Economics

US Stocks in Turmoil as Trade Tensions Grow

In a gripping session, US stocks wavered uncertainly as investors adjusted to a climate thick with economic anxiety and trade disputes. As the trading floor buzzed, the backdrop of escalating tariffs created a mixed bag of reactions across different market sectors. A See-Sawing Session As the day unfolded, the S&

Local Economics Expert Reveals How Tariffs Could Hit Your Wallet

In an insightful discussion on News Channel 5’s morning show, MorningLine, Trevecca’s Associate Economics Professor Joshua Smith dissected the implications of recent tariffs and their potential effects on Tennessee residents. Understanding Tariffs Smith painted a clear picture of tariffs, explaining them as taxes on imported goods that create

Unlocking £250bn Economic Growth: Digital Trade Revolution Amid Trump Tariffs

Amid impending tariffs from the former US President Donald Trump, the UK is primed to seize an unprecedented opportunity for economic growth. The International Chambers of Commerce (ICC) is urging the UK government to digitize trade processes, potentially unlocking a staggering £250bn in economic benefits. A Call for Bold Transformation

Investors Brace as US Futures Wobble Ahead of Strategic Tariff Move

Economic Mood Shifts as ‘Liberation Day’ Approaches The economic atmosphere in the United States is tense as stock futures reflect a decline ahead of the anticipated ‘Liberation Day’. This term symbolizes the momentous day when President Donald Trump plans to enact a formidable 25% tariff on imported cars, in an

S&P 500 Suffers Major Blow Amid Stagnating Market Concerns

In a surprising turn of events, the S&P 500 has nosedived by 2%, marking a dark day in financial market history. The turmoil swooped in just before the end of what is set to be the S&P 500’s most tumultuous quarter since 2022, shaking the financial landscape

Ontario Faces Energy Crossroads Amidst Ongoing US Trade Tensions

In a turbulent global landscape, Ontario finds itself at a pivotal moment of redefining its energy strategy amidst a trade standoff with the United States. As detailed by Environmental Defence Canada, Ontario’s reliance on fracked American gas starkly contrasts with its abundant natural resources. But the winds of change

Wall Street Tumbles: The Perfect Storm of Inflation and Economic Slowdown

Another day, another downturn. As the closing bells tolled on Wall Street, the S&P 500 plunged by a staggering 2%. This dip was part of a broader trend of financial instability that has gripped the market, driven by intensifying fears over mounting inflation and a sluggish economic pace. Could