Bessent to push residency requirement for regional US Fed bank presidents
The move is another effort by the Trump administration to have more control over the US Federal Reserve.
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Mexico’s footwear industry could benefit from US tariffs. But it’s not
Mexican shoe businesses can export to US tariff-free under USMCA but old policies and corrupt practices hold them back.
US consumer prices rise less than expected before Fed decision
The biggest increases came from the surging price of petrol, according to the report.
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Cameroon presidential election: As Paul Biya set to win, what’s at stake?
Biya, who has ruled for 43 years, is seeking an eighth term despite calls for him to step down.
‘Buckle up’: IMF chief warns of economic uncertainty
IMF’s Kristalina Georgieva says ‘uncertainty is the new normal’ as tariffs weigh on the global economy.
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Is Donald Trump trying to dial back tensions with Brazil?
Trump’s 50 percent tariffs on Brazil have strained ties. But experts say he might be smelling the coffee – literally.
Lack of data on government shutdown blurs US economy insights
Data interruption comes at a particularly uncertain time as policymakers need more data now than less.
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Can Trump save Argentina’s crisis-stricken economy as he hopes?
The US is planning to extend a $20 billion loan to Argentina in support to President Javier Milei.
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As tariffs hit, Americans grapple with rising bills and multiple jobs
Rising rent and grocery bills are making life harder for everyone from teachers to gig workers and small business owners
US Federal Reserve cuts interest rates for the first time since December
The central bank’s widely-expected 0.25% cut comes amid a cooling labour market, which has stalled economic growth.
Malawi counts votes after presidential election amid economic crisis
Incumbent Lazarus Chakwera and and his predecessor Peter Mutharika are seeking to win the high-stakes election.
