Canada and China Retaliate Against Trumps Tariffs Amid Fears of Trade War

Korea’s sprawling conglomerates slim down as US trade fears mount

SK Group, Posco and Lotte are merging or selling business units to streamline operations and raise cash amid tariff threats

Financial Times - 2d

Canada slaps 25% retaliatory tariffs on U.S. goods

Canada is responding to President Trump's tariffs with retaliatory 25% tariffs on U.S. goods. CBS News national correspondent Lana Zak has more on the impact of the tariffs between the U.S. and ...

CBS News - 2d

‘I’m deeply disturbed’: My portfolio lost 20%. With Trump’s trade war, do I sell my stocks and buy gold?

“With the current state of domestic and global affairs, I’m at a loss as to how to keep my economic stability in check.”

MarketWatch - 1h

Canadian companies struggling amid U.S. tariffs

Canadian companies are still coming to grips with this week's implementation of President Trump's tariffs. CBS News senior White House and political correspondent Ed O'Keefe reports.

CBS News - 2h

BREAKING: Sharks To Trade Vitek Vanecek; Will Be Backup For Trade Reasons Against Buffalo

On Monday, the San Jose Sharks are holding goaltender Vitek Vanecek out of the lineup against the Buffalo Sabres for trade-related reasons.

Yahoo Sports - 1d

China tariffs set to take effect in March

Additional tariffs on China are expected to take place in March as President Trump insists on businesses making products in the U.S. CBS MoneyWatch correspondent Kelly O'Grady reports.

CBS News - 6d

Amid the Noise, Canada Reclaimed Its Throne as the ‘King of Hockey’

With more than a decade of built-up tension between the two rivals, more than just bragging rights were at stake, a columnist for The Athletic writes.

The New York Times - Feb. 23

Warren Buffett calls tariffs 'an act of war’

Legendary investor Warren Buffett likened tariffs to "an act of war" in a new interview as President Trump doubles down on his embrace of the economic strategy. In an interview that aired Sunday on ...

The Hill - 2d

What economists get wrong about tariff wars

The history of global trade challenges Ricardo’s enduring economic theory

Financial Times - 1d

Texas Official Warns Against ‘Measles Parties’ Amid Growing Outbreak

At least 146 measles cases have been identified in West Texas so far, including 20 hospitalizations and one death.

Wired - 4d

Europe’s elite fears Trump, Musk and the truth

The EU's ruling class has become fanatical in its desire to censor.

The Hill - Feb. 21

Confusion, fear at the Justice Department under Trump

The Department of Justice is in upheaval from firings and resignations in the first weeks of the Trump administration. Fear has silenced many in the department, but two prosecutors are speaking up.

CBS News - Feb. 23

Trump and Zelensky’s war of words

The US and Ukrainian presidents get into a public row.

BBC News - Feb. 19

Xi tells Putin that China is pleased with Russia's efforts to end Ukraine war

Chinese President Xi Jinping has held a call with Russia’s President Vladimir Putin and said he was pleased with Moscow’s efforts to hold a summit with the U.S. toward ending the war in Ukraine

ABC News - Feb. 24

China’s Xi affirms 'no limits' partnership with Putin in call on Ukraine war anniversary

Chinese President Xi Jinping affirmed his “no limits” partnership in a phone call with Russian President Vladimir Putin, China’s state media reported, on the third anniversary of Russia’s invasion ...

NBC News - Feb. 25

EU and UK in talks about Europe-wide defence funding amid fear of US pullback

Donald Trump’s re-engagement with Russia has given new urgency to European discussions

Financial Times - Feb. 24

US votes against UN resolution condemning Russia for Ukraine war

The U.S. voted against a resolution condemning Russia as the aggressor in the war in Ukraine that passed the United Nations General Assembly on Monday, marking three years since Russia’s launched ...

The Hill - Feb. 24

Ontario premier says Canada just wants 'great trading relationship' with US

Ontario Premier Doug Ford said in an interview with ABC News Live that President Trump's tariffs against Canada are the "craziest idea someone could ever come up with."

ABC News - 23h

5 potential destinations for Seahawks star DK Metcalf amid trade request

Seattle Seahawks star DK Metcalf reportedly requested a trade to a contender. These five NFL teams may make sense for the wideout.

Yahoo Sports - 21h

U.S. set to unleash tariffs on Canada, Mexico and other countries

Trump officials remain on course to hit Canada and Mexico with 25% tariffs on March 4, with a wave of other levies ready to roll.

