Trump Imposes Tariffs Amid Frustrations Over Trade Deficits and Decline in Manufacturing Employment

Amidst ongoing discussions and debates, a significant question looms over the economic landscape of the United States: How can the world’s strongest economy declare a national emergency due to its trade deficit? This pressing issue has garnered attention from leading economists and legal experts, who are increasingly scrutinizing the implications and underlying factors that led…

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As TikTok’s Deadline Nears, Potential Deal Details Surface

As the clock ticks down, TikTok, the popular video app, is facing a critical deadline. By Saturday, the company must address governmental concerns by restructuring its ownership, as mandated by U.S. federal regulations, or it risks being banned across the country. This development highlights the ongoing complexities of digital security, business operations, and international relations…

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Trump’s Small Shipment Exemption Policy May Increase Prices on Apparel and Products from China

In recent years, there has been a significant loophole in the U.S. import system that permitted retailers, particularly e-commerce giants, to ship goods directly from China to American consumers. This route avoided the usual customs tariffs that are imposed on imported goods, thus allowing both retailers and consumers to benefit from lower prices. Now, as…

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Apple Drives Downward Trend in Tech Stocks Following New Trump Tariffs, Plunges 9%

In an era marked by rapid technological advancements and fierce global competition, Apple Inc. remains a formidable leader in the tech industry, primarily buoyed by its robust sales of various devices which constitute about three-quarters of its nearly $400 billion annual revenue. The transformation of Apple into a technology juggernaut hinges significantly on its extensive…

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Oil Producers Announce Unexpected Production Hike in Response to Trump’s Trade Tariffs

In a recent, pivotally significant decision by the Organization of the Petroleum Exporting Countries (OPEC) along with its allied producers, collectively known as OPEC Plus, a deliberate acceleration to increase the oil supply in the market has been officially set into motion. This strategic move has led to a substantial decline in oil prices, marking…

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Taiwan Cautious Despite Chips Being Exempt from Trump’s Tariffs

Taiwan’s semiconductor industry, at the heart of global technology supply, finds itself at the center of escalating tensions between economic strategy and geopolitics, with Washington exerting significant pressure on these companies to expand their investments within the United States. The semiconductor industry, often referred to as the “new oil,” accounts for critical components that power…

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Capital One’s Acquisition of Discover Overcomes Justice Department Obstacle

The proposed merger between two of America’s largest credit card companies had initially raised significant concerns during the Biden administration, signaling a potentially monumental shakeup in the U.S. financial landscape. The prospect of such a major consolidation in the credit card industry posed numerous questions regarding consumer choice, competitive pricing, and market dominance. Under the…

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