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Supreme Court is set to rule on constitutionality of Trump tariffs – but not their wisdom
Supreme Court is set to rule on constitutionality of Trump tariffs – but not their wisdom The US Supreme Court is set to rule on the constitutionality of Donald Trump’s tariffs, but not their wisdom, which raises concerns about economic democracy. The founders of the US intended for Congress to have exclusive power over tariff-making, […]
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Has the Fed fixed the economy yet? And other burning economic questions for 2026
Has the Fed fixed the economy yet? And other burning economic questions for 2026 The US economy enters 2026 in an unusual state, with inflation down from its peak, growth holding up better than expected, but American households feeling shaky due to uncertainty. The Federal Reserve’s next move is uncertain, with some economists warning of […]
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Tariffs 101: What they are, who pays them, and why they matter now
Tariffs 101: What they are, who pays them, and why they matter now Tariffs are taxes on imports of goods, usually to protect domestic industries from import competition, and are imposed by U.S. Customs and Border Protection. The burden of tariffs often falls on consumers, who may see prices increase as companies pass on the […]
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Farmers – long Trump backers – bear the costs of new tariffs, restricted immigration and slashed renewable energy subsidies
Farmers – long Trump backers – bear the costs of new tariffs, restricted immigration and slashed renewable energy subsidies Farmers who have long supported Donald Trump are facing significant economic challenges due to new tariffs, restricted immigration, and slashed renewable energy subsidies. The revived US-China trade conflict has led to a sharp decline in soybean […]
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Why higher tariffs on Canadian lumber may not be enough to stimulate long-term investments in US forestry
Why higher tariffs on Canadian lumber may not be enough to stimulate long-term investments in US forestry Higher tariffs on Canadian lumber may not be enough to stimulate long-term investments in US forestry due to differences in tree species and quality, as well as limited labor and manufacturing capacity. The US has ample forest resources, […]
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Supreme Court opens with cases on voting rights, tariffs, gender identity and campaign finance to test the limits of a constitutional revolution
Supreme Court opens with cases on voting rights, tariffs, gender identity and campaign finance to test the limits of a constitutional revolution The US Supreme Court’s upcoming term will test the limits of a constitutional revolution, with cases on voting rights, tariffs, gender identity, and campaign finance reflecting deep cultural divisions among Americans. The court’s […]
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For America’s 35M small businesses, tariff uncertainty hits especially hard
For America’s 35M small businesses, tariff uncertainty hits especially hard Small businesses in the US are facing significant challenges due to tariff uncertainty, with over 97% of US companies that import goods being small businesses. The Trump administration’s unpredictable approach to trade policy has created a “whiplash effect” for small businesses, making it difficult for […]
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Why Nintendo didn’t raise the price of the Switch 2 (yet)
Why Nintendo didn’t raise the price of the Switch 2 (yet) Nintendo has avoided raising the price of the Switch 2 despite other hardware increasing in cost. The company made these changes ahead of Trump administration tariffs set to go into effect in August. Nintendo’s strategy appears to be one of largely avoiding risk, rather […]
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Malaysia confronts the realities of MAGA diplomacy and Trump’s brash ambassadorial pick
Malaysia confronts the realities of MAGA diplomacy and Trump’s brash ambassadorial pick Malaysia has expressed strong opposition to Donald Trump’s nomination of right-wing influencer Nick Adams as U.S. ambassador, citing his lack of relevant experience and temperament, as well as his perceived disparaging of Islam and pro-Israel views. The nomination marks a turning point in […]
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Fujifilm is raising camera prices by up to $800
Fujifilm is raising camera prices by up to $800 Fujifilm has raised prices on its cameras and lenses by up to $800, with some models seeing significant increases. The price hikes include a $200 increase for the popular X100VI camera, now priced at $1,799, and a $200 increase for the X-T5 camera, now priced at […]
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