Trade war escalated; impact on Wisconsin toy store, other goods
U.S. markets tumbled for a second day in a row on Friday, April 6 after China matched President Trump's tariffs hike. It's all part of an escalating trade war that is extending to Wisconsin.
U.S. markets tumbled for a second day in a row on Friday, April 6 after China matched President Trump's tariffs hike. It's all part of an escalating trade war that is extending to Wisconsin.
Jobs report shows unexpected gains, but unemployment rises again
A strong jobs report for March provided a much-needed boost to financial markets that are reeling in the face of President Trump’s widespread tariffs.
A strong jobs report for March provided a much-needed boost to financial markets that are reeling in the face of President Trump’s widespread tariffs.
Stocks tumble as Trump’s tariffs roil global markets
The Dow, S&P 500 and Nasdaq fell sharply after President Donald Trump slapped tariffs on a host of countries Wednesday, including China, Japan, India and Europe.
The Dow, S&P 500 and Nasdaq fell sharply after President Donald Trump slapped tariffs on a host of countries Wednesday, including China, Japan, India and Europe.
Stellantis plans 900 temporary layoffs in US after Trump tariff announcement: report
Stellantis NV, the company that manufactures Ram trucks and Jeeps, is reportedly temporarily laying off 900 workers at five US facilities and pausing production in Canada and Mexico.
Stellantis NV, the company that manufactures Ram trucks and Jeeps, is reportedly temporarily laying off 900 workers at five US facilities and pausing production in Canada and Mexico.
Trump tariffs target remote, uninhabited islands with no U.S. trade
President Donald Trump’s far-reaching new tariffs are going farther than many expected – far enough to reach remote islands where no one lives.
President Donald Trump’s far-reaching new tariffs are going farther than many expected – far enough to reach remote islands where no one lives.
Should Americans rush to buy a car before the tariffs? Here's what Trump says
President Trump was asked Friday whether Americans should rush to buy cars now before his planned 25% tariffs on imported cars, light trucks and auto parts take effect.
President Trump was asked Friday whether Americans should rush to buy cars now before his planned 25% tariffs on imported cars, light trucks and auto parts take effect.
Inflation remained elevated in February, data shows
Inflation remains a top economic concern for most Americans, even as it has fallen sharply from its 2022 peak.
Inflation remains a top economic concern for most Americans, even as it has fallen sharply from its 2022 peak.
Trump tariffs: Car prices, repair costs expected to go up
President Donald Trump announced new 25% auto import tariffs on Wednesday. Here's what it means for you.
President Donald Trump announced new 25% auto import tariffs on Wednesday. Here's what it means for you.
Average Wall Street bonus is more than most people's salary: See the numbers
Bonuses on Wall Street surged to record highs last year, nearly quadrupling the average annual salary in the U.S.
Bonuses on Wall Street surged to record highs last year, nearly quadrupling the average annual salary in the U.S.
Southwest Airlines layoffs looming at these Southern California airports
Southwest Airlines plans to lay off employees at four airports, including LAX and Burbank in Southern California, starting in June.
Southwest Airlines plans to lay off employees at four airports, including LAX and Burbank in Southern California, starting in June.
Fed keeps interest rates unchanged; what this means for you
As expected, the Federal Reserve will leave interest rates unchanged – for now – as it predicts slower economic growth than it did three months ago.
As expected, the Federal Reserve will leave interest rates unchanged – for now – as it predicts slower economic growth than it did three months ago.
EU tariffs could hurt these states the most, analysis shows
If the European Union’s 27 countries move forward with retaliatory tariffs on the U.S., some states will be impacted far more than others.
If the European Union’s 27 countries move forward with retaliatory tariffs on the U.S., some states will be impacted far more than others.
Trump administration rehiring nearly 25K fired workers after court order, documents show
A federal judge ruled that the impacted workers at six federal government agencies will be rehired after they were fired in February.
A federal judge ruled that the impacted workers at six federal government agencies will be rehired after they were fired in February.
What is stagflation? Why the Fed is facing tough decisions this week
As the Federal Reserve meets this week, officials are facing growing concerns about stagflation—a mix of high inflation and a slowing economy. With interest rate cuts expected, the Fed must navigate uncertainty about rising prices, tariffs, and consumer confidence.
As the Federal Reserve meets this week, officials are facing growing concerns about stagflation—a mix of high inflation and a slowing economy. With interest rate cuts expected, the Fed must navigate uncertainty about rising prices, tariffs, and consumer confidence.
Trump signs government funding bill, avoiding a shutdown
Passage of the government funding bill is seen as a victory for President Trump and congressional Republicans, despite needing votes from Democrats to pass it.
Passage of the government funding bill is seen as a victory for President Trump and congressional Republicans, despite needing votes from Democrats to pass it.
Trump's 25% tariffs on all steel and aluminum imports take effect
President Donald Trump has officially increased tariffs on all steel and aluminum imports to 25%. Canada announced retaliatory tariffs in response. Here's what to know.
President Donald Trump has officially increased tariffs on all steel and aluminum imports to 25%. Canada announced retaliatory tariffs in response. Here's what to know.
CPI February update: Egg prices up another 10% though inflation cools
February's CPI report showed egg prices were once again the most volatile, increasing by an average of 10.4% last month. Here's what else it showed.
February's CPI report showed egg prices were once again the most volatile, increasing by an average of 10.4% last month. Here's what else it showed.
Trump tariffs on Canada; Wisconsin impact, congressmen weigh in
President Trump plans to impose a 25% tariff of Canadian steel and aluminum. Wisconsin congressmen discussed the impact.
President Trump plans to impose a 25% tariff of Canadian steel and aluminum. Wisconsin congressmen discussed the impact.
Late car payments rise to highest level in over 30 years
High car prices and elevated interest rates have strained auto loan borrowers.
High car prices and elevated interest rates have strained auto loan borrowers.
Tariffs update: Ontario raises electricity tax for US, China targets American farm products
China has imposed new tariffs on US farm products, while Ontario is hiking electricity prices for Americans in retaliation for President Trump’s escalating trade war. Here’s what it means for consumers.
China has imposed new tariffs on US farm products, while Ontario is hiking electricity prices for Americans in retaliation for President Trump’s escalating trade war. Here’s what it means for consumers.