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Retail Group Sees $78 Billion Spending Hit From Trump Tariff Plan

A National Retail Federation predicts a huge loss in consumer spending power under Trump, who also threatened Mexico and China with further tariffs over fentanyl flows to the U.S.

Business - Inc. - 10 hours ago

Debt rule to change to fund major projects

Government claims the move contrasts with former PM Liz Truss's controversial mini-Budget.

Why Meta and Snap are spending billions on AR glasses

Meta CEO Mark Zuckerberg and Snap CEO Evan Spiegel are betting big that augmented-reality glasses will replace the smartphone.

Business - CNBC - October 24

Chancellor to change debt rules to release billions for infrastructure spending

Rachel Reeves tells the BBC the change will allow the government to borrow more money - but cuts are still expected in her first Budget next week.

Outside spending eclipses $1 billion in the presidential race, setting a new record

Outside groups have poured a record-breaking $1.1 billion into the presidential race with less than two weeks to go before Election Day.

Harris, Trump and Allies Spend Over a Half-Billion Dollars in 16 Days

Donald Trump has now raised $1 billion since announcing his run for president. And he has Elon Musk’s $119 million. But Kamala Harris has a huge cash advantage.

Top stories - The New York Times - October 25

A Psychologist Explains Why Americans Spend Billions to Scare Themselves Silly on Halloween

Why do Americans shell out north of $12 billion on Halloween? A psychologist explains the appeal of scaring ourselves silly.

Business - Inc. - October 25

The Budget Hawk Atop a Tech Giant's $64 Billion Spending Spree

Amy Hood is at the center of Microsoft’s bet-the-company dive into AI.

Tech - The Wall Street Journal - 4 days ago

Amex sees strong discretionary spending, but stock retreats after solid 2024 run

The company says new member benefits are resonating with younger generations.

Business - MarketWatch - October 18

Saab Sees Sales at Upper End of Guidance as Defense Spending Surges

The Swedish defense company said demand remained high across its business units, but it noted significant strength in its dynamics division, which produces equipment such as ground combat weapons ...

Business - The Wall Street Journal - October 22

Meta sees AI spending accelerating as earnings top forecasts

Mark Zuckerberg cites the potential for ‘strong’ returns in coming years on heavy investments in new technology

Business - Financial Times - 5 days ago

Ford sees another $1 billion EV loss, lowers guidance and its stock falls 6%

Ford Motor Co. reported earnings late Monday, but investors looked past a beat.

Business - MarketWatch - October 28

Microsoft reports quarterly sales up 16% to $65.6 billion as investors ask if AI spending worth it

Microsoft on Wednesday reported its quarterly sales grew 16% to $65.6 billion as the company sought to assure investors its huge spending on artificial intelligence is paying off

Tech - ABC News - 5 days ago

FirstFT: US consumers continue to spend, spend, spend

Also in today’s newsletter, North Korea fires its longest-ever test missile, and the activists ready to challenge the election result

World - Financial Times - 5 days ago

Cabinet fightback: the revolt over spending

Plus, the English justice system in crisis

World - Financial Times - October 18

Team Behind Starface Pimple Patches Takes On Fentanyl Test Strips

The founders of Starface took the shame out of blemishes. Now, they’re hoping to make it less risky to use recreational drugs and alcohol.

Lifestyle - The New York Times - 6 days ago

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