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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 companiesFinancial Times - Mar. 12 -
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 - Mar. 12 -
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 - Mar. 13 -
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 - Mar. 13 -
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 - Mar. 13 -
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 - Mar. 13 -
Why it might get worse for US stocks
Uncertainty over Trump policy will soon hit the economy with few short-term catalysts for a turnaroundFinancial Times - Mar. 14 -
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 - Mar. 15 -
US shoppers cut spending as economic outlook concerns mount
Tariffs, market volatility and political uncertainty threaten to undermine key driver of growth in world’s largest economyFinancial Times - Mar. 16 -
Officials do not fully understand UK skilled worker visa, watchdog says
National Audit Office finds Home Office cannot say what the immigration mechanism is contributing to the economyFinancial Times - Mar. 17 -
CNBC Daily Open: U.S. consumers think inflation will shoot up in the year ahead
The U.S. consumer hasn’t felt so glum about the economy since November 2022, according to a survey by the University of Michigan.CNBC - Mar. 17 -
Trump’s trade war will damage global growth, OECD warns
Forecasts downgraded for a dozen G20 economies and alarm sounded on ‘ratcheting up’ of trade barriersFinancial Times - Mar. 17 -
Treasury Secretary Bessent says White House is heading off a 'guaranteed' financial crisis
Bessent believes market pullbacks are benign, and Trump's pro-business policies will boost the economy in the long run.CNBC - Mar. 17 -
Bet on Nigerian recovery draws investors seeking to dodge trade wars
Africa’s most populous country among former crisis-hit economies attracting foreign inflowsFinancial Times - Mar. 18 -
Why Germany Wants to Loosen Its Debt Brake
An incoming government wants to borrow much more to revamp the economy and rebuild the military. That means a change in the country’s Constitution — and its culture.The New York Times - Mar. 18 -
Frontier Airlines offers free checked bags promotion in swipe at Southwest
Budget carrier Frontier Airlines is offering free checked luggage and economy bundles that come with seat assignments and carry-on bags.CNBC - Mar. 18 -
How close are we to a recession, and how will we know when we get there?
Here's how economists identify a recession, and where the U.S. economy currently stands amid market turmoil caused by tariff threats.CBS News - Mar. 18 -
Trump finds making peace is easier said than done
Also in today’s newsletter, the Fed’s concerns that tariffs will hit the economy and Jeff Bezos’s pivot to the presidentFinancial Times - Mar. 20 -
Nvidia’s big GTC event had no big surprises, but here is where the bulls and bears disagree
Some investors are getting nervous about how a downward turn in the economy could affect Nvidia’s capital spending.MarketWatch - Mar. 20 -
Government borrowing higher than expected as pressure builds on Reeves
The latest figures for the UK economy add pressure on Chancellor Rachel Reeves ahead of her Spring Statement next week.BBC News - Mar. 21 -
South-east Asian markets roiled as investors turn to China
Indonesian stocks hit four-year low and Thailand sees outflows as funds rethink growth story for region’s biggest economiesFinancial Times - Mar. 22 -
Beijing pledges greater market access as top global CEOs gather at the China Development Forum
The forum came as Beijing seeks to attract foreign investment as its economy grappled with sluggish domestic consumption and escalating trade tensions.CNBC - 4d -
Trump's tariffs will be his own downfall
The U.S. economy will suffer unless, for some inexplicable reason, Trump can turn history on its head.The Hill - 4d -
Face the Nation: Graham, Dingell, Moore
Missed the second half of the show? The latest on the Trump administration's foreign policy on Iran and the impact of tariffs on the U.S. economyCBS News - 4d -
Trump-backed crypto bank joins stablecoin wars with new dollar-pegged token
The USD1 stablecoin is the latest of Trump’s crypto ventures an addition to the fastest growing sector of the crypto economy.CNBC - 3d -
UBS offers to limit size of investment bank to appease Swiss regulators
Lender seeks to alleviate concerns that its size could pose risk to country’s economyFinancial Times - 2d -
Three ways the Spring Statement could affect you and your money
While the Spring Statement focuses on the wider UK economy, it could have implications for your money.BBC News - 2d -
Trump’s Tariffs on Autos Would Hit Europe Hard
The levies could hurt European automakers when the industry is already struggling, especially in Germany, Europe’s biggest economy.The New York Times - 2d -
Trump’s Tariffs on Autos Would Hit Europe Hard
The levies could hurt European automakers when the industry is already struggling, especially in Germany, Europe’s biggest economy.The New York Times - 2d -
Trump’s Tariffs on Autos Would Hit Europe Hard
The levies could hurt European automakers when the industry is already struggling, especially in Germany, Europe’s biggest economy.The New York Times - 2d -
Analysis: Cities in Trump-Leaning States Will Take Biggest Hits From Canada Tariffs
A list of 41 cities that rely on exports to Canada highlights the potential damage to the economies of states that voted for Trump.Inc. - 1d -
'I want a good job. I don't want to rely on universal credit'
The chancellor has given an update on her plans for the economy - how are ordinary people tackling their own financial challenges?BBC News - 1d -
'I want a good job. I don't want to rely on universal credit'
The chancellor has given an update on her plans for the economy - how are ordinary people tackling their own financial challenges?BBC News - 1d -
Germany says it 'will not give in' as Trump announces 25% tariffs on all car imports
Major economies vow to retaliate, with China accusing Washington of violating international trade rules.BBC News - 1d -
With Car Tariffs, Trump Puts His Unorthodox Trade Theory to the Test
With sweeping auto levies, the president is putting his beliefs about tariffs into practice on the global economy. Economists aren’t optimistic.The New York Times - 1d -
With Car Tariffs, Trump Puts His Unorthodox Trade Theory to the Test
With sweeping auto levies, the president is putting his beliefs about tariffs into practice on the global economy. Economists aren’t optimistic.The New York Times - 1d -
With Car Tariffs, Trump Puts His Unorthodox Trade Theory to the Test
With sweeping auto levies, the president is putting his beliefs about tariffs into practice on the global economy. Economists aren’t optimistic.The New York Times - 1d -
With Car Tariffs, Trump Puts His Unorthodox Trade Theory to the Test
With sweeping auto levies, the president is putting his beliefs about tariffs into practice on the global economy. Economists aren’t optimistic.The New York Times - 1d -
3/27: CBS Evening News
Americans' pessimism about the economy is growing, poll finds; After record losing season for White Sox, hope is on the horizonCBS News - 1d -
3/27: CBS Evening News
Americans' pessimism about the economy is growing, poll finds; After record losing season for White Sox, hope is on the horizonCBS News - 21h