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Trump's Treasury chief on 200% EU tariff threat: 'Not sure why that's a big deal' for markets

Treasury Secretary Bessent did not answer when CNBC asked if Trump's announcement was "premeditated," or whether the Cabinet secretary knew about it in advance.

CNBC - 3d

Big Company CEOs Join Small Businesses, as Economic Confidence Wanes Amid Tariffs

A new survey of Business Roundtable CEOs mirrors earlier drops in small-business confidence.

Inc. - 3d

Top diplomats from G7 countries meet in Canada as Trump threatens more tariffs on US allies

Top diplomats from Group of 7 have held a first day of talks in Canada as U.S. President Donald Trump's trade and foreign policies have thrown the bloc's once solid unity into disarray

ABC News - 3d

‘We’re ground zero’: Canada steel town is frontline of Trump’s tariff trade war

Mayor of city ‘with steel in its veins’ says ‘There’s a lot of tension … a lot of worry’ as 25% export levy kicks in. The sprawling ArcelorMittal Dofasco steel plant in Hamilton, Ontario has in ...

The Guardian - 2d

Consumer sentiment slumps in March to lowest since 2022 as Trump tariffs spark more inflation worries

The University of Michigan's Survey of Consumers was expected to show a reading of 63.2 for March.

CNBC - 2d

Gold surges above $3,000 for the first time as investors seek a haven from Trump tariffs

Some 52% of global fund managers told Bank of America in a survey that they view gold as "the best hedge against a full-blown trade war."

CNBC - 2d

Congress avoids a shutdown — and gives Trump more tariff power against Canada and Mexico

Congress avoided a government shutdown Friday evening, after the Senate passed legislation that funds the federal government through September at spending levels similar to the 2024 fiscal year.

MarketWatch - 2d

Wall Street begins to cut S&P 500 targets as tariff worries rock the stock market. Should investors be concerned?

Only a few months into 2025, the sharp decline of the U.S. stock market has prompted some of Wall Street’s top forecasters to scale back their bullish predictions for the S&P 500.

MarketWatch - 1d

Sunday shows preview: Congress avoids government shutdown; Trump tariffs rattle economy

Republicans scored a major win on Friday as the Senate approved the House-GOP crafted spending bill, largely authored without input from Democrats. The new piece of legislation boosts defense ...

The Hill - 1d

Apple now faces a problem far bigger than tariffs or weak iPhone sales

A prominent Apple blogger says the company “squandered” its credibility by advertising Siri features as an iPhone 16 selling point — when they were nowhere near ready to use.

MarketWatch - 9h

Trump 2.0 is leaving investors 'overwhelmed' — and strategists warn the volatility isn't over

Global markets have seen choppy trade as investors react to the U.S. President’s tariff policies.

CNBC - Mar. 7

Powell Says the Fed Is in No Hurry to Adjust Rates Amid Trump Policy Uncertainty

Jerome H. Powell says the Fed is focused on separating “signal from the noise,” as the president whipsaws on tariffs.

The New York Times - Mar. 7

Starting the day with a healthy breakfast is becoming a pricey luxury

The rise in costs comes as consumers signal that they are increasingly tapped out and worried about the impact of potential tariffs on the economy.

CNBC - Mar. 8

China returns fire in Trump’s trade war

Tariff salvo on US agricultural goods, Greenland goes to the polls and investors discover if buying Lego is still fun

Financial Times - Mar. 9

Canada's next PM Mark Carney vows to win trade war with Trump

The 59-year-old political newcomer says he will keep tariffs on US imports "until the Americans show us respect".

BBC News - Mar. 10

Trump’s Policies Have Shaken a Once-Solid Economic Outlook

Economic forecasts have deteriorated in recent weeks, reflecting the upheaval from federal layoffs, tariff moves and immigration roundups.

The New York Times - 6d

Trump 'an agent of chaos and confusion,' economists warn — but a U.S. recession isn't in the cards yet

Economists say Trump is proving to be an "agent of chaos" with his unpredictable trade tariff policies but a downturn isn't in the cards just yet.

CNBC - 6d

Ontario says it will slap a 25% surcharge on US-bound electricity

The move is in retaliation to Trump's tariff threats on Canada, and is expected to raise energy costs for 1.5 million US homes.

