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Workers transport and organise mounds of coal on a hilltop near an Arch Coal facility in Beckley, West Virginia, U.S., April 11, 2025. REUTERS/Adrees Latif/File Photo
Jun 4, 2026

Trump unveils $700M coal support plan using emergency powers

President Donald Trump uses the Defense Production Act to allocate nearly $700 million for U.S. coal plant upgrades and export terminal construction.

A drone view shows ships and containers at the Port of Santos, in Santos, Brazil April 3, 2025. REUTERS/Amanda Perobelli
Jun 2, 2026

Trump administration proposes 25% tariff to punish Brazil over trade practices

The Trump administration proposes a 25% tariff on many Brazilian imports citing unfair trade practices, excluding key products like beef and coffee.

Shipping containers are stacked on a cargo ship at the port of Oakland in Oakland, California, U.S., February 24, 2026. REUTERS/Carlos Barria
May 29, 2026

Rising exports lower US goods trade deficit in April

The US goods trade deficit narrowed in april as exports rose 4%, offsetting import gains amid ongoing middle east tensions and ai investment.

Incoming Federal Reserve Chair Kevin Warsh stands in the East Room during his swearing-in ceremony, at the White House in Washington, D.C., U.S., May 22, 2026. REUTERS/Jonathan Ernst
May 22, 2026

Warsh takes the Fed’s helm as inflation climbs, consumer sentiment dives

Kevin Warsh was sworn in as Fed chair facing high inflation and debate over interest rate policy amid economic shocks and AI-driven changes.

Interest rates for 30-year mortgages fell in the second half of 2025, prompting more house sales in Virginia. Photo by Adobe Stock
May 20, 2026

US mortgage rates rise to 6.56%, MBA says

The average 30-year fixed-rate mortgage in the U.S. rose to 6.56%, driven by inflation fears and higher oil prices amid geopolitical tensions.

A drone view of a pump jack and drilling rig south of Midland, Texas, U.S. June 11, 2025. REUTERS/Eli Hartman/File Photo
May 20, 2026

Oil prices slump after Trump comments while analysts point to supply crunch

Oil prices dropped over 2% after President Donald Trump's comments on Iran peace talks, while analysts warn of ongoing supply disruptions in the Middle East.

A pump jack operates near a crude oil reserve in the Permian Basin oil field near Midland, Texas, U.S. February 18, 2025. REUTERS/Eli Hartman/File Photo
May 19, 2026

Oil prices fall as Trump pauses Iran attack plans

Oil prices dropped after U.S. President Donald Trump paused planned attacks on Iran to allow for negotiations, easing Middle East conflict concerns.

A view shows oil pump jacks outside Almetyevsk in the Republic of Tatarstan, Russia June 4, 2023. REUTERS/Alexander Manzyuk/File Photo
May 15, 2026

Oil prices up 2% as Trump and Iran’s comments dent peace hopes

Oil prices rose about 2% after comments from U.S. President Donald Trump and Iran's foreign minister reduced hopes for peace around the Strait of Hormuz.

Tomatoes are displayed for sale at the Chino Farm in Rancho Santa Fe, after U.S. producer prices increased more than expected in July amid a surge in the costs of services and goods, in California, U.S., August 15, 2025. REUTERS/Mike Blake
May 13, 2026

US producer prices surprise with largest increase in four years

U.S. producer prices surged 1.4% in April, marking the largest increase in four years amid rising inflation and energy costs linked to geopolitical tensions.

Futures-options traders work on the floor at the New York Stock Exchange's NYSE American (AMEX) in New York City, U.S., May 5, 2026. REUTERS/Brendan McDermid
May 12, 2026

S&P 500, Nasdaq end lower as inflation, Iran tensions weigh

The S&P 500 and Nasdaq closed lower amid hotter inflation data and rising U.S.-Iran conflict tensions, impacting investor sentiment near earnings season end.

Kevin Warsh, U.S. President Donald Trump's nominee to be next chair of the Federal Reserve, attends a Senate Banking Committee confirmation hearing to testify, on Capitol Hill in Washington, D.C., U.S., April 21, 2026. REUTERS/Elizabeth Frantz/File Photo
May 12, 2026

Senate confirms Warsh to Fed Board, with Fed chair vote likely Wednesday

Kevin Warsh confirmed by the U.S. Senate to a 14-year term as Federal Reserve governor, advancing toward Fed chair amid political pressures on the central bank.

U.S. Food and Drug Administration Commissioner Marty Makary speaks during a press conference at the Department of Health and Human Services in Washington, D.C., U.S., November 10, 2025. REUTERS/Elizabeth Frantz/File Photo
May 12, 2026

FDA commissioner Makary is resigning, sources say

FDA commissioner Marty Makary plans to resign amid pressure from Republicans and White House clashes, marking a leadership change at the federal health agency.

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