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U.S. economy added 227,000 jobs in November
The U.S. economy added 227,000 jobs in the month of November and the unemployment rate sat at 4.2%, according to a Bureau of Labor Statistics report.NBC News - Dec. 6 -
U.S. economy poised to dominate for the next 20 years — at the cost of growing inequality, economist says
U.S. economic dominance over other countries is poised to surge in the next 20 years due to its widening lead in technology and science, but at the expense of growing inequality at home.MarketWatch - Dec. 6 -
China's ban on key high-tech materials could have broad impact on industries, economy
China has banned exports of key materials used for a wide range of products, including smartphones, electric vehicles, radar systems and CT scanners, swiping back at Washington after it expanded ...ABC News - Dec. 6 -
Elon Musk risks being 'political puppet master', says Nick Clegg
The former deputy PM turned top Meta boss tells Nick Robinson that Musk is playing an "outsized" role in US politics.BBC News - Dec. 6 -
The Big Question: is the US economy exceptional — or overhyped?
Three FT pieces this week explore the soaraway, world-beating success of American business. But can it last?Financial Times - Dec. 6 -
Chicago's chaotic shuffle might be risking Caleb Williams' future
The Bears' No. 1 priority should be developing their franchise QB. Instead, the decision to change Williams' direct line of contact raised eyebrows across the NFL.Yahoo Sports - Dec. 6 -
Collapse of France’s Government Further Burdens Its Weak Economy
Already struggling with flat growth and a large debt and deficit, the country faces a new period of instability without a functioning government or a budget.The New York Times - Dec. 5 -
French bond risk premium dips and stocks rise after government falls
French assets were taking the government’s fall in their stride early Thursday, though the extra cost Paris must pay to borrow remained close to 12-year peaks.MarketWatch - Dec. 5 -
Jobless claims show extremely low layoffs amid sturdy U.S. economy
The number of Americans who applied for unemployment benefits during Thanksgiving rose to a six-week high, but jobless claims stayed at extremely low levels in a clean bill of health for the U.S. ...MarketWatch - Dec. 5 -
World economy has exited the ‘boom and bust’ cycle, BlackRock says
‘Mega forces’ including artificial intelligence technologies are reshaping the global economy in a way that has seen it leave behind traditional boom and bust cycles, BlackRock saidMarketWatch - Dec. 5 -
Italy’s slowing economy raises pressure on Meloni
Statistics agency halves GDP growth for 2024 as parliament adopts first part of next year’s budgetFinancial Times - Dec. 5 -
How climate risks are driving up insurance premiums around the US – visualized
‘Tight correlation’ between premium rises and counties deemed most at risk from climate crisis, experts say. Concern over the climate crisis may evaporate in the White House from January, but its ...The Guardian - Dec. 5 -
Afghan economy shows modest signs of growth but recovery remains fragile, says World Bank
The World Bank says Afghanistan’s economy is showing modest signs of growth after two years of severe contractionABC News - Dec. 5 -
Walmart recalls cucumber slices sold in Texas stores over salmonella risk
Walmart is recalling cucumber slices sold in 34 Texas stores over concerns that they may be contaminated with salmonella.NBC News - Dec. 5 -
Could Dark Chocolate Reduce Your Risk of Diabetes?
A new study suggests that it might. We asked experts if that’s too good to be true.The New York Times - Dec. 4 -
Far from a bazooka, China's stimulus measures are just trickling through the economy
China's latest efforts to kickstart growth will take time to play out, data and company earnings show.CNBC - Dec. 4 -
New data on CTE risk for hockey players
A new study is offering more data on the increased risk of CTE among hockey players. Dr. James Noble, a neurology professor at Columbia University, joins CBS News with more.CBS News - Dec. 4 -
Powell ‘not concerned’ over risks Trump will stifle Fed independence
US central bank chief says his institution has ‘broad support’ on Capitol HillFinancial Times - Dec. 4 -
Trump Tax Cuts Won’t Help the Economy Grow, Budget Office Finds
A larger debt and higher interest rates would cancel out the boost from keeping individual taxes lower, the nonpartisan Congressional Budget Office found.The New York Times - Dec. 4 -
Moment of big opportunity and high risk for Marine Le Pen
Backing the collapse of Michel Barnier's French government is a high-stakes gamble for the far right leader.BBC News - Dec. 4 -
Fed’s Beige Book says economy is stable. Companies more optimistic about 2025, but tariffs a worry.
