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Today: April 04, 2026
Today: April 04, 2026

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How a fiery Scott Bessent calmed market nerves over Greenland

How a fiery Scott Bessent calmed market nerves over Greenland

How a fiery Scott Bessent calmed market nerves over Greenland
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The Latest: Global leaders say world economy shows resilience

Leaders at the World Economic Forum urged countries and businesses to filter out the turmoil from a week of clashes with the Trump administration and focus on boosting growth and fighting inequality

The Latest: Global leaders say world economy shows resilience
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EU Commission indicates it's ready to implement Mercosur trade deal despite parliament vote to delay

The European Union is ready to implement a free trade agreement with the Mercosur group of South American countries on a provisional basis

EU Commission indicates it's ready to implement Mercosur trade deal despite parliament vote to delay
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Trump’s posturing over Greenland has changed the transatlantic alliance forever, European officials say

Trump’s posturing over Greenland has changed the transatlantic alliance forever, European officials say

Trump’s posturing over Greenland has changed the transatlantic alliance forever, European officials say
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Colombia imposes tariffs and halts energy sales to Ecuador as trade feud escalates

Colombia has announced a 30% tax on certain Ecuadorian products and says it will suspend energy sales to Ecuador

Colombia imposes tariffs and halts energy sales to Ecuador as trade feud escalates
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Trump backs down on Greenland and cancels tariff threat after NATO agrees to future Arctic deal

President Donald Trump says he has scrapped the tariffs that he threatened to impose on eight European nations to press for U.S. control over Greenland

Trump backs down on Greenland and cancels tariff threat after NATO agrees to future Arctic deal
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Trump's threats challenge Europe's security and prosperity, EU chief says ahead of summit

President Donald Trump's threats to annex Greenland and impose tariffs continue to raise concerns in Europe

Trump's threats challenge Europe's security and prosperity, EU chief says ahead of summit
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The Latest: Trump meanders through foreign policy ahead of Davos speech to global leaders

President Donald Trump meandered through a list of his administration’s accomplishments while speaking at a White House press briefing Tuesday

The Latest: Trump meanders through foreign policy ahead of Davos speech to global leaders
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Trump set to face a diplomatic intervention on Greenland in Davos

Trump set to face a diplomatic intervention on Greenland in Davos

Trump set to face a diplomatic intervention on Greenland in Davos
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Trump's Greenland threats spark outrage from EU and test longtime NATO alliance

President Donald Trump's push to control Greenland has sparked major tensions with Europe

Trump's Greenland threats spark outrage from EU and test longtime NATO alliance
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Dow tumbles more than 850 points and dollar slides over Greenland and tariff threats

Dow tumbles more than 850 points and dollar slides over Greenland and tariff threats

Dow tumbles more than 850 points and dollar slides over Greenland and tariff threats
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Even some Trump advisers are wary of a military pursuit of Greenland. Is an off-ramp possible?

Even some Trump advisers are wary of a military pursuit of Greenland. Is an off-ramp possible?

Even some Trump advisers are wary of a military pursuit of Greenland. Is an off-ramp possible?
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Trump ties failure to win Nobel Peace Prize to efforts to acquire Greenland in message to Norway

Trump ties failure to win Nobel Peace Prize to efforts to acquire Greenland in message to Norway

Trump ties failure to win Nobel Peace Prize to efforts to acquire Greenland in message to Norway
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As faith in the US fades a year into Trump 2.0, Europe tries to end a reliance on American security

European Union leaders are using strong language like "intimidation" and "blackmail" to describe U.S. President Donald Trump's threat of new tariffs over Greenland

As faith in the US fades a year into Trump 2.0, Europe tries to end a reliance on American security
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Republicans and Democrats are trying to contain Trump's Greenland aggression. Will it be enough?

Republican lawmakers are scrambling to contain President Donald Trump’s threats of taking possession of Greenland

Republicans and Democrats are trying to contain Trump's Greenland aggression. Will it be enough?
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Trump's protectionist trade policies allow China to swoop in

America’s top trading partners are responding to President Donald Trump’s trade policies by trying to take their business elsewhere

Trump's protectionist trade policies allow China to swoop in
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Canada agrees to cut tariff on Chinese EVs in return for lower tariffs on Canadian farm products

Canada has agreed to cut its 100% tariff on Chinese electric cars in return for lower tariffs on Canadian farm products

Canada agrees to cut tariff on Chinese EVs in return for lower tariffs on Canadian farm products
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Taiwan hails its ‘best’ trade deal with US, as China protests

Taiwan’s premier has hailed a new trade deal with the United States as the “best tariff deal” enjoyed by countries with trade surpluses with Washington, while an official in Beijing condemned the accord

Taiwan hails its ‘best’ trade deal with US, as China protests
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Trump imposes 25% tariffs on countries that do business with Iran

President Donald Trump has said that all countries that do business with Iran will face a new 25% tariff. CNN's Paula Hancocks discusses what this could mean for trading partners such as China.

