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Trump victory bets and strong US economy power dollar gains
Greenback enjoys strongest month in two years ahead of presidential electionBusiness - Financial Times - 4 hours ago -
Strong US economy and ‘Trump trade’ drive dollar rally
US currency hits highest level since August, as investors bet on growing likelihood of election victory for former presidentBusiness - Financial Times - October 22 -
Retail sales post solid gain in September, showing a continued strong economy
Retail sales increased 0.4% in September, with strength in a broad range of categories that overcame weak gas and auto spending, the U.S. Commerce Department said Wednesday.Business - MarketWatch - October 17 -
The dollar is rallying because investors are making a ‘down payment’ on a Trump election victory
The U.S. dollar has been strengthening in part because investors are growing more confident Donald Trump will be victorious in the Nov. 5 presidential election, according to one Wall Street ...Business - MarketWatch - October 14 -
Trump, Harris race draws millions of dollars to politics betting sites
Welcome to The Hill's Campaign newsletter {beacon} Campaign Report Campaign Report The Big Story Trump, Harris race draws millions of dollars to politics betting sites Voters aren’t just casting ...Politics - The Hill - October 22 -
Here’s What Consumer Power Will Tell Us About the Economy
Corporate earnings reports and retail sales data could offer evidence that the U.S. economy is resilient as inflation ebbs.Business - Inc. - October 14 -
Google’s strong earnings boosted by cloud computing gains
Parent company Alphabet’s shares rise 6% as results show lift from AI demandBusiness - Financial Times - 3 days ago -
Deficits, Donald Trump and the dollar
How fiscal excess strengthens the currencyWorld - Financial Times - 3 days ago -
Sports Direct owner Frasers walks away from Mulberry bid; oil tumbles, dollar rallies – business live
Gold hits record high as conflict in the Middle East prompts investors to seek safe-haven assets. Azerbaijan, the host of the Cop29 global climate summit , will see a large expansion of fossil ...World - The Guardian - October 23 -
Despite signals the U.S. economy is strong, voters are wary
Wall Street has seen six straight weeks of gains and with unemployment near a 50-year low, there are signs the economy is strong. However, the cost of everyday essentials is still a top-of-mind ...Top stories - CBS News - October 19 -
Is the U.S. Economy Too Strong for Its Own Good?
Stocks could come crashing down from record highs if the Fed does anything besides an interest rate cut.Business - Inc. - October 21 -
The Economy Looks Strong as Election Day Nears
Also, flash floods killed more than 95 people in Spain. Here’s the latest at the end of Wednesday.Top stories - The New York Times - 2 days ago -
Trump takes lead over Harris on US economy in final FT poll
FT-Michigan Ross survey shows most Americans think they will be better off if Republican winsBusiness - Financial Times - October 24 -
Trump tells Rupert Murdoch to help him secure US election ‘victory’
Republican candidate says Fox News should not run negative ads about him before November 5 voteBusiness - Financial Times - October 18 -
A Trump victory would end ‘normal’ politics between UK and US
Keir Starmer defends Labour activists helping Kamala Harris but if former US president wins, such activity could become diplomatic liabilityBusiness - Financial Times - October 23 -
Democrats bet big on Texas, using Beyoncé's star power in bid to flip Senate seat
The Democratic Party are hoping to defeat Ted Cruz to keep control of the Senate, but it is an uphill battle.Top stories - BBC News - October 25 -
Elon Musk hopes Trump victory will help his $44bn Twitter bet pay off
The platform’s billionaire owner has seen its value plunge as advertisers run shy, revenues drop and user numbers fall. Two years ago, there was some trepidation among advertisers, anti-hate-speech ...World - The Guardian - 6 days ago -
Polymarket and PredictIt Gain Bets and Split From Polls
Supporters say the platforms are better at predicting the election. But questions have arisen about recent big bets, as they show a big lead for Donald Trump.Business - The New York Times - October 16 -
Fed’s Logan says ‘strong and stable’ U.S. economy still faces ‘meaningful uncertainties’
The chief of the Dallas Federal Reserve said the economy is “strong and stable,” but the central bank needs to be watchful for a rebound in inflation as it gradually lowers U.S. interest rates.Business - MarketWatch - October 21 -
