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US merchandise trade deficit surges ahead of expected tariff increases
Figures suggest companies are stockpiling goods ahead of levies promised by Donald TrumpFinancial Times - 7h -
U.S. trade deficit in goods balloons to record high as businesses race to avoid tariffs
The trade sector seems set to be a drag on headline GDP growth in the first quarter, but it is hard to estimate how much.MarketWatch - 12h -
China accuses US of 'blackmail' after Trump warns of increased tariffs
China’s officials condemned President Trump for his decision to add a 10 percent tariff on Chinese imports over the country’s alleged complicity in the international smuggling of fentanyl, a deadly ...The Hill - 10h -
US traders snap up aluminium ahead of Trump tariffs
Imports hit highest level since mid-2022 as premium over London price surgesFinancial Times - 6d -
US to raise tariffs on China and push ahead with Canada and Mexico levies
Donald Trump says duties on biggest trading partners to take effect on March 4Financial Times - 17h -
Trump tracker: the latest data on US trade, tariffs and economy
As the president threatens a trade war, follow the latest on tariffs and executive ordersFinancial Times - 1d -
UK-US trade deal could mean tariffs 'not necessary', says Trump
The US president says a trade deal could happen very quickly and avoid taxes on UK imports.BBC News - 1d -
US and UK in talks on trade deal that could spare Britain from tariffs
Donald Trump says America is looking to forge pact as ‘quickly as it can be done’Financial Times - 1d -
Increasing defence budget will require tough trade-offs
If Labour will not budge on tax, inflation and a persistent deficit may be the resultFinancial Times - 2d -
Buffett says Berkshire will continue to increase investment in Japan trading houses
Buffett said Berkshire will moderately increase its ownership in the five Japanese trading houses over time.CNBC - 6d -
Breast cancer diagnoses and deaths expected to surge worldwide, says WHO
Cases in UK set to rise by 21% and deaths by 42%, while globally one in 20 women will be diagnosed with disease. Breast cancer diagnoses and deaths are projected to surge worldwide by 2050, the ...The Guardian - 4d -
Trump says Canada, Mexico tariffs will go into effect Tuesday, China tariffs to increase
President Trump confirmed Thursday that tariffs he had threatened and then delayed against Canada and Mexico are set to go into effect next week, while China will face increased tariffs as part of ...The Hill - 1d -
These US cities could see surge in pests this spring
Deviations from normal weather patterns are putting several regions in the U.S. at risk for an uptick of disease-spreading pests, a pest-management group says.ABC News - 2d -
Japanese trading house shares surge after latest Buffett endorsement
Famed investor says his Berkshire Hathaway group is likely to take bigger stake in five groupsFinancial Times - 3d -
Social Security Administration offering voluntary buyouts ahead of expected layoffs
The Social Security Administration is offering payouts to employees who voluntarily resign from the federal agency, ahead of what they warn will be "significant workforce reductions."CBS News - 23h -
Trump Refocuses on Tariffs and Trade Deals With Russia and Ukraine
The president has sent the message that he’s committed to tariffs, and that he sees room for deals with Ukraine and Russia.The New York Times - 3d -
Trump Says Canada and Mexico Tariffs Will Start March 4, Plus an Increase on China
The president also said he would impose an additional 10 percent tariff on China as he tries to force other countries to take more action on drug shipments.The New York Times - 1d -
Surge in UK university students using AI to complete work
Rapid spread of technology raises questions about how to assess undergraduate workFinancial Times - 3d -
5 Rangers who could be moved ahead of 2025 NHL trade deadline
Here are five players to keep an eye on if the Rangers decide to sell ahead of the NHL trade deadline...Yahoo Sports - 6d -
Why President Trump is pursuing a 'sledgehammer' approach with tariffs and global trade deals
President Donald Trump's aggressive tariff plans covering many key economic allies and trading partners of the U.S. has support by the numbers.CNBC - Feb. 20 -
How Trump’s Tariffs Could Reorder Asia Trade and Exclude the U.S.