The U.S. expanded steadily in November, but hiring was subdued and inflation was still a nagging problem in some parts of the economy, a new Federal Reserve survey found.MarketWatch - Dec. 4 -
BNPL Fuels Black Friday Weekend Buying, and Risks of Spiking Debt
Buy Now Pay Later companies processed over $9 billion worth of purchases on Cyber Monday alone, as consumers increasingly used deferred payment options on their credit cards.Inc. - Dec. 4 -
Economy cools off after election, ISM finds. Businesses anxious about Trump’s economic plans.
Service-oriented companies in the U.S. grew in November at the slowest pace in three months, reflecting uncertainty about how the incoming Trump administration will affect the economy.MarketWatch - Dec. 4 -
A New Benchmark for the Risks of AI
MLCommons provides benchmarks that test the abilities of AI systems. It wants to measure the bad side of AI next.Wired - Dec. 4 -
Exposure to air pollution increases infertility risk, US study finds
Research shows common air pollutants can be detrimental to egg, sperm and embryo development. Maternal and paternal exposure to common air pollutants may increase the risk of infertility because it ...The Guardian - Dec. 4 -
Georgians risk serious injury and jail in fresh pro-EU protests
More than 300 people have been arrested and police are accused of using unnecessary force on the streets.BBC News - Dec. 4 -
How Bangladesh’s Economy Was Siphoned Dry
Bangladesh’s currency was battered by what the new head of the central bank says was the looting of the banks under the deposed prime minister.The New York Times - Dec. 4 -
Marc Guéhi risks FA punishment after another message on rainbow armband
Palace captain wrote ‘Jesus loves you’ on his armband He had already been warned about message on Saturday Marc Guéhi is likely to face punishment from the Football Association after the Crystal ...The Guardian - Dec. 3 -
Blue Ridge Beef recalls Puppy Mix over salmonella risk
Federal regulators say puppy food sold by Blue Ridge Beef in seven states tested positive for salmonella.CBS News - Dec. 3 -
Wall Street’s AI-powered rally risks ‘correction’, Vanguard warns
Asset manager’s chief economist Joe Davis says investors are overplaying the near-term potential of the technologyFinancial Times - Dec. 3 -
Barnier ‘method’ at risk in raucous French parliament
Premier’s diplomatic skills run out of rope with far-right oppositionFinancial Times - Dec. 3 -
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Trump's Threat Over an Imaginary Currency Risks Backfiring on the U.S. Dollar
After his 100% tariffs warning to Brics nations, some economists say the president-elect risks accelerating the pursuit of alternatives to the greenback.The Wall Street Journal - Dec. 3 -
Pakistan's Reliance on Chinese-Built Power Plants Is Strangling Its Economy
Pakistan turned to Beijing to solve a crippling energy shortage. Now, the country is crushed by debt and sky-high energy prices—and its economy is spiraling.The Wall Street Journal - Dec. 3 -
Trump reportedly jokes Canada could be 51st U.S. state if tariffs wreck economy
Trump outlined his plans to place 25% tariffs on all Canadian goods imported into the U.S., in a meeting with Trudeau at Mar-a-LagoMarketWatch - Dec. 3 -
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Why America’s economy is soaring ahead of its rivals
The country’s outperformance is rooted in long-term productivity growth that is the envy of the developed world. Could Trump’s policies endanger its lead?Financial Times - Dec. 3 -
An extraordinary global economy will require extraordinary agility
Policymakers need to adjust their approaches including through pre-emptive negotiations with the incoming US administrationFinancial Times - Dec. 3 -
England’s environment watchdog told to review risk from lead mines
Government-ordered report comes after FT investigation into impact of toxic metal on human healthFinancial Times - Dec. 2 -
How Chairish Made the Circular Economy Work for Secondhand Furniture
The home furnishings marketplace has nailed the formula for scalability in a tricky category.Inc. - Dec. 2
