Stagflation Fears Rise

Stagflation fears rise as Trump tariffs take effect, economy slows

Among consumers, long-run inflation expectations are at their highest level in almost 30 years while general sentiment is seeing multi-year lows.

NBC News - 22h

Stagflation fears bubble up as Trump tariffs take effect and the economy slows

A growth scare in the economy has accompanied worries over a resurgence in inflation, threatening to potentially rekindle stagflation.

CNBC - 21h

Dow wipes out its gains since Trump’s inauguration as ‘stagflation’ fears return

U.S. stocks ended the week on an ugly note Friday, posting their worst day of 2025 — and a run of soft economic data was getting much of the blame.

MarketWatch - Feb. 21

Employee Fears of an Economic Downturn Rise on Latest Data

Though recent bumps in joblessness, growth, and inflation data remain minor, workers still worry that Trump’s tariffs, mass federal employee layoffs, and spending cuts could tank the economy.

Inc. - 5d

Sentiment and stagflation

Friday’s market drop reflects concerns about growth

Financial Times - Feb. 24

‘Unqualified henchmen’: fears rise as Trump names far-right podcaster as FBI deputy director

Dan Bongino’s installation in high-ranking law enforcement role sparks concern in both Republicans and Democrats. Fears over the future direction of the FBI have intensified after Donald Trump ...

The Guardian - Feb. 24

Newborns in Gaza are dying from the cold as fears rise over ceasefire's next phase

Bundled up in baby blankets and wrapped in the warmth of her father’s arms, Sham Al-Shanbari came into the world at a time of relative calm in Gaza, born two weeks ago during the hard-won ceasefire ...

NBC News - Feb. 26

Stagflation is a new threat to the stock-market rally. What investors should know.

Worries about an unwelcome mix of inflation and stagnating economic growth are back, only this time such fears are becoming harder for investors to shake off.

MarketWatch - Feb. 24

How U.S. ‘mini-stagflation’ and the yen could shock financial markets

A financial shock is on the cards if the carry trade crumbles, says strategist.

MarketWatch - 5d

Fed Flags Rising Inflation Risks and Rising Uncertainty About Trump’s Policies

Rates cuts are still on the menu, but like many businesses, Fed officials are having a tough time judging the impact of Trump’s tariff and immigration plans.

Inc. - Feb. 20

The political rise of the anti-vax movement

As traditional parties decline, vaccine scepticism has become one of the anti-establishment forces filling the vacuum

Financial Times - Feb. 26

Europe’s elite fears Trump, Musk and the truth

The EU's ruling class has become fanatical in its desire to censor.

The Hill - Feb. 21

DOGE Sparks Surveillance Fear Across the US Government

The US government has increased the use of monitoring tools over the past decade. But President Donald Trump’s employee purges are making workers worry about how their data could be abused.

Wired - Feb. 21

For Fearful Immigrants, It’s the Card They All Want Right Now

Distributed by a legal aid group, the “red card” lays out key rights and protections. Demand for them has surged since President Trump returned to office.

The New York Times - Feb. 23

Confusion, fear at the Justice Department under Trump

The Department of Justice is in upheaval from firings and resignations in the first weeks of the Trump administration. Fear has silenced many in the department, but two prosecutors are speaking up.

CBS News - Feb. 23

Afghans hiding in Pakistan live in fear of forced deportation

Pakistani officials have set a deadline to expel foreign nationals living illegally in the country.

BBC News - 2d

Nvidia shares fall 9% on tariff fears

The company's stock price is down 13% since it reported earnings last Wednesday.

CNBC - 1d

Britain’s household energy bills to rise from April

Regulator Ofgem lifts quarterly price cap 6.4% following increase in wholesale costs

Financial Times - Feb. 25

Testosterone replacement therapy is rising in popularity. What is it?

Testosterone replacement therapy, also known as TRT, has surged in popularity, but there are potential risks. Here's what to know.

CBS News - Feb. 25

Broome's rise in college hoops is the stuff of legends

Auburn's Johni Broome started his college basketball career as an afterthought. Now, he's on the No. 1 team with a shot at being the game's No. 1 player.

