Buy American to avoid Trump trade war, says Lagarde

ECB chief takes aim at claim that tariffs will ‘make America great again’ — but calls for negotiation, not retaliation

Business - Financial Times - 6 hours ago

EU should avoid trade war with Trump by buying more U.S. weapons and LNG, Christine Lagarde says

ECB president Christine Lagarde said EU leaders should avoid entering a trade war and seek to negotiate with Trump instead

Business - MarketWatch - 2 hours ago

FirstFT: Europe should co-operate with Trump on tariffs, says Lagarde

Also in today’s newsletter, US tells Ukraine to lower its military recruitment age, and BlackRock has deal to buy HPS

World - Financial Times - 1 hour ago

‘No One Will Win a Trade War,’ China Says After Trump Tariff Threat

A spokesperson at the Chinese Embassy in Washington said his country is fighting fentanyl trafficking, the reason for the new promised penalty.

Business - Inc. - Yesterday

Trump, tariffs and trade wars

And, Government promises overhaul of job market.

Will Trump's victory spark a global trade war?

Trump has promised tariffs on all foreign goods. If he follows through, many smaller economies may be forced to respond in kind.

China arms itself for potential trade war with Trump

Beijing has enacted sweeping laws since US president-elect’s first term that would allow it to retaliate if threatened

World - Financial Times - November 14

Why Trump’s trade war will cause chaos

Tariffs, especially on one country, will lead to an unholy economic and political mess

Business - Financial Times - November 19

Mexico caught cold by threat of Trump trade war

President Claudia Sheinbaum talks tough in response to tariff threat but slide in peso highlights country’s vulnerability

World - Financial Times - Yesterday

Trump’s social media group in talks to buy crypto trading venue

Truth Social owner is close to an all-share takeover of Intercontinental Exchange’s Bakkt

Business - Financial Times - November 18

Steve Madden says it will cut production in China to avoid Trump tariffs

The footwear- and accessory-maker says it already has a plan in place to reduce its reliance on imports from China.

Americans helping Ukraine's war efforts say the US hasn't done enough

For U.S. philanthropist Amed Khan, America's has mismanaged the war in Ukraine

World - ABC News - November 1

To save Ukraine and avoid World War III, invite it into NATO before Trump takes office

President Biden and the Senate leadership have an opportunity to shield Ukraine from the immediate impact of Trump’s election. Biden should work now with our NATO allies to urge the alliance to ...

Politics - The Hill - November 11

Welfare state at risk unless Europe halts decline in growth, says Lagarde

ECB president also warns of heightened global trade tensions as ‘rival blocs’ form

Business - Financial Times - November 18

U.S. Farmers Brace for New Trump Trade Wars Amid Tariff Threats

Despite their concerns, some farm operators still support the former president and prefer his overall economic plan.

Business - The New York Times - November 4

As Trump Threatens a Wider Trade War, the U.S. Confronts a Changed China

The Chinese economy is more dependent on exports, making tariffs more potent, yet it’s less reliant on American markets and increasingly bent on self-sufficiency.

Business - The New York Times - November 11

FirstFT: US companies rush to cash in on Trump market rally

Also in today’s newsletter, FTC targets Microsoft and Argentina cools on Paris climate accord

World - Financial Times - November 15

Here’s How Trump Could Lose the Coming Trade War

Economic conflict is coming. He is utterly unsuited to manage it.

Top stories - The New York Times - November 15

China Coped With Trump's First Trade War. A Second One Will Be Tougher.

Beijing might have little choice but to reconfigure its economy should it become embroiled in a broader trade conflict.

World - The Wall Street Journal - November 15

António Costa: ‘Why would Trump want a trade war with Europe?’

The new president of the European Council on doing business across political divides, facing a corruption investigation — and why Europe works best in a crisis

Business - Financial Times - 6 days ago

Trump’s tariff threat sets stage for bitter global trade war

Trade experts hail ‘new era of protectionism’ with targeted countries retaliating with their own tariffs. US politics – live updates Donald Trump ’s threat to impose steep tariffs on goods ...

World - The Guardian - Yesterday

Best Buy says Trump tariffs could force it to raise consumer prices

Consumers could face higher prices for electronics if President-elect Donal Trump hits Canada, Mexico and China with new tariffs, Best Buy CEO said.

Zelensky says war will 'end sooner' with Trump as president

The Ukrainian president also said his country "must do everything" to ensure the war ends next year.

Trump Media in reported talks to buy crypto trading platform Bakkt, sending shares soaring

Trump Media is reportedly in "advanced talks" to buy the cryptocurrency trading firm Bakkt, the Financial Times reported.

Business - CNBC - November 19

Trump Media in reported talks to buy crypto trading platform Bakkt, sending shares soaring

Trump Media is reportedly in “advanced talks” to buy the cryptocurrency trading firm Bakkt, the Financial Times reported Monday, citing two people with knowledge of the talks.

What's the Best iPhone to Buy or Avoid Right Now? (2024)

The iPhone 16 range is here, along with Apple Intelligence. Here are all the details on Apple's current iPhone lineup to help find the right model for you.

Tech - Wired - October 29

Holiday spending tips to avoid impulse buys and stay on budget

A recent study reveals Gen Z and Millennials are most likely to make impulse buys during the holidays than Gen X and Baby Boomers. Jill Schlesinger joins "CBS Mornings Plus" with tips to make ...

UK must offer Trump concessions on China to avoid tariffs says senior MP

Labour’s Liam Byrne argues government needs to address US concerns about economic security

World - Financial Times - November 14

Why Trump Allies Say Immigration Hurts American Workers

JD Vance and others on the “new right” say limiting immigration will raise wages and give jobs to sidelined Americans. Many studies suggest otherwise.

Business - The New York Times - 5 days ago

As bitcoin trades above $90,000, is now the time to buy?

Bitcoin reached an all-time high above $89,000 on Monday, amid enthusiasm that digital assets may face a more friendly regulatory environment after Donald Trump, who is considered pro-crypto, won ...

Business - MarketWatch - November 13

American Airlines flight avoids Hawaii mountain in 'expedited climb' after takeoff

An American Airlines flight departing Hawaii was hastily ordered to make an “expedited climb” to avoid crashing into mountainous terrain on Wednesday.

American Airlines pilots told to make 'expedited climb' to avoid Hawaii mountains

American Airlines pilots were told to make an “expedited climb” to avoid crashing into Hawaiian mountains Wednesday, according to the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA). An air traffic ...

Politics - The Hill - November 15

Trump says Liz Cheney is ‘war hawk’ who should face ‘guns trained on her’

Comments spark new row over Republican’s language about political opponents

World - Financial Times - November 1

Zelensky says Russia-Ukraine war will end ‘faster’ under Trump

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky said the Russia-Ukraine war will end “faster” under President-elect Trump. Zelensky acknowledged the tough circumstances his military is in currently during ...

Politics - The Hill - November 16

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