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Dollar faces historic slump as stocks hit new high
Speed Read While stocks have recovered post-Trump tariffs, the dollar has weakened more than 10% this year
By Peter Weber, The Week US Published
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Higher toy prices from Trump's tariffs have arrived
In the Spotlight Three out of four toy products in the US come from China
By Justin Klawans, The Week US Published
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What's next for US interest rates?
The Explainer Rates go unchanged amid economic uncertainty
By Becca Stanek, The Week US Last updated
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'Tariff stacking' is creating problems for businesses
The Explainer Imports from China are the most heavily affected
By Justin Klawans, The Week US Published
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College grads are seeking their first jobs. Is AI in the way?
In The Spotlight Unemployment is rising for young professionals
By Joel Mathis, The Week US Published
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Frozen pizza sales could be a key indicator of a recession
The Explainer Sales of the item have been increasing since the pandemic
By Justin Klawans, The Week US Published
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Economists fear US inflation data less reliable
speed read The Labor Department is collecting less data for its consumer price index due to staffing shortages
By Peter Weber, The Week US Published
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US credit rating: what it is and why it matters
the explainer Credit rating agency Moody's downgraded the US last month
By Becca Stanek, The Week US Published
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US trade court nullifies Trump's biggest tariffs
speed read The US Court of International Trade says Trump exceeded his authority in imposing global tariffs
By Peter Weber, The Week US Published
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Should you buy before tariffs hit?
the explainer Panic purchasing may not be in your best interest
By Becca Stanek, The Week US Published
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Grocery stores under fire for overcharging allegations during cost of living crisis
The Explainer A recent investigation has put the spotlight on Kroger, but it is not the only chain being pinpointed
By Justin Klawans, The Week US Published
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Trump vs. China: another tariff U-turn?
Today's Big Question Washington and Beijing make huge tariff cuts, as both sides seek 'exit ramp' from escalating trade war
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Fed leaves rates unchanged as Powell warns on tariffs
speed read The Federal Reserve says the risks of higher inflation and unemployment are increasing under Trump's tariffs
By Rafi Schwartz, The Week US Published
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Why are Americans using 'buy now, pay later' apps to buy groceries?
Today's Big Question A 'layaway program, but reversed'
By Joel Mathis, The Week US Published
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