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Lutnick Says US Can Hit 6 Percent Growth If Fed Cuts Rates
The commerce secretary predicted U.S. economic growth topping 5 percent in the first quarter, projecting significantly higher GDP if the Fed lowers rates.
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Congress Not Needed to Issue $2,000 Tariff Rebate Checks, Trump Says
President Donald Trump commits to rebate checks and paying down the national debt with tariff revenues.
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US to Impose 10 Percent Tariff on 8 European Countries Opposing Greenland Deal
‘The United States of America is immediately open to negotiation with Denmark and/or any of these Countries that have put so much at risk,’ Trump wrote.
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China’s Trade Surplus Surges to Record $1.2 Trillion—Where Are the Goods Going?
Last year’s trade surplus represents a 20 percent increase from 2024.
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US Import Prices Little Changed Over Past Year
A decline in fuel import costs helped keep prices of foreign goods entering the United States stable.
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Supreme Court Doesn’t Issue Ruling on Trump’s Tariffs, Sets Date for Next Week
The court indicated on its website that it could announce its next round of opinions on Jan. 14.
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Treasury Secretary Bessent Speaks at Economic Club of Minnesota—Key Takeaways
‘Minnesota, unfortunately, is ground zero for what may be one of the most egregious welfare scams in our nation’s history,’ Bessent said.
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Trump Says US Could Increase Tariffs on India Due to Russian Oil Imports
Sen. Lindsey Graham said buying cheap Russian oil keeps Russian President Vladimir Putin’s war machine going.
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US Slashes Proposed Tariffs on Italian Pasta From 92 Percent to Single Digits, Italy Says
Italy said that the U.S. Commerce Department sharply reduced proposed antidumping duties on 13 pasta makers ahead of final U.S. decision in March.
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Trump Delays Tariff Hike on Furniture, Cabinets by 1 Year
The delay postpones a scheduled increase from 25 percent to higher rates on upholstered furniture, kitchen cabinets, and vanities, originally set for Jan. 1.
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Global Economy Prepares for Second Year of Trump’s Trade, Tariff Plans
The Supreme Court, China, and India could headline the president’s trade agenda in 2026, along with the U.S.-Mexico-Canada deal.
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Trump Credits Tariffs for Surprisingly Strong Economic Growth
The gross domestic product (GDP) grew in the third quarter by 4.3 percent, outpacing forecasts, according to a Commerce Department estimate.
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US to Impose China Chip Tariffs in 2027
‘China’s targeting for dominance contributes to lost sales, chronic underinvestment in numerous segments, and a diminished U.S. industry,’ a USTR report stated.
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Hassett Says If He’s Fed Chair, Trump’s Advice Won’t Influence Central Bank’s Policy
‘In the end, the job of the Fed is to be independent and to work with the group of people that are on the Board of Governors.’ Kevin Hassett said.
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US Trade Deficit Unexpectedly Falls to 5-Year Low as Exports Surge
Higher net exports are expected to add to solid fourth-quarter gross domestic product growth.
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Americans Could See up to $2,000 Tax Refunds Next Year, Says Treasury Secretary
Refunds will be coming during the tax year, Scott Bessent said.
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Trump Admin Confirms Backup Plan If Supreme Court Rules Against Tariffs
U.S. Trade Representative Jamieson Greer discussed tariffs during an event hosted by the Atlantic Council on Dec. 10.
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Trump Warns ‘Biggest Threat’ to US Would Be Supreme Court Overruling Tariffs
The Trump administration’s tariff policies are before the Supreme Court.
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Federal Reserve Poised to Cut Interest Rates at Final Meeting of 2025
‘The path to this decision has been one of the more intriguing ones of the year,’ market strategist Jay Woods said.
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Trump Says He Has ‘Other Methods’ to Impose Tariffs If Supreme Court Limits Powers
The president also said that Supreme Court’s striking down his use of emergency economic powers would undermine a core national-security tool.
