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Trump wants to add nearly $7 trillion to the $39 trillion national debt with his new military budget, watchdog warns

Trump’s proposal would be “by far the largest year-over-year increase in defense spending in the post-WWII era,” the CRFB said.

By Nick LichtenbergApril 2, 2026
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Paul Krugman smacks down Trump speech with argument that $4 gas is ‘less than half’ of the Hormuz hit. Here’s what he’s talking about
By Jake AngeloApril 2, 2026
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Latest crypto hack sees thieves make off with $280 million from Solana DeFi platform Drift
By Carlos GarciaApril 2, 2026
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The Iran war is effectively ‘a tax’ on U.S. households that could accelerate the economy’s widening K shape, Moody’s says
By Tristan BoveApril 2, 2026
Workers on the production line of solar panels in China
After renewable power’s record-smashing 2025, the Iran war could accelerate the shift as countries seek ‘structurally more resilient’ energy, UN says
By Tristan BoveApril 2, 2026
Traders signal offers in the S&P options trading pit at the Cboe Global Markets exchange on March 31, 2026 in Chicago, Illinois.
Markets rally hard on Iran’s promise to play nice in Hormuz as its leaders pocket billions from the disruption
By Eva RoytburgApril 2, 2026
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SuccessThe world’s wealthiest families adopt these 7 key habits for success, according to JPMorgan
By Preston ForeApril 3, 2026
What it takes to retire comfortably in America: Nearly $1.5 million, Northwestern Mutual says
Personal FinanceWhat it takes to retire comfortably in America: Nearly $1.5 million, Northwestern Mutual says
By Sydney LakeApril 3, 2026
Cyprus and Ireland top list of best places to retire—as boomers are forced to ‘unretire’, the only real solution is to move abroad
SuccessCyprus and Ireland top list of best places to retire—as boomers are forced to ‘unretire’, the only real solution is to move abroad
By Orianna Rosa RoyleApril 3, 2026
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Personal FinanceMortgage rates today, April 3, 2026
By Glen Luke FlanaganApril 3, 2026
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Personal FinanceCurrent refi mortgage rates report for April 3, 2026
By Glen Luke FlanaganApril 3, 2026
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Personal FinanceCurrent ARM mortgage rates report for April 3, 2026
By Glen Luke FlanaganApril 3, 2026
Ed Bastion, wearing a suit and glasses, speak and points with one finger to his left.
C-SuiteHow Delta CEO Ed Bastian built a massive partnership with American Express that now generates over 10% of the airline’s revenue
By Sasha RogelbergApril 3, 2026
The Walmart billionaires next door: Quiet backlash is brewing against the heirs who remade the retailer’s hometown
MagazineThe Walmart billionaires next door: Quiet backlash is brewing against the heirs who remade the retailer’s hometown
By Jessica MathewsApril 3, 2026
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Jerome Powell, chairman of the US Federal Reserve
EconomyMarkets got what they wanted from Powell with a Fed rate cut and they’re still not happy
By Eleanor PringleSeptember 18, 2025
  • China’s economy continues to stumble as industry output, retail sales disappoint
    EconomyChina’s economy continues to stumble as industry output, retail sales disappoint
    By AFPSeptember 15, 2025
Federal Reserve Chairman Jerome Powell takes questions at a news conference on September 17, 2025, in Washington DC, United States.
EconomyJerome Powell on signs of an AI bubble and an economy leaning too hard on the rich: ‘Unusually large amounts of economic activity’
By Eva RoytburgSeptember 17, 2025
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EconomyJerome Powell says the Gen Z hiring nightmare is real: ‘Kids coming out of college…are having a hard time finding jobs’
By Nick LichtenbergSeptember 17, 2025
Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell frowns at the camera.
EconomyPowell isn’t being subtle about Trump, immigration and the employment disaster: ‘The supply of workers has obviously come way down’
By Eva RoytburgSeptember 17, 2025
The average American homeowner lost $9,200 in home equity during the last year. It’s not a collapse but a ‘long-term market correction’
Real EstateThe average American homeowner lost $9,200 in home equity during the last year. It’s not a collapse but a ‘long-term market correction’
By Sydney LakeSeptember 17, 2025
Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell in a dark suit at a podium.
BankingMarkets expected the rate cut, but the ‘real surprise’ is the Fed’s opinion on the current state of the economy, quant CEO says
By Amanda GerutSeptember 17, 2025
  • The Federal Reserve is about to have an extremely awkward meeting
    EconomyThe Federal Reserve is about to have an extremely awkward meeting
    By Jason MaSeptember 14, 2025
Jerome Powell
EconomyJerome Powell warns there’s ‘no risk-free path’ to avoid stagflation: ‘We have a situation where we have two-sided risk’
By Nick LichtenbergSeptember 17, 2025
n this March 5, 2012, file photo, consumer credit cards are posed in North Andover, Mass.
Personal FinanceDon’t hold your breath waiting for a lower mortgage rate or auto loan after the Fed cut, analyst says: ‘Unlikely to make a noticeable difference’
By The Associated PressSeptember 17, 2025
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EconomyJapan’s exports to U.S. fall for fifth-straight month, plummeting 13.8% in August
By Yuri Kageyama and The Associated PressSeptember 17, 2025
Federal Reserve Chairman Jerome Powell answers questions from reporters following the regular Federal Open Market Committee meetings at the Fed on July 30, 2025 in Washington, DC.
