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Trump hits Brazil with 50% tariffs and sanctions judge in Bolsonaro case

July 27, 2025

Trump announces 50% tariffs, sanctions judge related to Bolsonaro case in Brazil

Kyle C. Garrison

The United States, led by former President Donald Trump, imposed a 50% duty on certain imports from Brazil, while also enacting sanctions against a Brazilian judge associated with a prominent…

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Ontario cancels internet deal with Musk's Starlink as part of U.S. tariff fight

July 27, 2025

Ontario axes Starlink internet contract with Musk because of U.S. tariff fight

Kyle C. Garrison

The province of Ontario has formally terminated its partnership with Starlink, the satellite internet provider run by Elon Musk's SpaceX, in what authorities are calling a necessary reaction to the…

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EU-US tariff deal not finished yet, say Europeans unhappy with Trump's terms

July 27, 2025

Europeans push back on Trump’s terms, leaving EU-US tariff deal unfinished

Kyle C. Garrison

Efforts to finalize a trade agreement between the European Union and the United States are still in progress, with European representatives voicing growing frustration over the terms proposed by the…

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Wall Street edges back from its records as a busy week picks up momentum

July 26, 2025

Wall Street eases from record marks as busy week advances

Kyle C. Garrison

U.S. stocks saw a slight decline after achieving record highs recently, as investors managed a hectic week packed with corporate earnings reports, economic news, and continuing discussions about potential changes…

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Adidas to raise prices as US tariffs costs rise by €200m

July 26, 2025

Adidas announces price hikes as US tariffs add €200m to costs

Kyle C. Garrison

Adidas is preparing to adjust its pricing strategy in response to mounting financial pressure from increased U.S. import tariffs, which are projected to raise the company’s expenses by approximately €200…

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India overtakes China as biggest smartphone exporter to the United States, report says

July 25, 2025

India emerges as biggest smartphone exporter to the US, ahead of China, report shows

Kyle C. Garrison

India has emerged as the top exporter of smartphones to the United States, overtaking China for the first time, according to a new industry report that highlights shifting global trade…

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Auction sales fall 6% in the first half, raising fears of an art market shift

July 24, 2025

Art market faces uncertainty as auction sales decrease 6% in H1

Kyle C. Garrison

Auction revenues declined by around 6% in the first half of the year compared with the same period last year, prompting fresh concerns about the global art market's strength. This…

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July 24, 2025

Grocery Price Trends: A Visual Guide

Kyle C. Garrison

Over the past few years, grocery shopping has transformed from a routine errand into a financial balancing act for many households. Price changes across food categories have caused consumers to…

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Who are the winners and losers in US-EU trade deal?

July 24, 2025

US-EU trade pact: Who are the main winners and losers?

Kyle C. Garrison

The latest trade agreement between the United States and the European Union has sparked renewed debate over global commerce, tariffs, and economic strategy. As both regions seek to reinforce their…

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US-China talks restart as hopes grow for trade war truce extension

July 24, 2025

US-China negotiations proceed as hopes strengthen for trade war truce extension

Kyle C. Garrison

Diplomatic talks between the United States and China have started again, sparking optimism that the two nations might prolong their delicate ceasefire in the current trade conflict. Following years of…

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