Yahoo Sports - Feb. 26

Restructuring activity rises as companies feel the squeeze

Consultants predict a wave of work this year from UK businesses facing financial pressure

Financial Times - 6d

Rough sleeping rises for third year in a row in England

The number of people sleeping rough in England has risen by a fifth in a year, according to new snapshot estimates.

BBC News - 6d

Can Starmer rise to meet his Bismarck moment?

Labour will use the geopolitical crisis to defy its own members about the new priorities for a rearming economy

Financial Times - 6d

Unemployment claims rise to 242,000, the highest in 3 months

Figures do not include layoffs ordered by the Department of Government Efficiency. Analysts expect those to show up in coming weeks.

CBS News - 6d

Inflation Is Rising. What Will That Mean for Trump’s Tariffs?

Consumer sentiment has turned south as high prices weigh on households. Could that crimp big pieces of the president’s economic agenda, including tariffs?

The New York Times - 5d

Average springtime temperatures rising across U.S.

While there are still a few more weeks of winter, warmer temperatures are sweeping the U.S. Data from the nonprofit Climate Central shows that over the past few decades, temperatures in spring have ...

CBS News - 4d

And the winner is ... the rising generation of older female actors

With this year’s Oscars about to be handed out, Hollywood women of a certain age have never been more bankable or in demand. What’s behind the cultural shift?. Something seems different about ...

The Guardian - 3d

Rail fare rise 'piles on misery', campaigners say

People are being "priced off" the railways, one group says, as ticket prices in England and Wales rise by 4.6%

BBC News - 3d

'Rise of the Ronin' (PS5/PC): Wandering the land of the samurai

Yahoo News - 2d

Intel’s stock is rising — and this time it’s not because of sale rumors

Nvidia and Broadcom reportedly are testing Intel’s manufacturing technology. That’s a potentially encouraging signal for the business.

MarketWatch - 2d

On a cold northern island, a mantra rises: 'Greenland is not for sale'

Greenlanders have been pushed into the global spotlight in the weeks since U.S. President Donald Trump said America could take over their Arctic homeland

ABC News - 1d

In Sardinia, a Showcase for Craft and Culture Rises From Ruins

A couple restored an abandoned farmstead as a rural haven where curious visitors can immerse themselves in the treasures of the island.

The New York Times - 1d

Rising Temperatures Are Scrambling the Base of the Ocean Food Web

Scientists are gaining new insights into how plankton supports life on Earth — just as climate change is changing everything.

The New York Times - 1d

Israel Strikes Syria Again as Tensions Rise

The latest attacks came a week after Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu of Israel demanded the demilitarization of much of southern Syria, stoking fears of conflict with the country’s new leadership.

The New York Times - 1d

'Every woman has fear' - why risks facing female athletes remain

Emma Raducanu's ordeal with a male fan in Dubai provided a stark reminder of the dangers faced by female athletes on a regular basis.

BBC News - Feb. 21

'Every woman has fear' - why risks facing female athletes remain

Emma Raducanu's ordeal with a male fan in Dubai provided a stark reminder of the dangers faced by female athletes on a regular basis.

Yahoo Sports - Feb. 21

Game Developers Fear Anti-Trans Measures Could Hit Their Industry Next

As companies like Meta, Google, and Amazon follow President Trump’s moves to roll back diversity initiatives, trans and genderqueer devs worry their already struggling industry could follow suit.

Wired - Feb. 21

Fate of Bibas Family Renews Fears for Israel-Gaza Cease-Fire

Hamas said it had returned the bodies of Shiri Bibas and her two sons. The Israeli military announced that the boys were murdered in Gaza and that Ms. Bibas’s body was that of someone else.

The New York Times - Feb. 21

£3,000 rents cause housing fears near nuclear plant

Residents living near a nuclear power plant have seen rents double to £3,000 a month.

BBC News - Feb. 22

In Syria, Joy at al-Assad’s Demise Turns to Fear of Israeli Raids

Villagers say they worry that incursions into border areas of Syria by Israel’s military could turn into a prolonged occupation. Israel says the raids are needed to protect the border.

The New York Times - Feb. 22

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