India and U.K. Strike Trade Deal Amid Global Tariff Upheaval

The two countries signed a deal three years after negotiations began to strengthen alliances in what the British prime minister called a “new era” of trade.

The Stakes for OpenAI’s Plan B

The giant artificial intelligence start-up dialed back its corporate reorganization plan, but big questions remain about its future.

Trump’s Return to Power Elevates Ever Fringier Conspiracy Theories

At every level of government, authority figures are embracing once-extreme ideas, including that the Earth is flat or that the state controls the weather.

DoorDash Plans to Buy Deliveroo and SevenRooms

The multibillion-dollar acquisitions would give DoorDash an expanded global presence.

Tariffs Could Wreck What Bangladesh’s Garment Workers Have Gained

In Bangladesh, the factories that make clothing for export had remade themselves and raised national incomes along the way. They never bargained for a trade war.

UPS and FedEx Once Handled a Deluge of Packages From China. That’s Changing.

President Trump has ended a tariff loophole that generated lots of business for delivery companies shipping inexpensive goods from China to the U.S.

Swiss Bank Pays $510 Million Fine for Helping Clients Evade Taxes

The fallen banking giant Credit Suisse, now a part of UBS, admitted to hiding billions of dollars from the I.R.S.

Ford Says Tariffs Will Cost Company $1.5 Billion in 2025

Ford Motor also reported a sharp drop in profits in the first three months of the year.

Pulitzer Prizes: 2025 Winners List

Here is the full list of winners and finalists.

The New York Times Wins 4 Pulitzer Prizes

The New Yorker won three Pulitzers, and ProPublica was given the public service award for its coverage of the deadly consequences of state abortion bans across the country.

Buy American? No Thanks, Europe Says, as Tariff Backlash Grows.

A shifting perception of the United States amid President Trump’s trade war is prompting Europeans to pivot decisively away from U.S. goods and services.

What Buffett’s Exit Means

Tens of thousands were on hand to see the billionaire announce his plans to retire. Their attention is already focusing on what is next for the conglomerate he built.

The Emotional Moment When Warren Buffett Announced His Departure

At the annual meeting of Berkshire Hathaway, known as “Woodstock for capitalists,” many wept at the departure of a singular figure in the business world.

Economic Concerns Are Mounting, but the Fed Isn’t Cutting Rates Proactively

The U.S. central bank is set to reinforce its wait-and-see approach at its meeting this week as President Trump’s tariffs begin to bite.

Vulnerable Iowa Farmers Now Face Perils of Trump’s Trade War

With high costs and low prices for their crops, soybean and corn farmers were already nervous as they planned for planting season this year. Tariffs aren’t helping.

Is This Late-Night TV’s Last Gasp?

The talk shows are one of the few TV genres that haven’t made the leap to streaming. Their future may instead look a lot like a podcast studio.

China’s Garment Factories Face a Tipping Point After New Tariffs

As a U.S. tax loophole ends, the apparel makers that sell to America are forced to consider alternative markets or cheaper locations in and outside China.

Oil Prices Fall as OPEC Increases Supply Despite Fears of an Economic Slowdown

U.S. oil prices fell to $57 a barrel after the OPEC Plus cartel said this weekend that it would pump more oil.

Trump Says He Will Put 100% Tariff on Movies Made Outside U.S.

Declaring foreign film production a national security threat, the president said he had asked his top trade official to start the process of imposing a tax on Hollywood.

Highlights of Warren Buffett’s Life

Mr. Buffett, 94, was crowned the “Oracle of Omaha” because of smart investments he made as the chief executive of Berkshire Hathaway. He also made some mistakes.

How Warren Buffett Changed the Way Investors Think of Investing

The idea of “value investing” had long existed. But no one did it as successfully or for as long as he did.

Who Is Gregory Abel, Warren Buffett’s Successor?

Mr. Buffett won renown and made billions as one of the most successful stock pickers of all time. Mr. Abel’s strengths lie more in running businesses.

My Boss Wants to Sleep on My Couch Every Week

Boundaries, boundaries and more boundaries. Plus: boundaries.

Would the Housing Crisis Ease if Boomers Rented Out Their Empty Rooms?

Millions of single-family homes are underused, on spacious lots. Refitting them for “roommate houses” or backyard cottages could make a difference.

‘People Who Are Salaried Are Crying’: Taxes on Workers Add to Debt Misery

Increased payroll taxes are one element of a desperate bid in Kenya to keep the government running and pay off the country’s foreign creditors.

Vietnam’s Factory Workers Are Living in Fear of Trump’s Tariffs

The threat of 46 percent levies, among the highest for any country, is rattling Vietnam’s factory managers and workers, as well as thousands of exporters.

Voters Approve Incorporation of SpaceX Hub as Starbase, Texas

A South Texas community, mostly made up of SpaceX employees, voted 212 to 6 in favor of establishing a new city called Starbase.

Warren Buffett Says He Plans to Step Down as Head of Berkshire

Mr. Buffett said at the annual shareholders’ meeting that he wanted to turn over the reins to Greg Abel at the end of the year. Earlier, he criticized Trump’s trade policies.

Why OPEC Plus Is Increasing Oil Supplies Despite Falling Prices

The group agreed to raise output in June, a sign that Saudi Arabia and its allies appear to be weary of cutting output and may be trying to appease President Trump, who has pushed for lower prices.

They Help Companies Set Prices. Tariffs Are Making It Trickier.

Pricing strategists are navigating the possibility that input costs, the economy and consumer behavior may all shift drastically.

What Your Estate Plan May Be Missing

Although a will is crucial to making sure your assets go where you want them when you die, you are likely to need something else, too: designated beneficiaries.