Trump imposes 25% tariffs on countries that do business with Iran
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China urges Canada to break from US influence as Carney visits Beijing

China is hoping President Donald Trump's economic and military actions against other countries will weaken the U.S.-Canada relationship

China urges Canada to break from US influence as Carney visits Beijing
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Budget office expects Federal Reserve to cut rates in 2026

The Congressional Budget Office has released new economic projections, expecting the Federal Reserve to cut short-term rates in 2026

Budget office expects Federal Reserve to cut rates in 2026
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Trump made lots of tariff threats in 2025. Here are some that never materialized

President Donald Trump made a lot of tariff threats and trade promises this year

Trump made lots of tariff threats in 2025. Here are some that never materialized
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More thrifting and fewer returns, the early trends that defined shopping this holiday

The shopping rush leading up to Christmas is over and in its place, like every year, another has begun as millions of people hunt for post-holiday deals and get in line to return gifts that didn’t fit, or didn’t hit quite right

More thrifting and fewer returns, the early trends that defined shopping this holiday
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US drivers are seeing lower gas prices this holiday season

This holiday season, many U.S. drivers are getting the gift of lower gas prices

US drivers are seeing lower gas prices this holiday season
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A look at the experts racing to decode Trump’s tariff rules

In a breathless year of tariffs unleashed by the administration of President Donald Trump, perhaps no one has had to live the reality of every fluctuation of trade policy than customs brokers

A look at the experts racing to decode Trump’s tariff rules
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Canada and the US to launch formal talks to review their free trade agreement in mid-January

Canada and the U.S. will start formal discussions on their free trade agreement in mid-January

Canada and the US to launch formal talks to review their free trade agreement in mid-January
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The Latest: Trump administration moves to cut off transgender care for children

The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services has unveiled a series of regulatory actions designed to effectively ban gender-affirming care for minors

The Latest: Trump administration moves to cut off transgender care for children
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Trump's new $1,776 ‘Warrior Dividend’ to troops is coming from Pentagon funding, not tariffs

The “Warrior Dividend” that President Donald Trump announced Wednesday is not a Christmas bonus made possible by tariff revenues, as the president appeared to suggest during his televised address to the nation

Trump's new $1,776 ‘Warrior Dividend’ to troops is coming from Pentagon funding, not tariffs
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Trump gives a partisan prime-time address insisting the economy is stronger than many voters feel

President Donald Trump says he is sending a $1,776 bonus check to U.S. troops for Christmas

Trump gives a partisan prime-time address insisting the economy is stronger than many voters feel
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Trump promised a blue-collar jobs boom. The opposite is happening

Trump promised a blue-collar jobs boom. The opposite is happening

Trump promised a blue-collar jobs boom. The opposite is happening
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China puts anti-dumping tariff of up to 19.8% on imports of pork from the EU

China says it will begin imposing anti-dumping duties of up to 19.8% on imports of pork products from the European Union, after a review that could have resulted in tariffs of up to 62.4%

China puts anti-dumping tariff of up to 19.8% on imports of pork from the EU
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US tariffs are having an uneven effect on holiday prices and purchases

Many U.S. consumers say they’ve noticed higher than usual prices for holiday gifts in recent months, according to a a December poll from The Associated Press-NORC Center for Public Affairs Research

US tariffs are having an uneven effect on holiday prices and purchases
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Tariffs 101: What they are, who pays them, and why they matter now

Tariffs are taxes on imports, but the costs don’t stay at the border.

Tariffs 101: What they are, who pays them, and why they matter now
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The Latest: Senate rejects legislation to extend Affordable Care Act tax credits

The Senate has rejected two partisan health bills on expiring Affordable Care Act subsidies, essentially guaranteeing that millions of Americans will see a steep rise in costs at the beginning of the year

The Latest: Senate rejects legislation to extend Affordable Care Act tax credits
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Tariffs have cost U.S. households $1,200 each since Trump returned to the White House, Democrats say

Sweeping taxes on imports have cost the average American household nearly $1,200 since Donald Trump returned to the White House this year, according to calculations by Democrats on Congress’ Joint Economic Committee

Tariffs have cost U.S. households $1,200 each since Trump returned to the White House, Democrats say
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FACT FOCUS: Trump blames Biden for the agricultural trade deficit. It's not that simple

As President Donald Trump announced a $12 billion farm aid package this week to help U.S. farmers hurt by tariffs, he placed responsibility for the U.S. agricultural trade deficit on former President Joe Biden