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Lutnick Says US Can Hit 6 Percent Growth If Fed Cuts Rates
The commerce secretary predicted U.S. economic growth topping 5 percent in the first quarter, projecting significantly higher GDP if the Fed lowers rates.
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Congress Not Needed to Issue $2,000 Tariff Rebate Checks, Trump Says
President Donald Trump commits to rebate checks and paying down the national debt with tariff revenues.
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US to Impose 10 Percent Tariff on 8 European Countries Opposing Greenland Deal
‘The United States of America is immediately open to negotiation with Denmark and/or any of these Countries that have put so much at risk,’ Trump wrote.
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China’s Trade Surplus Surges to Record $1.2 Trillion—Where Are the Goods Going?
Last year’s trade surplus represents a 20 percent increase from 2024.
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US Import Prices Little Changed Over Past Year
A decline in fuel import costs helped keep prices of foreign goods entering the United States stable.
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Supreme Court Doesn’t Issue Ruling on Trump’s Tariffs, Sets Date for Next Week
The court indicated on its website that it could announce its next round of opinions on Jan. 14.
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Treasury Secretary Bessent Speaks at Economic Club of Minnesota—Key Takeaways
‘Minnesota, unfortunately, is ground zero for what may be one of the most egregious welfare scams in our nation’s history,’ Bessent said.
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Trump Says US Could Increase Tariffs on India Due to Russian Oil Imports
Sen. Lindsey Graham said buying cheap Russian oil keeps Russian President Vladimir Putin’s war machine going.
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US Slashes Proposed Tariffs on Italian Pasta From 92 Percent to Single Digits, Italy Says
Italy said that the U.S. Commerce Department sharply reduced proposed antidumping duties on 13 pasta makers ahead of final U.S. decision in March.
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Trump Delays Tariff Hike on Furniture, Cabinets by 1 Year
The delay postpones a scheduled increase from 25 percent to higher rates on upholstered furniture, kitchen cabinets, and vanities, originally set for Jan. 1.
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Global Economy Prepares for Second Year of Trump’s Trade, Tariff Plans
The Supreme Court, China, and India could headline the president’s trade agenda in 2026, along with the U.S.-Mexico-Canada deal.
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Trump Credits Tariffs for Surprisingly Strong Economic Growth
The gross domestic product (GDP) grew in the third quarter by 4.3 percent, outpacing forecasts, according to a Commerce Department estimate.
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US to Impose China Chip Tariffs in 2027
‘China’s targeting for dominance contributes to lost sales, chronic underinvestment in numerous segments, and a diminished U.S. industry,’ a USTR report stated.
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Hassett Says If He’s Fed Chair, Trump’s Advice Won’t Influence Central Bank’s Policy
‘In the end, the job of the Fed is to be independent and to work with the group of people that are on the Board of Governors.’ Kevin Hassett said.
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US Trade Deficit Unexpectedly Falls to 5-Year Low as Exports Surge
Higher net exports are expected to add to solid fourth-quarter gross domestic product growth.
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Americans Could See up to $2,000 Tax Refunds Next Year, Says Treasury Secretary
Refunds will be coming during the tax year, Scott Bessent said.
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Trump Admin Confirms Backup Plan If Supreme Court Rules Against Tariffs
U.S. Trade Representative Jamieson Greer discussed tariffs during an event hosted by the Atlantic Council on Dec. 10.
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Trump Warns ‘Biggest Threat’ to US Would Be Supreme Court Overruling Tariffs
The Trump administration’s tariff policies are before the Supreme Court.
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Federal Reserve Poised to Cut Interest Rates at Final Meeting of 2025
‘The path to this decision has been one of the more intriguing ones of the year,’ market strategist Jay Woods said.
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Trump Says He Has ‘Other Methods’ to Impose Tariffs If Supreme Court Limits Powers
The president also said that Supreme Court’s striking down his use of emergency economic powers would undermine a core national-security tool.
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