UK economy shrinks unexpectedly in blow to Rachel Reeves

Stock losses gain momentum as 2025 sell-off rolls on

Markets plunged deeper into the red Tuesday as a major sell-off prompted by fears of a slowing economy rolled on.

NBC News - 4d

White House: Stock market plunge is not as 'meaningful' as business activity

The Trump administration contends that investments and growth from top businesses means more for the economy than the recent stock market rout.

CNBC - 4d

C.E.O.s Will Meet With Trump Amid Fears About Tariffs’ Fallout

The president is set to meet with corporate leaders on Tuesday, as concerns over his protectionist trade policies weigh on markets and the economy.

The New York Times - 4d

Trump crackdown forces Latin America’s migrant flows into reverse

A Colombian town adapted its economy to Darién Gap travellers. Now only a few are travelling — and in the opposite direction

Financial Times - 4d

This Softbank-Backed Startup Wants to Put a Professional Economist in Your Pocket

Labelbox recruits finance and economics experts to make AI platforms even better at analyzing the economy.

Inc. - 4d

A big inflation report is on the way Wednesday. Here's what to expect

The consumer price index for February is forecast to show an increase of 0.3% for goods and services across the largest economy in the world.

CNBC - 4d

Japan struggles to adapt to an era of rising prices

The return of inflation was meant to restore a more ‘normal’ economy. But it has been a bumpy ride for both consumers and companies

Financial Times - 4d

India's inflation rate dips to cooler-than-expected 3.61% in February, below central bank's target

The lower inflation reading could give the Reserve Bank of India room to cut rates and support its slowing economy.

CNBC - 3d

Former Treasury secretary on Trump's tariffs: 'People are overreacting a bit'

Former Treasury Secretary Steve Mnuchin believes that the economy is not in trouble and that people are overreacting to the new administration's policy changes.

The Hill - 3d

US tariffs could extend Germany's recession, says bank

Germany's central bank president says US tariffs and retaliation to them could tip Europe's largest economy into recession again.

BBC News - 3d

Stock Market Remains Uncertain Amid Trump’s Whipsawing Tariffs and Budget Cuts

The administration’s whipsawing moves are leaving investors guessing. The risk is that this uncertainty comes at a real cost to the economy.

The New York Times - 2d

U.S. tariffs could thrust Germany into recession, central bank governor says

Ongoing U.S. tariffs could push Europe's largest economy into a recession, German central bank President Joachim Nagel warned.

CNBC - 2d

Jim Cramer: The White House should change its messaging

CNBC's Jim Cramer on Thursday lamented the negative sentiment surrounding the economy, which he thinks the White House is currently projecting.

CNBC - 2d

Why it might get worse for US stocks

Uncertainty over Trump policy will soon hit the economy with few short-term catalysts for a turnaround

Financial Times - 1d

They lost their federal jobs and now can’t get jobless benefits: ‘You’re left watching your bank account slowly bleed’

Fired federal workers are having trouble getting unemployment benefits — and some experts fear that could spell trouble for the broader economy.

MarketWatch - 18h

Labour ministers yet to hold talks over Abramovich funds

Funds worth £2.5bn - meant to help Ukrainians - remain frozen in a UK bank account over a row about how to use them.

BBC News - Mar. 8

Man Utd plan to build 'iconic' £2bn 100,000-capacity stadium

Manchester United announce plans to build the biggest stadium in the UK - an "iconic" new £2bn 100,000-seater ground close to Old Trafford.

BBC News - 4d

Will Lamont Butler return for Kentucky basketball? Injury update during SEC Tournament

Lamont Butler, Kentucky basketball's starting point guard, departed in the middle of the first half Thursday during UK's opening game in Nashville.

Yahoo Sports - 2d

BBC will no longer show England Six Nations games as new free-to-air deal agreed

The Six Nations will remain on free-to-air in the UK for the next four years after a landmark deal was struck with ITV and BBC, Telegraph Sport understands.

Yahoo Sports - 1d

Arsenal declined to host Euro 2028 games

Arsenal opted against hosting Euro 2028 matches at Emirates Stadium, prioritising club interests over participation in the UK and Ireland’s staging of the tournament.Instead of featuring in the ...