FACT FOCUS: Trump blames Biden for the agricultural trade deficit. It's not that simple
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Mexican president says Mexico will send more water to US but not immediately

Mexican President Claudia Sheinbaum says her country plans to send more water to the U.S., but not immediately

Mexican president says Mexico will send more water to US but not immediately
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U.S. job openings barely budged in October, coming in just below 7.7 million

U.S. job openings barely budged in October, coming in at 7.7 million amid uncertainty over the direction of the American economy

U.S. job openings barely budged in October, coming in just below 7.7 million
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Trump meets Mexican President Sheinbaum in person for the first time at World Cup draw

President Donald Trump has finally met with Mexican President Claudia Sheinbaum

Trump meets Mexican President Sheinbaum in person for the first time at World Cup draw
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Tariffs catch up to resurgent Build-A-Bear, overshadowing financial performance

A strong quarter at Build-A-Bear Workshop in a bounce back year for the retailer was overshadowed by the growing weight of tariffs in an ongoing trade war waged by President Donald Trump

Tariffs catch up to resurgent Build-A-Bear, overshadowing financial performance
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US import prices unexpectedly flat in September

U.S. import prices were unexpectedly unchanged in September as high costs for consumer goods, excluding motor vehicles, were offset by cheaper energy products.

US import prices unexpectedly flat in September
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Brazil's Lula and Trump discuss trade, sanctions in phone call

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Brazil's Lula and Trump discuss trade, sanctions in phone call
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Bumpier December

By Mike Dolan Dec 2 - What matters in U.S. and global markets today By Mike Dolan, Editor-At-Large, Finance and Markets Last month showed that 'buy the dip' stock market behavior is alive and well,

Bumpier December
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US Thanksgiving online sales expected to rise 6%, Salesforce data shows

Online sales in the U.S. on the Thanksgiving holiday are expected to rise 6% compared with last year to reach $8.6 billion, data from Salesforce showed on Thursday, suggesting shoppers were

US Thanksgiving online sales expected to rise 6%, Salesforce data shows
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Canada's prime minister and Alberta's premier sign pipeline deal that could reverse oil tanker ban

Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney and the premier of Canada’s oil rich province of Alberta have agreed to work toward building a pipeline to the Pacific Coast to diversify the country’s oil exports beyond the United States, in a move that has caused turmoil in Carney’s inner circle

Canada's prime minister and Alberta's premier sign pipeline deal that could reverse oil tanker ban
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Trump says he may cut income tax 'completely' because of tariff income

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Trump says he may cut income tax 'completely' because of tariff income
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India posts fastest growth in six quarters, cushions against trade strains

India's economy grew at its fastest pace in 18 months in the July-September period, lifted by robust consumer spending and front-loading of

India posts fastest growth in six quarters, cushions against trade strains
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From Wall Street to academia, who is in Trump's line of fire?

U.S. President Donald Trump has sustained his criticism and actions against executives, corporations and institutions, months after taking office.

From Wall Street to academia, who is in Trump's line of fire?
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Tractor maker Deere flags higher 2026 tariff hit, weak profit

Deere & Co on Wednesday flagged a bigger hit from tariffs in 2026 and forecast its annual profit below estimates on the back of weaker margins on large

Tractor maker Deere flags higher 2026 tariff hit, weak profit
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Trump team wants Taiwan to train US chip plant workers, sources say

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Trump team wants Taiwan to train US chip plant workers, sources say
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Best Buy ups sales outlook heading into holiday shopping ramp-up

Best Buy is raising its profit and sales expectations ahead of the holiday shopping season after a strong third quarter

Best Buy ups sales outlook heading into holiday shopping ramp-up
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Best Buy raises annual forecasts as shoppers snap up holiday deals

Electronics retailer Best Buy raised its annual sales and profit forecasts on Tuesday, banking on strong holiday demand as shoppers seize steep discounts to upgrade their

Best Buy raises annual forecasts as shoppers snap up holiday deals
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The dirty secret of America’s holiday shopping season

The dirty secret of America’s holiday shopping season

The dirty secret of America’s holiday shopping season
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Companies tone down price hike talk as tariff fog clears

Fewer global companies signaled price hikes in the third quarter, pointing to a change in tack as U.S. trade deals facilitate clearer

Companies tone down price hike talk as tariff fog clears
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No recession risk for US economy as a whole after $11 billion shutdown hit, Bessent says

Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent on Sunday said the 43-day government shutdown caused an $11 billion permanent hit to the U.S. economy, but he

No recession risk for US economy as a whole after $11 billion shutdown hit, Bessent says
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Canada says it will resume US trade talks 'when appropriate'

Canada will resume trade discussions with the United States "when it's appropriate," Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney said on Sunday, noting he did not have a pressing issue

Canada says it will resume US trade talks 'when appropriate'
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Trump faces same reality as Biden: Americans despise higher prices

President Donald Trump campaigned on a pledge to lower consumer prices that skyrocketed during Joe Biden's term, but he is now facing the

Trump faces same reality as Biden: Americans despise higher prices
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Global coffee prices plunge after Trump removes tariffs on Brazil

Global coffee prices plunged on Friday after U.S.

