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Hormuz Reopens But The Economic Damage Remains

The reopening of the Strait of Hormuz may ease the most immediate fear in global energy markets, but it does not erase the damage already done. After seven weeks of disruption, higher oil and fuel costs have already worked their way into
April 17, 2026
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Trump says U.S. economy is already strong under his leadership

President highlights growth, inflation drop and investment President Donald Trump praised the state of the U.S. economy during an interview released Sunday, saying the country has already reached a strong economic footing under his leadership. “I’d say we’re there now,” Trump told
February 10, 2026
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ADP Report Shows Weak U.S. Hiring to Start 2026

The U.S. labor market showed little momentum in January, with private sector hiring falling short of even modest expectations. New data from ADP points to a continuation of the low hiring trend that characterized much of 2025, reinforcing concerns about economic softness
February 4, 2026
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European industries brace for Trump’s tariff threat

Greenland dispute triggers new trade tensions U.S. President Donald Trump has threatened to impose a new wave of tariffs on several European allies, escalating trade tensions tied to his push for greater U.S. control over Greenland, a self-governing territory of Denmark. Trump
January 26, 2026
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EU Parliament blocks vote on US trade deal amid Trump threats

Turnberry agreement put on hold indefinitely Members of the European Parliament on Wednesday blocked a planned vote to approve a US-European trade deal, effectively freezing progress on the agreement as tensions with Washington escalate. Lawmakers cited growing concerns over sovereignty and territorial
January 21, 2026
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US Inflation Shows Signs of Stalling in December

Progress toward lowering inflation in the United States showed signs of slowing in December, as price pressures remained elevated across key household spending categories. While overall inflation held steady, higher costs for necessities such as food, utilities, and clothing continued to weigh
January 13, 2026
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Why 2026 Economic Forecasts Deserve Skepticism

A long history of bad timing Economic forecasting has a troubled track record. One of the most cited examples dates back to 1929, when a respected Yale economist confidently declared that stock prices had reached a permanently high level, just weeks before
January 8, 2026
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Trump Signals US Push to Rebuild Venezuela’s Oil Industry

US plans major role in reviving the world’s largest oil reserves President Donald Trump said the United States will take control of Venezuela’s vast oil reserves and invite American energy companies to invest billions of dollars to restore the country’s severely damaged
January 5, 2026