Yahoo Sports - 1d

As Trump shakes the international order, China casts itself as a model of stability

Even as its economy slows, China is using its annual National People's Congress to present itself as a global stalwart as Trump upends America's alliances.

NBC News - 6d

China bond yields jump to three-month highs as investors pare rate cut expectations

Chinese government bond yields moved further away from January's historic lows amid optimism in the faltering economy and a stock market rally.

CNBC - 6d

Stocks Drop as Recession Fears Surface

The S&P skidded 2.7 percent, amid investor fears that tit-for-tat tariffs could raise prices, slow the economy and sow uncertainty among businesses.

The New York Times - 5d

CNBC Daily Open: U.S. markets slump as Trump dismisses economic fears

Aiming to boost the economy, U.S. President Donald Trump is firing off a salvo of policies and causing collateral damage within the country’s own borders.

CNBC - 5d

Trump Intensifies ‘51st State’ Threats in Attack on Canada

The U.S. president on Tuesday reiterated his claims on Canada’s territory as he increased tariffs, threatening to bring the country’s economy to its knees.

The New York Times - 4d

Former Treasury Secretary Steven Mnuchin says 'people are overreacting a bit' to Trump's policies

Mnuchin, who served under Trump in the Republican's first term in office, said does not see signs of an imminent slowdown for the U.S. economy.

CNBC - 3d

S&P 500 closes higher on soft inflation report; Nasdaq jumps 1% as traders snap up tech shares

The Nasdaq Composite rose on Wednesday after a soft inflation report eased concerns about the economy and as investors snapped up beaten-up technology shares.

NBC News - 3d

U.S. 10-year Treasury yield is little changed as investors digest latest inflation report

U.S. Treasury yields were little changed on Thursday as investors awaited the producer price index report and weighed the state of the U.S. economy.

CNBC - 2d

A 10% drop for stocks is scary, but isn't that rare

The U.S. stock market has just dropped 10% from its high set last month, hurt by worries about the economy and a global trade war

ABC News - 2d

The looming budget question: Will Medicaid cuts fund tax cuts?

Republicans should focus tax cuts on middle-income and lower-income households that would provide greater support to the economy than tax cuts for the wealthy.

The Hill - 1d

The Russell 2000 Index Is Flashing Economic Warning Signs

The Russell 2000, which includes small companies that are more sensitive to downdrafts in the economy than those in the S&P 500, appears likely to enter a bear market.

The New York Times - 1d

The Rising Cost of Trump’s Chaos

Confusion over trade policy is a drag on the economy as businesses slow hiring and reduce investments. Four entrepreneurs explain exactly how they’re being hit.

Inc. - 1d

Canadians are mad as hell and ready for a battle over Trump tariffs

Canada is in a trade war with the U.S. due to Trump's tariffs and lies, and is retaliating by boycotting American goods, which will have a significant impact on the U.S. economy.

The Hill - 16h

EU must brace for impact of Trump wrecking ball on global trading system | Heather Stewart

UK appears to be out of US eyeline for now but it would not be immune to slowdown triggered by rising tariffs. Forget the “Trump put”, as financial analysts called the bet that the US president’s ...

The Guardian - 6d

Zelenskyy arrives in Saudi as Ukraine expected to push for air and sea ceasefire during US talks – Europe live

Ukrainian president will be holding talks with Mohammed bin Salman. The UK rejected Russian allegations that two British diplomats were suspected of carrying out espionage activities ( 9:04 ) as ...

The Guardian - 5d

Columbia graduate detained by Ice was respected British government employee

Mahmoud Khalil described by former colleague at UK office for Syria as well liked and extensively vetted. A detained Columbia University graduate threatened with deportation after the Trump ...

The Guardian - 2d

The global battle against the climate crisis needs China. I’m visiting Beijing, and that’s what I’ll tell them | Ed Miliband

I will be the first UK energy secretary since 2017 to visit. It is negligence towards today’s and future generations not to engage China on this critical topic. The climate crisis is an existential ...

The Guardian - 2d

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