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Scope Warns: US Faces Credit Risk and Recession from Escalating Trade War

Scope, a German credit rating agency, warns that the US could suffer credit negativity and recession due to the trade war's impact on dollar trust. Three scenarios, from light tari...

Citigroup Surpasses Expectations with a 3% Revenue Increase to $21.6 Billion in Q1 2025

Citigroup Inc. reports a 3% revenue increase to $21.6 billion in Q1 2025, with net income up 21% and earnings per share soaring 24%. CEO Jane Fraser highlights the company's strong...

Rising Inflation and Unemployment Fears: US Consumers Brace for Economic Uncertainty

US consumers face rising inflation and unemployment fears, with a New York Federal Reserve survey showing a jump in one-year inflation expectations to 3.6% and increased job loss a...

OPEC Lowers Global Economic Growth Forecast to 3% Amid Trade Uncertainties

OPEC revises global economic growth forecast down to 3% for 2025, citing trade uncertainties. The US and Eurozone face slower growth, while China is expected to maintain steady exp...

Hassett Optimistic on US Economy and EU Trade Negotiations: No Recession in Sight

Kevin Hassett, Director of the US National Economic Council, dismisses recession fears and highlights progress in EU trade talks. He also addresses insider trading allegations and ...

Janet Yellen Criticizes Trump's Tariffs as a Major Self-Inflicted Blow to the Economy

Former Treasury Secretary Janet Yellen criticizes Donald Trump's tariff policies as harmful to the US economy, suggesting they may lead to a recession. She also links the suspensio...

Yellen Criticizes Trump's Tariffs as a Major Self-Inflicted Blow to US Economy

Former Treasury Secretary Janet Yellen criticizes President Trump's tariffs as a severe self-inflicted wound to the US economy, warning of increased recession risks due to these po...

Fed's Schmid Warns: Rising Inflation Expectations Could Challenge Economic Stability

Federal Reserve Bank of Kansas City President Jeff Schmid warns of the risks posed by rising inflation expectations, emphasizing the difficulty in containing inflation once it's em...

March Sees a Dip in US Small Business Optimism, NFIB Reports Below Average Figures

The NFIB reports a decline in US small business optimism in March, with the index falling below the 51-year average. Key concerns include taxes and labor quality, while sales expec...

Top US CEOs Sound Alarm: Trump's Tariffs Could Trigger Economic Recession

Top US CEOs warn that Trump's new tariffs could harm the economy, with potential for major impacts on manufacturers, workers, and the restaurant industry, alongside a significant m...

US Manufacturing Sector Shows Resilience: Factory Orders Rise by 0.6% in February

The US manufacturing sector showed signs of growth in February with factory orders rising by 0.6% to $594.0 billion, surpassing expectations. Shipments and unfilled orders also inc...

Exclusive: Trump Considers Dual-Phase Tariff Strategy to Bolster US Economy

President Donald Trump is exploring a two-step tariff strategy to impose emergency duties and investigate trading partners, with potential immediate tariffs on imported vehicles by...

President Trump Announces Potential Tariff Breaks for Multiple Countries, Signals New Levies

US President Trump hints at tariff exemptions for several countries, with new levies on autos, lumber, and chips. April 2nd dubbed "Liberation Day" for potential breaks, amid strat...

Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent Unfazed by Stock Market Volatility Amid Tariff Concerns

Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent remains optimistic about the US stock market's long-term performance despite recent volatility due to tariff policies. He acknowledges potential ec...

ECB's Villeroy Warns: Trump's Tariffs Spell Disaster for US Economy and Global Trade

Francois Villeroy de Galhau, ECB Governing Council member, criticizes Trump's tariffs as harmful to the US economy and global trade, highlighting the risks of escalating trade tens...

Treasury Secretary Bessent Unfazed by Short-term Market Fluctuations

US Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent discusses the administration's focus on long-term economic growth over short-term market volatility, amidst ongoing tariff negotiations and effo...