BBC News - 6d

We're booking profits in a rallying rotation play and using the cash to buy 2 others on the dip

We're putting more cash to work following the sharp market declines over tariff uncertainty.

CNBC - 5d

Dick's Sporting Goods is latest retailer to forecast rocky 2025 as recession fears swirl

Dick's Sporting Goods issued weak guidance for 2025 as consumers contend with tariffs, persistent inflation and fears around a potential recession.

CNBC - 5d

Kentucky Bourbon Makers Fear Becoming ‘Collateral Damage’ in Trump’s Trade War

Smaller distillers say the uncertainty created by the administration’s erratic tariff announcements is crippling their ability to expand into Canadian and EU markets.

Inc. - 5d

Wall Street loses hope in a ‘Trump put’ for markets

US president’s tolerance for tariff-induced stock falls may be higher than anticipated, say investors

Financial Times - 5d

'Volatility is part of the game': What financial advisors are telling investors about market turmoil

The Dow continued to fall on Tuesday after Trump announced higher tariffs. Here's what advisors are telling their clients.

CNBC - 5d

Mar 11: CBS News 24/7, 1pm ET

China and Canada impose retaliatory tariffs on U.S. goods; Transgender Army major sees support from peers.

CBS News - 5d

The U.S. Agreed to Resume Military Aid to Ukraine

Also, Trump walked back a plan to double metal tariffs on Canada. Here’s the latest at the end of Tuesday.

The New York Times - 5d

Ontario's Ford suspends U.S. electric surcharge after Lutnick agrees to trade talks

President Donald Trump has said he will impose a 25% tariff on goods imported from Canada beginning April 2.

CNBC - 5d

Lutnick says Trump's policies are "worth it" even if they lead to recession

The president's tariff announcements have rocked the stock markets and fueled concerns of an economic downturn.

CBS News - 5d

3/11: CBS Evening News Plus

Wall Street reacts to Trump's tariff flip-flopping with Canada; Reporter's Notebook: "Animal spirits" and the stock market

CBS News - 4d

Goldman Sachs flinches and lowers its S&P 500 target. The mechanics are the interesting part.

It’s been tough for Wall Street strategists to hold their nerve in the face of the ever-changing tariff policy.

MarketWatch - 4d

China's Commerce Ministry held talks with Walmart after report on price cut demand, state media says

Chinese and American companies should "work together" to respond to U.S. "unilateral imposition of tariffs," Chinese state media said.

CNBC - 4d

Is the US really heading into a recession?

Stock market falls, tariffs and other changes are reigniting fear of economic downturn in the US.

BBC News - 4d

Canada cuts rates as trade war shakes consumer and business confidence

Reduction to 2.75% comes hours after US tariffs on aluminium and steel take effect

Financial Times - 4d

Blackstone and Goldman Sachs CEOs see upsides to Trump’s policies

Comments from Wall Street bosses come as president’s import tariffs fuel US recession fears

Financial Times - 4d

Carney ready to talk trade with Trump if 'there's respect for Canada's sovereignty'

Prime minister-designate's comments follow Canada's reciprocal tariffs on US imports after Trump slapped taxes on steel and aluminium.

BBC News - 4d

China steels itself for Trump turmoil with ‘DeepSeek congress’

Annual session of rubber stamp parliament highlights Beijing’s shifting priorities amid AI breakthroughs and US tariffs

Financial Times - 4d

The Papers: 'Benefits turmoil' and 'deal or no steel'

A backlash over proposed reform to the welfare system leads many papers, as does news of Trump's tariffs beginning.

BBC News - 3d

How Trump Is Helping Liberals Abroad

Voters are rallying behind some leaders who oppose President Trump’s tariffs, threats and insults. There’s a theory that explains why.

The New York Times - 3d

Jim Cramer's top 10 things to watch in the stock market Thursday

U.S. stocks were looking at a lower open following Trump's tariff news but cooler inflation reading.

CNBC - 3d

Dollar General CEO warns consumers are cash-strapped, and says 2025 won't be better

Tariffs and potential changes to government entitlement programs present potential further headwinds for core customers, said CEO Todd Vasos.

CNBC - 3d

‘We Hear You, Mr. President’: The World Lines Up to Buy American Gas

Facing Trump tariff threats, governments and companies are proposing major investments in American liquefied natural gas projects.

The New York Times - 3d

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