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The U.S. Capitol Building in Washington D.C., U.S., February 13, 2026. REUTERS/Annabelle Gordon
Feb 20, 2026

US lawmakers plan Iran war powers vote as Trump weighs strikes

US Congress plans a vote to block President Trump's ability to strike Iran without approval amid military preparations for potential conflict.

A city street stop sign is shown next to the Paramount water tower at the Paramount studio lot in Hollywood, Los Angeles, California, U.S., January 13, 2026. REUTERS/Mike Blake/File Photo
Feb 20, 2026

Paramount’s US antitrust waiting period ends for Warner Bros Discovery bid

Paramount announced the expiration of the US antitrust waiting period for its $108.4 billion bid to acquire Warner Bros Discovery, though DOJ review continues.

People walk past an anti-U.S. billboard in Tehran, Iran, February 19, 2026. Majid Asgaripour/WANA (West Asia News Agency) via REUTERS
Feb 20, 2026

Tehran prepares counterproposal as Trump weighs strikes

Iran's foreign minister expects a nuclear counterproposal soon amid U.S. President Trump's consideration of limited military strikes on Iran.

FILE PHOTO: Tesla logo is seen in this illustration taken July 23, 2025. REUTERS/Dado Ruvic/Illustration/File Photo
Feb 20, 2026

US judge upholds $243 million verdict against Tesla over fatal Autopilot crash

A US federal judge upheld a $243 million verdict against Tesla over a 2019 fatal crash involving Autopilot technology in Florida. Tesla plans to appeal.

U.S. President Donald Trump, flanked by Secretary of Commerce Howard Lutnick, Trade Representative Jamieson Greer and Solicitor General D. John Sauer, speaks during a press briefing at the White House, following the Supreme Court's ruling that Trump had exceeded his authority when he imposed tariffs, in Washington, D.C., U.S., January 20, 2026. REUTERS/Kevin Lamarque
Feb 20, 2026

Trump orders temporary 10% global tariff to replace duties struck down by US Supreme Court

U.S. President Donald Trump orders a 10% global tariff for 150 days under Section 122 of the Trade Act after the Supreme Court struck down his emergency duties.

FILE PHOTO: U.S. President Donald Trump holds a chart next to U.S. Secretary of Commerce Howard Lutnick as Trump delivers remarks on tariffs in the Rose Garden at the White House in Washington, D.C., U.S., April 2, 2025. REUTERS/Carlos Barria//File Photo
Feb 20, 2026

US Supreme Court rejects Trump’s global tariffs

The US Supreme Court struck down President Trump's tariffs imposed under the International Emergency Economic Powers Act, limiting presidential trade authority.

U.S. dollar banknotes are seen in this illustration taken March 10, 2023. REUTERS/Dado Ruvic/Illustration/File Photo
Feb 19, 2026

Dollar advances after data implies stable labor market

The US dollar strengthened following labor data showing a stable market, supporting the Federal Reserve's decision to maintain interest rates near term.

Trump warns Iran of ‘bad things’ if no deal made
Feb 19, 2026

Trump warns Iran of ‘bad things’ if no deal made

President Trump warned Iran of 'really bad things' if no nuclear deal is made within 10 to 15 days amid escalating tensions and U.S. military buildup in the Middle East.

Iranian flag with stock graph and an oil pump jack miniature model are seen in this illustration taken October 9, 2023. REUTERS/Dado Ruvic/Illustration
Feb 19, 2026

Oil prices hit six-month high amid US-IRAN tensions and Middle East military activity

Oil prices rose nearly 2% to six-month highs as US-Iran tensions escalate with increased military activity in the Middle East and geopolitical concerns.

A cargo ship bound for Japan is moored at the Centerm container ship terminal at the Port of Vancouver in Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada August 3, 2025. REUTERS/Chris Helgren
Feb 19, 2026

Canada’s global trade gap narrows; US-bound exports hit new low

Canada's trade deficit narrowed to C$1.31 billion in December 2025, driven by record non-U.S. exports and a decline in U.S.-bound shipments, Statistics Canada reports.

Workers weld at a factory floor in Columbus, Ohio, U.S., March 26, 2024. REUTERS/Carlos Barria
Feb 18, 2026

US manufacturing output rises 0.6% in January, largest gain in 11 months

US manufacturing output rose 0.6% in January 2026, marking the largest gain in 11 months amid tariff and interest rate pressures, the Federal Reserve reports.

JPMorgan Chase logo appears in this illustration taken December 1, 2025. REUTERS/Dado Ruvic/Illustration
Feb 18, 2026

JPMorgan Chase to open 160+ new branches in 30 US states in 2026

JPMorgan Chase plans to open over 160 new branches across 30 US states in 2026, expanding into new markets and hiring 1,100 employees as part of its growth strategy.

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