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Consumer confidence is sliding as Americans' view of their financial futures slumps to a 12-year low
U.S. consumer confidence continued its sharp 2025 decline as Americans’ views about their financial futures fell to a 12-year low, driven by rising concerns over tariffs and inflation

Economy
The Fed holds interest rates steady as Trump's trade agenda sparks uncertainty
The Fed held rates steady, but left the door open to cut them later this year if inflation continues to ease. Trump's tariffs, however, could complicate efforts to bring prices under control.

Food
This is why Canada has plenty of eggs — and the U.S. doesn't
While the U.S. grapples with an egg shortage caused by avian flu, eggs remain plentiful and affordable in Canada. There are reasons for that, including that egg farms there tend to be smaller.

Why CEOs are calm about tariffs in public — but 'very discouraged' in private
Business leaders are trying to engage in a delicate diplomacy with the White House — even as their companies brace for the impact of market volatility and tariffs.

As global tariff tensions rise, here's the latest on U.S. trade with top partners
President Trump has upended global markets by imposing tariffs on imports from several of America's top trading partners. Here's what to know.

Economy
How reliable is the government's economic data? Under Trump, there are real concerns
The disbanding of committees that consulted on government data — and comments from a senior official about changing how GDP is calculated — are raising alarm about the reliability of government data.

Federal workforce
Judge orders Trump to reinstate probationary workers let go in mass firings across multiple agencies
A federal judge has ordered the Trump administration to reinstate thousands of probationary workers let go in mass firings across multiple agencies.

Trade
Trump threatens retaliatory 200% tariff on European wine, Champagne
President Donald Trump on Thursday threatened a 200% tariff on European wine, Champagne and spirits if the European Union goes forward with a planned tariff on American whiskey.
Business
Tariff threats could spook investment among Oregon companies
Oregon companies could take a financial hit as trade tensions increase between the U.S. and its North American neighbors. Experts warn the uncertainty around tariffs could stall growth in industries across the state.
Trade
Trump doubles planned tariffs on Canadian steel and aluminum to 50% as trade war intensifies
President Donald Trump says that he will double his planned tariffs on steel and aluminum from 25% to 50% for Canada, escalating a trade war with the United States’ northern neighbor.