EconomyThe Fed blinks: First rate cut since December comes as hiring falters and Trump rages
By Eva RoytburgSeptember 17, 2025
Nvidia shares drop, China tech surges as Beijing tries to push homegrown AI chips
AINvidia shares drop, China tech surges as Beijing tries to push homegrown AI chips
By Nicholas GordonSeptember 17, 2025
  • Just days before the Fed meeting, Trump continues push to oust Lisa Cook despite new evidence that undermines his claims
    BankingJust days before the Fed meeting, Trump continues push to oust Lisa Cook despite new evidence that undermines his claims
    By Alan Suderman and The Associated PressSeptember 14, 2025
Brian Niccol sits on a chair onstage in front of a blue and purple background.
EconomyStarbucks CEO says the coffee chain won’t lose its cash-strapped consumers because it’s on its way to being a ‘world-class customer service’ company
By Sasha RogelbergSeptember 17, 2025
Elon Musk
EconomyTop analyst says Elon Musk’s DOGE layoffs marked the ‘end of the rolling recession’ that began 3 years ago. The worst should be over
By Nick LichtenbergSeptember 17, 2025
Photo: MORRISTOWN, NEW JERSEY - SEPTEMBER 14: U.S. President Donald Trump walks to Air Force One at Morristown Airport on September 14, 2025 in Morristown, New Jersey. Trump is returning to Washington, DC after a trip to New York and his golf club in Bedminster, New Jersey. (Photo by Kevin Dietsch/Getty Images)
EconomyTrump’s attacks on the Fed are hurting the dollar and driving up the price of gold
By Jim EdwardsSeptember 17, 2025
Apple CEO Tim Cook holds up a new iPhone 17 Pro during an Apple special event at Apple headquarters on September 09, 2025 in Cupertino, California.
EconomyTim Cook says Apple’s $600 billion factory build out will create a ‘domino effect.’ But the tech giant still isn’t building iPhones in America
By Nino PaoliSeptember 17, 2025
People walk in a shopping district along 5th Avenue in Manhattan on July 14, 2025, in New York City.
EconomyThe economy is reliant on the ‘fortunes of the well-to-do’ says Moody’s—if the ultra-rich get nervy that means recession
By Eleanor PringleSeptember 17, 2025
President Donald Trump (L) and Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell
EconomyTrump is pushing for a ‘big cut’ from the Fed today—but he’s already on a losing streak
By Eleanor PringleSeptember 17, 2025
A young woman is sitting on the sofa at home with her head in her hands.
Personal Finance1 in 3 Americans have no emergency savings—while boomers’ $2,000 cushion dwarfs Gen Z’s $400, survey finds
By Muskaan ArshadSeptember 17, 2025
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AIAI has added $160 billion to ‘true GDP’ since 2022, Goldman Sachs says. There’s just one problem: That’s not official
By Nick LichtenbergSeptember 17, 2025
Gold
InvestingBofA sees gold hitting $4,000 per ounce in the second quarter of 2026. Here’s why the bank sees more room to run after recent record highs
By Nick LichtenbergSeptember 16, 2025
Shoppers
Economy‘We might be in a K-shaped recovery, but consumer spending is booming’: Healthy retail sales stave off recession fears
By Anne D'Innocenzio, Nick Lichtenberg and The Associated PressSeptember 16, 2025
Matcha
North AmericaSenior tea buyer sees ‘enormous’ price increase coming: ‘It’s going to be a bit of a tough ride for matcha devotees’
By Dee-Ann Durbin and The Associated PressSeptember 16, 2025
Ford Europe
EuropeFord to cut up to 1,000 jobs in Germany on dropping electric demand
By The Associated PressSeptember 16, 2025
Photo: WASHINGTON, DC - SEPTEMBER 04: Stephen Miran, currently the Chairman of the Council of Economic Advisors, is sworn in prior to testifying before the Senate Banking, Housing and Urban Affairs Committee September 4, 2025 in Washington, DC. Miran has been nominated by U.S. President Donald Trump to be a member of the Board of Governors of the Federal Reserve System. (Photo by Win McNamee/Getty Images)
Economy‘Peak Goldilocks’: The markets have bought the Fed rumors—watch for them to sell on the news
By Jim EdwardsSeptember 16, 2025
Appeals court rejects Trump’s bid to oust Lisa Cook from the Fed ahead of crucial interest rate decision
PoliticsAppeals court rejects Trump’s bid to oust Lisa Cook from the Fed ahead of crucial interest rate decision
By Christopher Rugaber and The Associated PressSeptember 15, 2025
Traders on Wall Street
InvestingStocks rise towards more records, helped by Elon Musk’s purchase of $1 billion worth of Tesla shares
By Stan Choe and The Associated PressSeptember 15, 2025
Arguments
EconomyTop analyst who once feared ‘the end of capitalism’ rips French and British boomers for sabotaging Gen Z futures
By Nick LichtenbergSeptember 15, 2025
President Donald Trump's pick to fill a Fed vacancy, Stephen Miran, is surrounded by cameras as he does an interview in front of the white house.
EconomyFor the first time since 2019, the Fed could split both ways on a rate decision
By Christopher Rugaber and The Associated PressSeptember 15, 2025
Jerome Powell, chairman of the US Federal Reserve
EconomyThis week’s Fed meeting is likely to be the most divisive in three decades, says Deutsche Bank
By Eleanor PringleSeptember 15, 2025
Australia’s financial regulator slaps a $160 million fine on ANZ, its largest ever on a single entity
EconomyAustralia’s financial regulator slaps a $160 million fine on ANZ, its largest ever on a single entity
By AFPSeptember 15, 2025
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