In an unprecedented escalation of trade tensions, President Donald Trump’s administration has introduced a staggering 145% tariff on imports from China. This drastic measure, as noted by economist Erica York from the Tax Foundation, signals a potential end to significant trade relations with one of America’s largest trading partners. The implications of such a heavy-handed
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The municipal bond market has recently experienced tumultuous fluctuations, culminating in a remarkable $3.3 billion outflow from municipal bond mutual funds—the most significant figure since June 2022. While the municipal bonds managed to rally hard after a rough preceding day, it feels rather deceptive to celebrate a recovery predicated on external factors, like the tariff
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California’s insurance industry is facing perhaps its most daunting challenge yet, as State Farm, the state’s largest homeowner insurer, is attempting to secure a significant rate increase amidst the fallout from the catastrophic Los Angeles wildfires. This appeal for financial relief is not merely about balancing spreadsheets; it is a battleground that could redefine the
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In an economic climate filled with uncertainty, characterized by fluctuating markets and the looming specter of recession, new strategies are emerging that defy conventional investing wisdom. A striking case in point comes from the retail investors who have recently stormed the stock market. Armed with information and unshakeable resolve, these everyday traders are flipping the
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The recent narrow passage of President Donald Trump’s “big beautiful bill” through the House of Representatives is a quintessential example of political theatre veiled as progress. On a razor-thin margin of 216-214, the Republican leadership managed to cajole a few hesitant members into supporting legislation that many believe falls short of genuine fiscal responsibility. While
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In the ever-changing landscape of the automobile industry, Tesla’s once-celebrated status now teeters on the precarious edge of doubt. Wall Street analysts, who have long played the role of optimistic interpreters of the electric vehicle (EV) market, are now conveying a dismal sentiment toward Tesla’s future. Recent downgrades from major financial institutions like Goldman Sachs,
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