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Mar 12, 2026

US trade deficit narrows as exports hit record high

US trade deficit narrowed to $54.5B in January as exports surged to a record $302.1B and imports declined, signaling potential support for economic growth.

Mar 2, 2026

Iran war raises risks to US economic resilience, growth

The Iran war is raising risks for the US economy as oil prices rise, shipping lanes face disruption and analysts warn of inflation and slower global growth.

Feb 24, 2026

US tariff starts at 10% as Trump pushes for 15%

The U.S. imposed a new 10% import tariff while the Trump administration seeks to raise it to 15%, adding uncertainty after a Supreme Court ruling.

Feb 23, 2026

Dollar weakens after Trump tariffs struck down

The dollar weakened after the Supreme Court struck down Trump tariffs, as markets weighed trade uncertainty and rising tensions with Iran.

Feb 20, 2026

Business celebrates win over Trump tariffs, but refunds will take time

Businesses celebrate Supreme Court win over Trump tariffs, but companies face complex refund process and continued trade policy uncertainty.

Jan 9, 2026

Supreme Court sets Jan. 14 rulings as Trump tariffs await

The Supreme Court plans rulings Jan. 14 as it weighs legal challenges to President Trump’s tariffs and other major cases with economic and constitutional impact.

Nov 19, 2025

U.S. trade deficit drops as tariffs sharply cut imports

The U.S. trade deficit fell 24 percent in August as tariffs reduced imports. Commerce Department data shows lower imports, slight export growth and ongoing economic impacts.

Oct 13, 2025

China urges US to drop tariff threat amid trade tensions

China calls on the U.S. to withdraw its 100% tariff threat as trade tensions rise, warning of countermeasures after new restrictions on rare earths.

Aug 26, 2025

Small businesses, shoppers hit as US ends tariff exemption

The US ends duty-free imports under $800 Friday, impacting online shoppers and small businesses as tariffs raise costs on international goods.

Aug 7, 2025

Trump tariffs take effect as economy shows strain

Trump’s new import tariffs on over 60 countries take effect, sparking economic concerns as inflation rises, hiring slows, and trade deficits grow.

Jul 7, 2025

Wall Street drops as Trump tariffs rattle global markets

U.S. stocks are losing ground in afternoon trading Monday as the Trump administration steps up pressure on trading partners to make deals before punishing tariffs imposed by the U.S. take […]