Despite Pressure From Trump, Powell Remains Patient on Rate Cuts
The Federal Reserve chair said the central bank would make decisions on interest rates based on data.
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Trump’s Big Policy Bill Puts U.S. on Perilous Fiscal Path
Among the most expensive pieces of legislation in years, the Republican legislation could reshape the country’s finances for a generation.
Thought Markets Were Volatile in the First Half? Watch Out.
Stocks have rebounded, but the dollar is in a deep slump. Here’s what could go right (and very wrong) for investors.
As Debt Piles Up, Countries See Fiscal Relief as Political Leverage
With developing nations crushed by unaffordable borrowing and Washington on the sidelines, some leaders are brokering debt forgiveness deals.
BP, Once a Hunter in the Oil Industry, Is Now Prey. What Went Wrong?
The energy giant has been weakened by years of mishaps and poor decisions, leading to rumors of a takeover that may not subside.
Trump’s Threat of More Tariffs Slows Trade Deals
As America’s largest trading partners race toward deals, they are increasingly worried about being hit with future tariffs on their critical industries.
Political Costs of Trump Tax Cuts, Medicaid and ‘Debt Slavery’
As the Senate prepares to vote on a key piece of the president’s domestic agenda, prominent critics, including Elon Musk, are speaking out.
As Trade Deadline Nears, Europe Preps for a Scant Outline of a Deal
President Trump’s administration once promised 90 deals in 90 days. When it comes to the European Union, it may be more of a framework.
E.T.F.s Are Booming. Mutual Funds Want In on the Action.
Asset managers are eagerly awaiting an S.E.C. decision that would allow mutual funds to also trade as E.T.F.s — potentially changing how trillions of dollars are invested.
Trump Signals U.S. Is Nearing Trade Deals but Says Some Countries Will Face Tariffs
President Trump said the United States would send out letters telling other countries “what they have to pay,” even as other officials said negotiations could be extended past a July deadline.
What Business Is Watching in Negotiations Over Big Policy Bill
Senate Republicans are debating changes to the legislation, after a key official rejected some proposals. Time is ticking for hitting President Trump’s deadline.
Uber in Talks With Travis Kalanick to Fund Self-Driving Car Deal
The ride-hailing company is in talks to help Mr. Kalanick, who was forced out in 2017, buy an autonomous vehicles start-up as the robot taxi service Waymo gains momentum.
Investors on Edge About a Potential Shadow Fed Chair
Traders have moved on a report that President Trump is again weighing a shake-up at the central bank that could undermine market confidence.
Some Republicans Join Democrats in Unease Over White House Budget Cuts
President Trump has sought to claw back funds for public broadcasting and foreign aid, sparking a fierce debate over the power of the purse.
OpenAI Is Working on Self-Driving Car Technology
The artificial intelligence company has set many challenging goals. Autonomous vehicle software is now among them — but may pit the company against Tesla.
Why N.Y.C. Business Leaders Fear Mamdani
As voters head to the polls, the democratic socialist candidate appears to be neck-and-neck with Andrew Cuomo. That has many executives worried.
How Yemeni Cafes like Haraz Coffee House Are Building Momentum and Community
For cafes like Haraz Coffee House, riding a wave of interest nationwide in late-night, alcohol-free gathering spaces means embracing the franchise model.
Trump Confronts Potential for High Oil Prices After Iran Strikes
President Trump, aware of how high gas prices could affect his popularity, demanded on social media that the U.S. “KEEP OIL PRICES DOWN.”
The China Wild Card in the Iran Strike Aftermath
Beijing is one of Tehran’s most important economic partners. But experts question how much China will help Iran if it retaliates against the United States.
A.I. Sludge Has Entered the Job Search
Candidates are frustrated. Employers are overwhelmed. The problem? An untenable pile of applications — many of them generated with the help of A.I. tools.