming rate decision comes amid heightened geopolitical tensions and trade policy pressures that have contributed to rising inflation concerns.
Chip Stocks Slide in US and Asia as AI Jitters Rattle Investors
Semiconductor indices fall sharply amid concerns that artificial intelligence investments may not deliver returns as quickly as markets had anticipated.
Minnesota Prediction Market Ban Paused by Federal Judge Days Before Rollout
U.S. District Judge Katherine Menendez ruled that the Trump administration, Kalshi and Polymarket are likely to prevail in arguing the state ban is pre-empted by federal law.
Mamdani Officials Say NYC-Owned Grocery Stores Won't Include Butchers or Hot Food Counters as Critics Question Viability
The five planned stores, budgeted at more than $70 million in public funds, will operate without features standard to most supermarkets, according to Economic Development Corporation officials.
Waltz Blames Biden for Depleted Stockpiles but Says US Military Has Everything It Needs
UN Ambassador Mike Waltz acknowledged munitions depletion while defending current military readiness in Sunday interview.
Ambassador Mike Waltz Dismisses Concerns Over Depleted U.S. Weapons Stockpile Amid War With Iran
The national security advisor pushed back against reports suggesting American military supplies have been strained by ongoing operations against Tehran.
Public Media Organizations Adapt After Federal Funding Cuts as Donor Support Surges
PBS, NPR and local stations have turned to private donations and operational restructuring after losing federal support, with 'rage-giving' emerging as a fundraising phenomenon.
U.S. Sets New Tariffs on Dozens of Countries as Temporary Duties Expire
The administration imposed levies on roughly 60 nations, citing concerns over forced labor practices in foreign supply chains.
US Hits Dozens of Trading Partners With New Wave of Tariffs
The administration announces sweeping tariff measures targeting multiple countries, marking a significant escalation in trade policy.
US Announces Fresh Raft of Tariffs on Overseas Goods
The administration targets multiple trading partners with new import levies, marking an escalation in ongoing trade policy shifts.