Global Economy Defies Trade War Headwinds, Shows Surprising Resilience
The world economy is exhibiting unexpected signs of resilience despite the escalating U.S. trade war, a sentiment echoed by Canadian Finance Minister François-Philippe Champagne. Speaking from Washington on October 15,…
Ports Push Back on Trump’s Tariffs on Cargo Equipment
The American Association of Port Authorities is criticizing certain aspects of the Trump administration’s plans to curb China’s maritime dominance. In particular, the AAPA took aim at the US Trade…
U.S. Lumber Coalition Applauds President Trump Standing Up for U.S. Workers and U.S. Forestry Through Strong and Effective Trade Law Enforcement
“President Trump’s America First focus on strong and effective trade law enforcement is setting the stage for the U.S. lumber industry to continue its capacity growth, and with it securing…
Employee Retention Index Gains Signal Workers More Inclined to Remain in Their Roles
Q3 2025 marks the third consecutive increase for the Retention Index, indicating stronger workforce stability. The Eagle Hill Consulting Employee Retention Index for Q3 has gained 2.9 points to reach…
EU Considers Forced Tech Transfers for Chinese Investments
The European Union is considering forcing Chinese firms to hand over technology to European companies if they want to operate locally, in an aggressive new push to make the bloc’s…
Made in America: The Outlook for Critical Minerals
There is broad consensus among Western policymakers that China’s near monopoly on critical minerals represents an urgent strategic vulnerability for the United States and its allies. China processes over 90…
Average US Car Prices Top a Record $50,000 on EV Sales Surge
The average price of a new car in America topped $50,000 for the first time last month, driven by a surge in sales of expensive electric vehicles and luxury models….
Trump’s tariff revenue could help keep the government open. Why isn’t that happening?
Last month, the Treasury Department reported tariff revenue of $31.7 billion, bringing total tariff collections so far this year to $190 billion, a 160% increase compared to the same period…
Consumers Plan To Shop — And Celebrate Holidays — Despite Economic Gloom
Even with tariffs, inflation fatigue, and nonstop economic anxiety, Americans are still determined to make this a merry holiday season. ICSC, formerly the International Council of Shopping Centers, forecasts retail…
Europe goes protectionist to save its steel
The European Commission on Tuesday announced plans to nearly halve the amount of duty-free steel imports, to 18.3 million tonnes per year, while sharply increasing levies on foreign steel falling…