Economy
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The collapse of El Salvador's bitcoin dream
Under the Radar Central American nation rolls back its controversial, world-first cryptocurrency laws
By Harriet Marsden, The Week UK Published
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Why is Trump's cryptocurrency reserve plan putting some economists on edge?
TODAY'S BIG QUESTION The president has named five cryptocurrencies he wants to see added to a federal stockpile as experts and lawmakers alike warn that the whole project could be a total flop
By Rafi Schwartz, The Week US Published
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Why are CEOs having second thoughts about Trump?
Today's Big Question Tariff threats and economic warning signs create corporate uncertainty
By Joel Mathis, The Week US Published
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Eggs too pricey? Rent a chicken.
Under the Radar The cost of eggs increased more than 15% in January
By Justin Klawans, The Week US Published
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Rich people are 'powering' America's economy
Talking Points The income gap sets a new record
By Joel Mathis, The Week US Published
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Will Trump's tariffs hurt Walmart?
Today's Big Question The world's biggest retailer 'isn't immune' to trade impacts
By Joel Mathis, The Week US Published
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'There is a lot riding on the deal for both sides'
Instant Opinion Opinion, comment and editorials of the day
By Justin Klawans, The Week US Published
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What are reciprocal tariffs?
The Explainer And will they fix America's trade deficit?
By Joel Mathis, The Week US Published
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Why Spain's economy is booming
The Explainer Immigration, tourism and cheap energy driving best growth figures in Europe
By The Week UK Published
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Why is the threat of stagflation rising?
Talking Points Inflation is sticky. Trump's tariffs won't help.
By Joel Mathis, The Week US Published
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Trade wars, explained
The Explainer Free trade is almost always good for any economy – so why is it so unpopular?
By The Week UK Published
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What is a sovereign wealth fund?
The Explainer And will Trump use one to buy TikTok?
By Joel Mathis, The Week US Published
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What could bring the US Steel-Nippon Steel merger back to life?
Today's Big Question President Trump opposed the deal. But he could be flexible.
By Joel Mathis, The Week US Published
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How Trump is making your Shein and Temu orders more expensive
In the Spotlight The president has ended a tariff loophole for small shipments
By Joel Mathis, The Week US Published
In the Spotlight