CBS News - 5d

Canada-U.S. Relations Continue to Reach Lows Over Tariffs and Annexation Threats

President Trump said he would impose potentially devastating tariffs on Tuesday, inspiring patriotism in Canada.

The New York Times - 5d

US hints that tariffs on Mexico and Canada could be lower than 25%

Commerce secretary Howard Lutnick says levies will take effect on Tuesday but Trump is still deciding rates

Financial Times - 3d

Arrival of US tariffs set to embolden Canada’s new leader

Plus, ex-Barclay boss Staley seeks redress in London courts and markets await expected ECB rate cut

Financial Times - 3d

How U.S. tariffs on Mexico, Canada could impact American consumers

The United States will charge import fees, up to 25%, on goods from Mexico and Canada starting Tuesday. It will also place an additional 10% tariff on Chinese imports. CBS News MoneyWatch ...

CBS News - 3d

Canada, Mexico tariffs create 'ripple effects' on consumer prices, economist says

Tariffs on the two largest trading partners of the United States are expected to have far-reaching impacts that may be hard to predict.

CNBC - 1d

Markets brace for tariffs on Canada and Mexico to have ‘immediate effects’ on these sectors

“Tariffs are inflationary and can undermine revenue and earnings,” Wells Fargo Investment Institute strategist says.

MarketWatch - 1d

Ontario leader threatens to shut off power to US after tariffs on Canada

President Donald Trump's broad tariffs on imported goods from Mexico and Canada went into effect on Tuesday, along with increased duties on goods from China.

ABC News - 1d

NHL commissioner says U.S.-Canada tariffs could affect league

NHL Commissioner Gary Bettman said the league could be affected by the trade tensions between the U.S. and Canada.

NBC News - 1d

NHL commissioner says league could be affected by U.S.-Canada tariffs

NHL Commissioner Gary Bettman noted players in both countries are paid in U.S. dollars.

CNBC - 22h

Macy’s Signals Rocky Year Ahead as Retailers Reckon With Trade War

The largest department store chain in the United States, like many other retailers, have recently warned that shoppers may be more cautious in the months ahead.

The New York Times - 1h

US stocks dip amid concerns over tariffs and consumer belt-tightening

All three major stock indexes moved decisively lower, extending sell-off in wake of dour economic reports. US stocks tumbled on Friday, extending a sell-off in the wake of dour economic reports and ...

The Guardian - Feb. 21

Firsthand look at busiest U.S. port of entry amid tariff threats

Looming tariffs are hanging over the heads of companies doing international business with the U.S. CBS News correspondent Jason Allen got a behind-the-scenes look at the busiest port along the ...

CBS News - 6d

Hasbro says it's taking steps to offset China tariff effects

Toy and gaming giant Hasbro is shifting manufacturing away from China as it eyes the effects of U.S. tariffs.

CNBC - Feb. 20

Copper smelting industry reels from threat of tariffs and China rivals

Fees charged to transform ore have fallen to all-time lows as Glencore halts operations at Philippines plant

Financial Times - 2d

With tariffs ramping up, this investment option can provide protection against inflation

The threat of tariffs on imports is causing some investors to consider increasing their exposure to TIPS to help buffer their portfolios against inflation.

CNBC - Feb. 21

S&P 500 wipes out postelection gains, Nasdaq flirts with correction on tariff fears

The tech-heavy Nasdaq Composite flirted with correction territory — defined as a drop of 10% from a recent high — on Tuesday, before trimming losses.

MarketWatch - 1d

China's latest action plan shows it's trying to boost foreign investment amid geopolitical tensions

China is trying yet again to boost foreign investment, amid geopolitical tensions and businesses' calls for more concrete actions.

CNBC - Feb. 24

Tesla's China-Made EV Sales Drop 49% in February Amid Intensifying Competition

Yahoo News - 1d

China has more room to act on fiscal policy amid global uncertainties, finance minister says

China has more room to act on fiscal policy amid domestic and external uncertainties, Finance Minister Lan Fo'an told reporters on Thursday.

CNBC - 7h

Rare Protest at U.S. Embassy in Ukraine Reflects Fears Over Trump

The demonstration drew only a handful of people, but showed how some Ukrainians fear that Washington is drifting away from backing Ukraine now that President Trump is in power.

The New York Times - Feb. 26

Canada and China Retaliate Against Trumps Tariffs Amid Fears of Trade War

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