Global coffee prices plunge after Trump removes tariffs on Brazil
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Fed's Collins leans against December rate cut in CNBC interview

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Fed's Collins leans against December rate cut in CNBC interview
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Bath & Body Works forecasts sales dip as holiday demand wanes; shares plunge

Bath & Body Works forecast a surprise sales decline for the crucial holiday quarter on Thursday, signalling weak appetite for scented candles and fragrances among cash-

Bath & Body Works forecasts sales dip as holiday demand wanes; shares plunge
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Bootmaker Dr Martens' shares fall as US tariffs weigh on profit

British boot brand Dr Martens warned on Thursday its full-year results would be hit by U.S. import tariffs, sending its shares down as much as 11% despite assurances that it would absorb

Bootmaker Dr Martens' shares fall as US tariffs weigh on profit
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What to expect in Thursday’s jobs report

What to expect in Thursday’s jobs report

What to expect in Thursday’s jobs report
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Sharp disagreements over economy threaten Federal Reserve interest rate cut

What was once seen as a near-certain cut in interest rates next month now looks more like a coin flip as Federal Reserve officials sharply disagree over the economy’s health and whether stubborn inflation or weak hiring represent a bigger threat

Sharp disagreements over economy threaten Federal Reserve interest rate cut
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Home Depot forecasts steeper drop in annual profit as Americans delay big projects

Home Depot forecast a bigger drop in full-year profit after missing Wall Street estimates for quarterly earnings on Tuesday, as tariff-driven economic uncertainty dampened

Home Depot forecasts steeper drop in annual profit as Americans delay big projects
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‘Everyone is hunkering down.’ The affordability crisis is rattling mom-and-pop shops

‘Everyone is hunkering down.’ The affordability crisis is rattling mom-and-pop shops

‘Everyone is hunkering down.’ The affordability crisis is rattling mom-and-pop shops
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Target and Starbucks are both looking for a turnaround. They’re teaming up on an exclusive new drink

Target and Starbucks are both looking for a turnaround. They’re teaming up on an exclusive new drink

Target and Starbucks are both looking for a turnaround. They’re teaming up on an exclusive new drink
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U.S. promises tariff cuts for coffee, banana imports

The Trump administration is promising to lower tariffs on the import of coffee beans after prices shot up by 15% between January and September. CNN's Matt Egan looks at the numbers.

U.S. promises tariff cuts for coffee, banana imports
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Trump, like Biden before him, finds there's no quick fix on inflation

President Donald Trump’s problems with fixing the high cost of living might be giving voters a feeling of déjà vu

Trump, like Biden before him, finds there's no quick fix on inflation
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Trump scraps tariffs on beef, coffee and tropical fruit in a push to lower grocery store prices

President Donald Trump has announced the removal of U.S. tariffs on beef, coffee, tropical fruits and other commodities

Trump scraps tariffs on beef, coffee and tropical fruit in a push to lower grocery store prices
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Switzerland wins US tariff rate cut to 15%, pledges $200 billion in US investments

The United States and Switzerland announced a framework trade agreement on Friday that includes Washington slashing its tariffs on imported Swiss products to 15% from

Switzerland wins US tariff rate cut to 15%, pledges $200 billion in US investments
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Switzerland to boost US investment as deal struck to lower US tariffs on Swiss goods to 15%

Switzerland has announced plans to invest $200 billion in the United States through 2028 as it finalized a hard-wrought deal to slash U.S. tariffs on Swiss goods

Switzerland to boost US investment as deal struck to lower US tariffs on Swiss goods to 15%
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US trade chief says Trump now ready to issue tariff exemptions on some food products

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US trade chief says Trump now ready to issue tariff exemptions on some food products
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Cartier-owner Richemont beats quarterly sales forecast as sales jump 14%

Cartier-owner Richemont reported better-than-expected quarterly sales on Friday, as the Geneva-based luxury group awaited the outcome of tariff negotiations between Switzerland and

Cartier-owner Richemont beats quarterly sales forecast as sales jump 14%
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US, South Korea release details of trade deal

Here are some of the details released on Friday by the U.S. and South Korea on a trade deal. The two countries released a joint fact sheet on the summit meeting last month between U.S.

US, South Korea release details of trade deal