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Germany’s election will usher in new leadership — but might not turn tides for the country's struggling economy
Friedrich Merz has criticized Olaf Scholz on the economy, but experts question if a government led by the Christian Democratic Union would fare much better.CNBC - Feb. 21 -
Steve Cohen says tariffs and DOGE's cuts are negative for economy, market correction could be soon
The CEO of hedge fund Point72 turned bearish for the first time in a while due to punitive tariffs, immigration crackdown and federal spending cuts.CNBC - Feb. 21 -
How the Trump and DOGE terminations — perhaps the biggest job cuts in history — may affect the economy
The Trump administration's federal mass job cuts may amount to the largest in history. That has financial ramifications for households and the economy.CNBC - Feb. 23 -
How the Trump and DOGE terminations — perhaps the biggest job cuts in history — may affect the economy
The Trump administration’s purge of federal workers may ultimately amount to the biggest job cut in U.S. history, which is likely to have ramifications for the economy, especially at the local ...NBC News - Feb. 23 -
Why the Apollo economist who coined ‘no landing’ now sees intensifying risks to the U.S. economy
Policy uncertainty is no friend to animal spirits, says a leading economist.MarketWatch - Feb. 24 -
‘I have fear of financial insecurity’: I’m 58, recently widowed with $1 million saved for retirement. What if the economy tanks?
“My pension after taxes is estimated at $6,500 per month. I’m eligible at age 60 to access $2,400 per month of my husband’s Social Security.”MarketWatch - Feb. 25 -
February consumer confidence posts biggest drop since 2021 in latest sign of slowing economy
Consumers grew more pessimistic about the economic outlook in February as worries brewed about a slowing economy and rising inflation, the Conference Board reported Tuesday.NBC News - 6d -
February consumer confidence posts biggest drop since 2021 in latest sign of slowing economy
The board's Consumer Confidence Index slipped to 98.3 for the month, down nearly 7% and below the Dow Jones forecast for 102.3.CNBC - 6d -
'The knowledge economy is on the way out.' These are the skills workers will need in the age of AI, says LinkedIn
Skills such as creativity, curiosity, courage, compassion and communication will be key as AI continues to disrupt workforces, said LinkedIn's Aneesh Raman.CNBC - 6d -
Ukraine’s economy could grow by 5% next year if hostilities end, EBRD says
European reconstruction bank will help rebuild country if peace is agreed but a lasting end to conflict is needed. The war-torn Ukrainian economy could expand by 5% next year if a ceasefire is ...The Guardian - 5d -
Trump administration briefing: hundreds fired from US climate agency as Americans feel economy getting worse
Democrats warn that cutting jobs at Noaa ‘will cost American lives’ – key US politics stories from Wednesday at a glance. The Trump administration has fired hundreds of workers at the National ...The Guardian - 4d -
Trump can’t fulfil his promise to fix the economy, so he’s blaming workers instead
Forget about inflation. Now it’s all about cutting ‘waste’ in the form of jobs and our already paltry social safety net. During his presidential campaign, Donald Trump never missed an opportunity ...The Guardian - 4d -
Closely watched Atlanta Fed GDP tracker sees U.S. economy contracting in first quarter
This would be the first negative quarter in three years, and comes as talk of a possible recession picks up.MarketWatch - 3d -
The economy’s at risk of plunging into an air pocket, says JPMorgan. What that would mean for stocks.
Investors are brushing aside the possibilities of more turbulence to come for the U.S. economy and potential fallout for markets, warns JPMorgan.MarketWatch - 1d -
Trump’s tariff talk is raising inflation and could weaken the economy, ISM finds: ‘Customers are pausing on new orders’
The specter of rising U.S. inflation reared its head in February as the cost of supplies for U.S. manufacturers jumped to more than a 2 1/2-year high in response to new or threatened tariffs by ...MarketWatch - 1d -
The top 10% of Americans are propping up the economy. Here’s what will happen if they stop spending.