Asian countries are among the most vulnerable to President Trump’s economic grievances. But they are also best placed to make deals to minimize their exposure.The New York Times - Feb. 21 -
Democrats won’t fight Trump’s tariff policies. On trade, Trump is a Democrat.
President Donald Trump's recent trade policy has been met with surprising support from congressional Democrats, despite his protectionist policies being more aligned with progressive Democrats than ...The Hill - 5d -
Trump threatens China with additional 10% tariff in escalation of trade war
US president also insists delayed tariffs on imports from Canada and Mexico will go into effect on 4 March. US politics live – latest updates Donald Trump has threatened China with an ...The Guardian - 1d -
US-China trade rule change hangs in the balance
Questions are swirling about the status of a trade rule that President Trump canceled and then reinstated earlier this month after it proved unworkable, leading to logistical confusion, an outcry ...The Hill - 3d -
Trump says US is working on trade deal with the UK
US President suggested that Britain could escape tariffs if agreement struckFinancial Times - 1d -
What is at stake in the US-UK trade talks?
President Trump has raised the prospect of a deal that could help Britain avoid tariffsFinancial Times - 13h -
Chagos deal will not go ahead if US rejects it, says Lammy
David Lammy says the UK "a shared military and intelligence interest" with the US in the territory.BBC News - 2d -
Manufacturers boost durable-goods orders ahead of tariffs, but industry slump hasn’t ended
A key measure of business orders rose in January for the third month in a row, but it’s likely the sudden improvement reflects businesses rushing to buy parts and supplies ahead of potential U.S. ...MarketWatch - 1d -
Tennis participation grows to more than 25M players in the US even as pickleball's popularity surges
The U.S. Tennis Association says participation in the sport around the United States rose to 25.7 million players in 2024ABC News - Feb. 19 -
As the far right surges around the globe, what can a new TV series about Mussolini teach us? | Caroline Moorehead
Joe Wright’s new drama gives a theatrical take on the dictator’s flaws but there is so much more history viewers need to know. On 3 January 1925, Benito Mussolini delivered the most important ...The Guardian - 2d -
Popular momentum trades like Palantir and AppLovin are unraveling. Don’t expect them to bounce right back.
Momentum stocks popular with the retail crowd continued to slide on Tuesday, adding to their woes from the past week.MarketWatch - 3d -
Trump is using tariffs as a blunt-force tool. It won’t work | Mike Williams
The steel industry needs to modernize. Tariffs can help, but the government must go beyond trade policy. Last week, Donald Trump revived a trade war from his first term, implementing a 25% tariff ...The Guardian - Feb. 21 -
US stocks dip amid concerns over tariffs and consumer belt-tightening
All three major stock indexes moved decisively lower, extending sell-off in wake of dour economic reports. US stocks tumbled on Friday, extending a sell-off in the wake of dour economic reports and ...The Guardian - Feb. 21 -
US orders probe into copper dumping, opening door to new tariffs
White House signals it will expedite measures despite investor concerns over how threats of levies will affect the economyFinancial Times - 3d -
Engie warns US that tariffs and tax uncertainty threaten investment
Comments by French energy group chief follow Trump’s decision to pause hundreds of billions of dollars of green fundsFinancial Times - 1d -
Trump says US will impose additional 10% tariff on China
He also said he would move ahead with 25% tariffs on imports from Mexico and Canada, which had been paused.BBC News - 1d -
Mexico extradites wanted drug lord to US in attempt to ward off tariffs
Rafael Caro Quintero, sought since 1985 for murder of DEA agent, among 29 prisoners sent across borderFinancial Times - 23h -
Chinese importers’ tactic for beating US tariffs: pile it high
Warehouses have become buffers against political volatilityFinancial Times - 14h -
Airbus could prioritize deliveries to non-U.S. customers if Trump tariffs impede trade, CEO says
Guillaume Faury also said Airbus had ramped up U.S. production in recent years and that he hoped tariffs would not disrupt the aviation industry.CNBC - Feb. 20 -
Airbus could prioritize deliveries to non-U.S. customers if Trump tariffs impede trade, CEO says
Airbus could prioritize deliveries to its non-U.S.NBC News - Feb. 20
