Consumer Prices Rose in January, Before Iran War Added Price Pressures

Economic growth at the end of 2025 was revised downward and consumer prices rose at the start of 2026. Read more
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How the Iran War Threatens the Global Food, Energy and Other Supplies

Beyond its effects on oil and gas, the unfolding war in the Middle East is roiling shipping and airfreight, threatening the availability of a vast range of goods. Read more
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Trump Targets Forced Labor in Global Tariff Scheme

The Trump administration began a trade investigation Thursday into whether dozens of countries have policies to combat forced labor. Read more
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