Trump’s China Deal Frees Up Shipping. Will Goods Pour Into the U.S.?

The temporary lowering of tariffs may compel some U.S. businesses to order goods that they had held off buying after President Trump raised them to 145 percent.

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Fed Official Still Bracing for Economic Slowdown Despite China Tariff Pause

Austan D. Goolsbee, president of the Chicago Fed, said there was still a risk of higher consumer prices and slower growth amid elevated uncertainty about the White House’s trade policy.

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Tariff Truce With China Demonstrates the Limits of Trump’s Aggression

President Trump’s triple-digit tariffs on Chinese products disrupted global trade — but haven’t appeared to result in major concessions from Beijing.

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What’s the Cost to Society of Pollution? Trump Says Zero.

The Trump administration has directed agencies to stop estimating the economic impact of climate change when developing policies and regulations.

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‘Don’t Need a Deal.’ Top Trump Economic Adviser Is All in on His China Hardball

In a wide-ranging interview, Stephen Miran, the president of the chair of President Trump’s Council of Economic Advisers, said “volatility doesn’t necessarily mean anything greater for the long term.”

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Worried About the Economy Amid Trump’s Tariffs? Building an Emergency Fund Can Help.

One bit of advice: Putting aside $2,000 to cover surprise expenses, like a car or home repair, can help you avoid credit cards. Experts have more tips on saving.

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US and China Meet for First Time Since Trump Imposed Tariffs

The outcome of the trade negotiations could determine the trajectory of the global economy.

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This Is the Trade Conflict Xi Jinping Has Been Waiting For

For years, the leader of China has planned to make the world dependent on its exports and know-how. But the strategy has costs for his own country.

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U.S. Starts Investigation Into Imported Planes and Parts

The Trump administration could use the investigation to impose new tariffs on imported planes, jet engines and other aerospace parts.

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Fed Officials Stick to Cautious Message on Rate Cuts Despite Pressure From Trump

Jerome H. Powell, chair of the Federal Reserve, has made clear that pre-emptive interest rate cuts are not appropriate for the moment.

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