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The U.S. dollar is sending an alarming signal to investors and consumers
Global stocks struggled on Tuesday as President Donald Trump’s latest batch of tariffs took effect, targeting Canada, Mexico and China. But even more troubling, according to some, was the reaction ...MarketWatch - 5h -
Investors dare to imagine a world beyond the dollar
The US could dismantle its own exorbitant privilege by pushing the big bond market beasts into the arms of othersFinancial Times - 7h -
Falling Treasury yields signal that Trump policies are starting to spook investors
U.S. government debt rallied aggressively overnight and into Tuesday’s trading session, pushing yields below key technical levels in a way that appeared to be shaking confidence in the broader market.MarketWatch - Feb. 25 -
Trump's Ukraine mineral deal signals major shift in U.S. foreign policy
President Trump will host Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy at the White House on Friday to sign a new mineral deal. CBS News national security contributor Sam Vinograd joins "America ...CBS News - 5d -
The U.S. dollar is still the world’s currency — but maybe not for much longer
Concerns are rising about the sustainability of U.S. government debt and spending.MarketWatch - 3h -
Mexico sends cartel suspects to U.S. to face charges
Mexico has sent 29 cartel suspects detained in Mexico to the U.S. to face charges. This comes as Mexico navigates potential new tariffs on goods sent to the U.S.CBS News - 4d -
Consumer sentiment sours as worries grow over outlook for U.S. economy
Confidence dropped 10% from January to the lowest level since late 2023.MarketWatch - Feb. 21 -
Trudeau Uses Canada’s Hockey Win Over U.S. to Send a Message to Trump
Canada beat the U.S. in a championship game with added meaning because of political tensions caused by President Trump’s taunts and economic threats.The New York Times - Feb. 21 -
U.S. Consumers Are Increasingly Worried About Trump’s Tariff Plans
The Consumer Sentiment Index hit its lowest reading since November 2023.Inc. - 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 -
Mexico sends cartel leader, other prisoners to U.S. to face charges
The Justice Department says the men taken into custody from Mexico "include leaders and managers of drug cartels recently designated as Foreign Terrorist Organizations."CBS News - 4d -
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 - 1d -
How Tariffs Could Raise Prices for U.S. Consumers: Avocados, Gas and More
New tariffs on goods from Canada, Mexico and China took effect Tuesday. They are likely to result in higher prices for Americans.The New York Times - 17h -
Trump signals U.S. and U.K. could reach 'real trade deal' without tariffs
U.S. President Donald Trump signaled the U.K. could broker a "real trade deal" and escape tariffs.CNBC - 4d -
These safe haven currencies hold allure over the U.S. dollar amid Trump regime volatility, analysts say
Analysts are expecting to see shifts in currency valuations — with market watchers divided on which currencies they see as firm safe havens.CNBC - 8h -
U.S. stocks are near record highs. Why are investors so worried?
Sentiment gauges have soured — but the S&P 500 was at record highs just a few days ago. What’s going on?MarketWatch - Feb. 24 -
U.S. Consumers Cut Spending More Drastically in January Than Any Other Time in the Past Four Years
The threat of tariffs has led shoppers to tighten their purse strings.Inc. - 4d -
Pentagon to send nearly 3,000 additional active-duty troops to the U.S.-Mexico border
The Pentagon is sending more than 2,000 additional active-duty troops to the U.S.-Mexico border as President Donald Trump seeks to clamp down on illegal immigration and fulfill a central promise of ...NBC News - 2d -
CTA warns that tariffs could lower U.S. consumer purchasing power by $90B to $143B
The CTA warned today that the tariffs on foreign goods will fuel inflation and hurt U.S. consumer purchasing power by up to $143 billion.VentureBeat - 21h -
Investors in $6.4 trillion T-bill market are getting less chill about the U.S. debt ceiling
Yields on Treasury bills set to mature in July and August have been climbing, reflecting growing concerns the U.S. debt-ceiling battle.MarketWatch - Feb. 25 -
U.S. stocks had a rocky February under Trump’s return. Should investors be worried about March?
February felt anything but brief as heightened macro uncertainty gripped Wall Street, with seemingly endless twists and turns on the U.S. stock market.MarketWatch - 1d -
How Washington plans to defend the dollar
Trade tariffs grab headlines but the less-visible fight around money matters deeply to the presidentFinancial Times - Feb. 22 -
US signals it will maintain military presence in Poland
Trump-Duda meeting boosts hopes that co-operation will continue despite tensions over UkraineFinancial Times - Feb. 23 -
A Strong Dollar Means Bargains for Americans Traveling Abroad
The dollar’s strength against the euro, the yen and other foreign currencies means bargains for U.S. travelers.The New York Times - Feb. 20 -
US bond yield slide hits dollar
Treasury yields have declined amid signs US economic growth is slowingFinancial Times - Feb. 25 -
Is the Future of the Creator Economy Direct-to-Consumer?
Confusion surrounding the TikTok ban last month has pushed creators to seek more stable ways to earn.Inc. - Feb. 21 -
Trump tariff threats rattle consumers
Welcome to The Hill's Business & Economy newsletter {beacon} Business & Economy Business & Economy The Big Story Consumer confidence dips in Trump’s first month A new survey found that ...The Hill - Feb. 21 -
Trump's Ukraine policy alarming European leaders
There is alarm in Europe as leaders try to come to terms with the major foreign policy shift on Ukraine from the Trump administration. This week President Trump blamed Ukraine for Russia's invasion ...CBS News - Feb. 21 -
'Huge mountain to climb' - Leicester in 'alarming situation'
Protests. No home league goal in over two months. Rooted in the relegation zone. What next for Leicester?BBC News - Feb. 22 -
Alarm over Musk's latest demands for federal employees
Elon Musk posted on social media about federal workers having to document their work or risk losing their jobs. This comes as more details emerge about USAID worker firings and as Musk persists on ...CBS News - Feb. 24 -
Latest news on Trump's alarming EPA cuts remarks
The White House says President Trump mispoke when he alluded to deep staff cuts at the Environmental Protection Agency. This comes as a new budget plan passed in the House and fears remain about ...CBS News - 5d -
Sen. Murphy ‘trying to raise the alarm’ on threats to democracy
Sen. Chris Murphy, D-Conn., talks to NBC News’ Julie Tsirkin about his shift in political priorities and explains, “When somebody is trying to destroy democracy, they benefit from people who are ...NBC News - 3d -
Smoke in plane cabin, close calls raise alarm
45,000 flights carry nearly three million passengers every day safely, so when something goes wrong it shakes us out of what we consider normal. But there's no denying the string of recent airline ...CBS News - 3d -
A Signal Update Fends Off a Phishing Technique Used in Russian Espionage
Google warns that hackers tied to Russia are tricking Ukrainian soldiers with fake QR codes for Signal group invites that let spies steal their messages. Signal has pushed out new safeguards.Wired - Feb. 19 -
Cruise stocks tumble after Commerce Secretary Lutnick signals tax crackdown
Royal Caribbean was the hardest hit.CNBC - Feb. 20 -
Electronic 'signal jamming' devices used for car thefts set to be banned
The, including so-called signal jammers, are thought to play a part in four out of 10 vehicle thefts.BBC News - Feb. 23 -
New German leader signals seismic shift in transatlantic relations
Friedrich Merz heralds a new era for Europe without the US as a key partner, writes Europe editor Katya Adler.BBC News - Feb. 24