The wealthy are spending, but many consumers are pulling back — and the stock market is fragile.MarketWatch - 16h -
How Does Warren Buffett Think Tariffs Will Affect the U.S. Economy? He Just Called Them an ‘Act of War’
President Trump says tariffs on Canada and Mexico will begin Tuesday. Here’s what Warren Buffett thinks of the idea.Inc. - 6h -
The Odds of a City-Killing Asteroid Hitting Earth Keep Rising
The likelihood of 2024 YR4 colliding with the our planet in 2032 have ticked up to over 3 percent. Is it time to start worrying?Wired - Feb. 20 -
Jobless Claims Rise a Little, But Do Not Yet Reflect DOGE Layoffs
Unemployment claims for the week of Feb. 15 were slightly more than expected, but don’t yet reflect the aggressive efforts of Elon Musk’s group.Inc. - Feb. 20 -
StanChart CEO says bonus cap led to ‘grotesque’ banker pay rises
Lender reduces chief executive’s basic pay by 40% but higher reward possible after UK’s abolition of capFinancial Times - Feb. 21 -
Men: Mizzou likely isn't done rising after beating Alabama
Alabama's defensive struggles are Missouri's gain this week. Plus, Wisconsin, Michigan State surge as Purdue, Memphis drop and Louisville returns.ESPN - Feb. 21 -
LGBTQ+ community in Germany rally against rise of far right ahead of elections
Community grapples with fear over ‘proliferation and normalisation of anti-queer and anti-trans sentiment in politics and the media’. They poured on to streets across Germany by the thousands, ...The Guardian - Feb. 21 -
'Tyranny is rising in the White House': Voters slam representatives on Trump, DOGE
Some Republicans are facing pushback in their hometowns as President Donald Trump and DOGE makes severe cuts across the federal government.ABC News - Feb. 21 -
As consumer delinquencies rise, U.S. economic growth increasingly powered by the wealthy
Most official data continues to show the U.S. economy is humming along, with unemployment historically low and inflation expectations still relatively stable.NBC News - Feb. 22 -
The rise of browser-use agents: Why Convergence’s Proxy is beating OpenAI’s Operator
A new wave of AI-powered browser-use agents is emerging, promising to transform how enterprises interact with the web. These agents, including OpenAI's Operator and Convergence's Proxy, can ...VentureBeat - Feb. 22 -
Why Guardiola's tactics stopped working amid rise of rapid football
BBC Sport analyses why Pep Guardiola's possession-focused tactics have stopped working amid the rise in rapid, direct football.BBC News - Feb. 22 -
Europe’s big carnivores are on the rise – but can we live with bears next door?
Numbers of animals once hunted as vermin are rising across the continent. But scientists worry about how we are going to get along with these predators. Europe’s carnivores have had a remarkable ...The Guardian - Feb. 23 -
Post rises from G League to surprising Warriors 3-point threat
Warriors rookie Quinten Post is the deadliest 3-point shooter on a Golden State squad that features Steph Curry.Yahoo Sports - Feb. 24 -
Why Tensions Are Rising Over Israel’s Operations in the West Bank
Amid the most intensive Israeli operations in the area in decades, Palestinians fear entrenched displacement and a return to military control in some towns.The New York Times - Feb. 24 -
Celsius CEO talks new acquisition and rise of sugar-free energy drinks
Celsius CEO John Fieldly told CNBC's Jim Cramer on Monday that the sugar free category is a dominant force on the energy drink market.CNBC - Feb. 25 -
Generation K: The disturbing rise of ketamine abuse among young people
Increasing numbers of young people are using the drug, experts say. The health impacts can be catastrophic.BBC News - Feb. 25 -
Consumer confidence plunged in February amid rising economic concerns
Sharp drop in closely watched consumer sentiment gauge marks the biggest monthly decline in confidence in more than four years.CBS News - 6d -
Rise Of The Golden Idol DLC Release Date May Be Hidden In Plain Sight
Following its launch back in October, The Rise of the Golden Idol is set to add some additional chapters to its tale of murder and mystery in the first expansion, called The Sins of New Wells. ...GameSpot - 6d -
As Poverty Rises in New York City, 1 in 4 Can’t Afford Essentials
The share of New Yorkers in poverty is nearly double the national average, according to a report from Columbia University and an anti-poverty group.The New York Times - 6d -
Nauru sells citizenship to help fund relocations as sea levels rise
A new ‘golden passport’ scheme aims to raise funds to relocate people inland as climate change raises sea levels. The Pacific island nation of Nauru is selling citizenship to fund its retreat from ...The Guardian - 6d -
Egg prices expected to rise more than 40 percent in 2025: USDA
Tired of soaring egg prices? Don't expect relief anytime soon, according to a new USDA forecast.The Hill - 6d -
Mother says "it's terrifying" as measles cases rise in Texas amid outbreak
Texas is facing its largest measles outbreak in decades. At least 124 people have come down with the virus — mostly kids and those who are not vaccinated. The outbreak has spread across nine ...CBS News - 6d -
The sudden rise of meat snacks: why are they so beloved by gym bros?
Processed meat sticks increase the risks of high blood pressure, cancer and heart disease. So how did they become so popular with fitness enthusiasts and lifestyle gurus?. How did something as ...The Guardian - 5d -
Number of Americans filing for unemployment rises to 242,000, highest in 3 months
Applications for U.S. jobless benefits rose to a three-month high last week but remained within the same healthy range of the past three yearsABC News - 5d -
Will gold's price keep rising this spring? Here's what experts think.
The price of gold has been climbing, and there's a chance that trend could continue, experts say. Here's why.CBS News - 5d