Download IPFS South Africa is awaiting a formal response from the United States regarding a proposed bilateral trade agreement as an August 1 deadline approaches. Without a deal in place, South African exports may be subject to a 30% tariff, a move that could significantly impact key industries and jobs[Read More…]

Download IPFS The International Monetary Fund (IMF) has raised its growth outlook for the United States economy, forecasting a 1.9% expansion in 2025, slightly above its earlier estimate. In its latest World Economic Outlook (WEO), released in July, the IMF also adjusted its projections upward for the euro area and[Read More…]

Download IPFS Wright’s Market, a family-owned grocery store operating in Opelika since the 1970s, on the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) for nearly one‑third of its revenue. Owner Jimmy Wright, who has run the store for nearly three decades, emphasized that SNAP is not only vital for his business but[Read More…]

Download IPFS Although Idaho’s statewide unemployment rate stands at 3.6%, economists caution that the figure may not reflect the broader economic picture. A closer look at regional data and trends reveals signs that eastern Idaho’s economy may be flattening or even slipping into decline. Experts from the Idaho Department of[Read More…]

Download IPFS President Donald Trump is achieving significant leverage in reshaping global trade on terms more favorable to the United States. A wave of new trade frameworks with countries including the European Union (EU), Japan, and others marks a decisive shift toward protectionist policies that Trump has championed for decades.[Read More…]

Download IPFS The European Union has reached a trade framework with the United States, imposing a 15% import tariff on most EU goods, while committing to purchase approximately $750 billion in U.S. energy over the next three years. The agreement marks a major shift in transatlantic trade relations, reflecting growing U.S.[Read More…]

Download IPFS President Donald Trump’s bold approach to trade is beginning to yield results, with some early signs that his long-criticized policies may be shaping a new global dynamic. Yet economists warn that while his strategy has seen short-term victories, it may bring long-term uncertainties for the United States economy.[Read More…]

Download IPFS Top-level delegations from the United States and China continued their talks in Stockholm on Tuesday, aiming to ease tensions and prevent another escalation in the ongoing trade dispute. The meetings mark a critical point in negotiations, as both countries face a looming deadline that could trigger renewed tariffs[Read More…]

DOWNLOAD IPFS The US dollar rose following the announcement of a new trade agreement between the United States and the European Union (EU), boosting investor confidence and easing global trade tensions. The agreement, unveiled during high-level talks in Scotland, marked a turning point in transatlantic economic relations and provided stability[Read More…]

DOWNLOAD IPFS Dutch brewing giant Heineken has expressed strong support for the recent trade agreement between the European Union (EU) and the United States, viewing it as a significant step toward reducing trade friction and boosting transatlantic commerce. The brewer’s optimism comes at a time when broader concerns over growing[Read More…]