Despite a strong economy, some women are finding it harder to make ends meet
After pandemic relief expired, some women are finding it harder to make ends meet and support their families, new reports show.Business - CNBC - 4 days ago -
Here’s Why People Feel Like a Strong U.S. Economy Is Passing Them By
Many people feel they aren’t getting their share of strong economic expansion—and that isn’t always a disconnect from reality, according to new research.Business - Inc. - 3 days ago -
Yellen Makes Case for Strong Economy a Week Before Election
The Treasury Secretary hopes to reset the storyline and draw attention to the economic bounce-back under the Biden administration.Business - Inc. - 3 days ago -
Harris and Cheney talk economy, women’s health and Trump in Michigan campaign event – US elections live
VP and former Republican congresswoman meet voters in swing state; Trump holds rally in North Carolina. Don’t miss important US election coverage. Get our free app and sign up for election ...World - The Guardian - October 21 -
US elections live: Obama ridicules Trump’s boasts on economy as Walz dismisses Republican nominee’s McDonald’s ‘stunt’
Democratic VP nominee joined by Barack Obama at Wisconsin campaign event. Don’t miss important US election coverage. Get our free app and sign up for election alerts Kamala Harris has a ...World - The Guardian - October 22 -
FirstFT: Trump edges ahead of Harris in FT-Michigan Ross poll on economy
Also in today’s newsletter, Boeing machinists reject company pay offer and Tesla’s turnaroundWorld - Financial Times - October 24 -
Trump wants you to believe that the US economy is doing terribly. It’s untrue | Steven Greenhouse
Despite his claims to the contrary, unemployment is low, inflation is way down, and job growth is remarkably strong. If Donald Trump wins next week’s election, it would be the first time in US ...World - The Guardian - 3 days ago -
Power, as well as price, matters in a well-run economy
That’s the lesson to take from both the founding of the Bretton Woods system 80 years ago and the Biden administration todayWorld - Financial Times - October 21 -
It’s localization, not globalization, for the health of the US economy
The U.S. is undergoing a transformative shift away from globalization and toward localization, with initiatives such as the Inflation Reduction Act and the CHIPS and Science Act prioritizing ...Politics - The Hill - October 17 -
Benjamin Button’s clues for the US economy
Conditions are reverting to a time of solid, sustainable growthWorld - Financial Times - 3 days ago -
US election betting is on a roll
In the months leading up to election day, people from around the world have placed millions of dollars in wagers on who will be the next American presidentWorld - Financial Times - 3 days ago -
Inside the multimillion-dollar effort to contest US voting procedures
Also in today’s newsletter, investor Scott Bessent weighs in on Trump’s tariff proposal and election bets favour the former presidentWorld - Financial Times - October 15 -
Harris and Trump's paths to victory
Welcome to The Hill's Campaign newsletter {beacon} Campaign Report Campaign Report The Big Story Here are Harris and Trump’s clearest paths to victory The Electoral College system requires that ...Politics - The Hill - October 17 -
5 keys to a Trump victory
From the ground game to Nikki Haley voters, there are several variables that could pave former President Donald Trump's return to the White House next week.Top stories - NBC News - 3 hours ago -
US election live: Trump holds rally in Atlanta after Georgia sees record first day of early voting
More than 250,000 voters cast ballots on day one of in-person early voting. Don’t miss important election coverage. Get our free app and sign up for election alerts Joe Biden is in his home ...World - The Guardian - October 16 -
Harris says ‘unhinged’ Trump is a threat to US democracy
Vice-president revives campaign message used by Joe Biden that claims her opponent is a danger to the countryBusiness - Financial Times - October 24 -
Groping, greed and the lust for great power: what Wagner’s Ring Cycle tells us about Trump v Harris
US politics may lack swords and spears, dragons and talking birds, but Wagner’s tale of money, power, rivalry and grudges still carries striking parallels with the US elections . ‘America is ready ...World - The Guardian - 5 days ago -
Trump’s Border Plans Are Light on Details but Strong on Fury
The former president’s sweeping immigration proposals face daunting challenges, but voters still trust his positions more than his opponent’s.Top stories - The New York Times - October 15