Dow Jones Dips as Canada Strikes Back with Tariffs Against the US

The Dow Jones Industrial Average experienced a downturn after Canada imposed a 25% tariff on US goods, reacting to previous US economic measures. While the Nasdaq 100 saw a slight ...

Kevin Hassett Predicts Resolution of Trade Uncertainty by Early April

Kevin Hassett, Director of the United States National Economic Council, anticipates the resolution of trade policy uncertainty by early April, with new tariffs effective April 2. H...

Hassett Predicts Resolution of Trade Uncertainties by Early April, Boosting US Economy

Kevin Hassett forecasts the resolution of US trade uncertainties by early April, aiming to boost the economy and bring back manufacturing jobs. Despite a predicted first-quarter co...

Hassett Predicts Early April Resolution to Trade Policy Uncertainty

Kevin Hassett, Director of the US National Economic Council, expects trade policy uncertainties to be resolved by early April, with new tariffs taking effect. He remains optimistic...

Market Reacts to Trump's Criticism: Dow Plunges Over 300 Points in Premarket

The Dow Jones Industrial Average dropped over 300 points in premarket trading following President Trump's criticism of Canada's tariff policy and his dismissal of recession concern...

Will Tariffs Lead to Lasting Inflation? Fed's Bostic Weighs In

Federal Reserve Bank of Atlanta President Raphael Bostic discusses the uncertain impact of tariffs on inflation, noting increased costs and potential price hikes, with clarity expe...

Dow Jumps 230 Points in Premarket, Rebounding from Yesterday's Sharp Decline

Wall Street attempts a recovery in premarket trading after a tariff-induced selloff, with the Dow Jones up by 234 points. Concerns over the US economy persist as tariffs against Ca...

Navarro Confirms: Trump Stands Firm on Tariffs Amid Global Trade Tensions

Peter Navarro, Senior Counselor to President Trump, asserts Trump's firm stance on tariffs against China, Canada, and Mexico, effective March 4. Navarro discusses the minimal impac...

February Sees Slower Expansion in US Manufacturing PMI: A Detailed Look

The US Manufacturing PMI showed a slower expansion rate in February, sparking discussions on economic implications. Insights and analysis on this trend and its impact on the US man...

Wall Street Gains in Premarket Trading Ahead of Key GDP Data Release

Wall Street's major stock exchanges rise in premarket trading as Nvidia reports an earnings beat. Investors await the US GDP report, jobless claims, and pending home sales data for...

Fed Chair Jerome Powell Asserts Robust US Economy Amid Inflation Concerns

Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell testified before the Senate Banking Committee, affirming the US economy's strength and absence of recession. He discussed the economy's position...

Trump's Pro-Growth Policies More Necessary Than Ever, Jobs Data Suggests

The latest US nonfarm payrolls report highlights the necessity of Donald Trump's pro-growth policies, as emphasized by the White House. Despite a 143,000 increase in nonfarm employ...

Kashkari Views on Rising 10-Year Yield: A Sign of Strength or Fiscal Deficits?

Federal Reserve Bank of Minneapolis President Neel Kashkari discusses the rise in the 10-year Treasury yield, attributing it to fiscal deficits and not seeing it as worrisome. He a...

Federal Reserve Governor Kugler Optimistic About US Economic Growth in 2025

Federal Reserve Governor Adriana Kugler, speaking at the 2025 Miami Economic Forum, expressed confidence in the US economy's firm footing and solid GDP growth in the first quarter....

Federal Reserve Governor Kugler Affirms US Economy's Strong Foundation Amidst Inflation Concerns

Federal Reserve Governor Adriana Kugler, speaking at the 2025 Miami Economic Forum, expressed confidence in the US economy's strong foundation, despite ongoing inflation concerns a...

Federal Reserve's Kugler Asserts US Economy Stays Strong Despite Challenges

Federal Reserve Governor Adriana Kugler, speaking at the 2025 Miami Economic Forum, expressed optimism about the US economy's strength, citing solid GDP growth expectations for the...