Trump’s Tariff on Cheap Chinese Imports Will Cost Big Tech Billions

For Meta, Alphabet and other platforms, the elimination of the tariff exemption for inexpensive goods is already cutting into advertising revenue.

Car Prices Expected to Rise as Tariffs on Parts Kick In

Tariffs on imported parts will have a broad impact because all vehicles use components made abroad.

Stocks Erase Losses From April Tariff Chaos

Wall Street has recovered from April’s sharp sell-off, buoyed by hope for trade talks. But the economic fallout from President Trump’s policies still has investors on edge.

NPR and PBS Vow to Fight Trump’s Order to Cut Funding

NPR called the order, which could upend public media, “an affront to the First Amendment.”

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Solid Jobs Report Reinforces Fed’s Patient Approach to Interest Rate Cuts

The central bank is bracing for President Trump’s tariffs to dent growth while stoking inflation, keeping interest rate cuts at bay for now.

Don’t Count the Dollar Out Just Yet

As President Trump’s tariffs rock the world, German bonds and the euro are benefiting. But U.S. strength endures, our columnist says.

Apple Dodged a Tariff Hit. It Expects Its Luck to Run Out.

The iPhone maker warned that it may take a $900 million hit from President Trump’s levies, showing that even powerful companies aren’t immune from the trade war.

TikTok Fined $600 Million for Sending European User Data to China

Irish investigators said TikTok did not protect the data of users in the European Union, improperly transferring some of it to China. TikTok said it would appeal.

Hospitality hiring could slow as foreign tourists skip the U.S., for now.

Exxon and Chevron Report Lower Profits While Girding for Tariffs

President Trump’s trade policies have helped to push down oil prices while raising the costs of materials for oil and gas companies.

President Trump remains bullish, even as the economy flashes warning signs.

After weeks of volatile trading, Friday’s report could set the tone on Wall Street.

U.S. Hiring Stayed Strong in April, the Early Days of Tariff Policy

The picture of a steady job market, even if backward looking, reassured investors worried about a trade-induced economic slowdown.

Chatting in Movie Theaters Is a No-No. But What About Chatbots?

Blumhouse, the horror movie studio, has teamed up with Meta on a chatbot that encourages people to use their phones while watching a movie.

Trump Ends Chinese Tariff Loophole, Raising the Cost of Online Goods

Supporters say the change is important to stop cheap Chinese goods from entering the U.S. But the decision could drive up prices for goods Americans buy online.

How a U.S. Tax Loophole Supercharged China’s Exports

E-commerce trade in small parcels brought Chinese factories to American shoppers. Tariffs are severing the connection.

U.S. Payoff for Ukraine Minerals Deal Faces Many Hurdles

The agreement could provide a windfall to the U.S., but the resources will be expensive to extract, and any progress is unlikely while the war rages.

Amazon Says Operating Profits May Decline Amid Economic Uncertainty

The company reported overall mixed results, sending share prices down in after-hours trading.

The World Still Speaks in U.S. Dollars

Confidence in the world’s reserve currency is in doubt, leaving an opening for alternatives like the euro. But it won’t be easy.

SharkNinja Recalls 1.8 Million Pressure Cookers After Burn Reports

The company is recalling Ninja Foodi OP300 series pressure cookers that were sold between January 2019 and March 2025 after more than 100 reported burn injuries, officials said.

Colleges Know How Much You’re Willing to Pay. Here’s How.

Schools turn to little-known consultants, owned by private equity firms, to find applicants and calculate scholarships. Here’s how that affects the price you pay.

G.M. Says Tariffs Will Cost It Up to $5 Billion

General Motors now expects to earn a lot less than it did before President Trump imposed 25 percent tariffs on imported cars and auto parts.

A Tidal Wave of Change Is Headed for the U.S. Economy

American consumers are not yet seeing much evidence of the drastic changes President Trump has made on trade. But they are on their way.

Microsoft Drops Law Firm That Made a Deal With Trump From a Case

The tech giant instead engaged a firm that is fighting the president’s executive orders, Jenner & Block, in a sign that those firms can still attract clients.

Tesla Chair Denies That Board Sought to Replace Elon Musk

Robyn Denholm, who leads Tesla’s board, said on social media that board members were “highly confident” in Mr. Musk, the company’s chief executive.

How Much Time Will Musk Devote to Tesla?

The carmaker denied a report that its board had explored finding a successor to Elon Musk. But even if he sticks around, he and the company face big challenges.

Rory McIlroy Dives Deeper Into Private Equity

The golf star is teaming up with the investment firm TPG on a new sports-related fund.

In an Uncertain Economy, McDonald’s Sees Sales Decline

The burger giant, a much-watched barometer for consumer sentiment, reported lower consumer spending in the first quarter.

As a Shipping Loophole Closes, Small Online Sellers Scramble

Independent vendors who sell on sites like Etsy and eBay are trying to blunt the pain from tariffs on low-cost Chinese-made goods.

Jeju Air Disaster Prompts a Reckoning Over Runway Safety

After a plane overshot a runway in South Korea, killing 179 people, a Times analysis found that global standards that help minimize fatalities are inconsistently followed.

Trump’s ‘Unprecedented’ Tariffs Lead Japan to Slash Its Growth Forecast

The Bank of Japan predicted growth of just 0.5 percent, cutting its previous forecast in half, and decided against another hike in interest rates.

European Automakers Scrap Forecasts Amid Tariff Uncertainty

Faced with tariffs introduced by President Trump on cars, steel and aluminum, Europe’s carmakers are pessimistic about the future.

Under Trump, Stocks Have the Worst Start to a Presidential Term Since 1974

During the first 100 days of the Trump administration, shock waves from the chaotic tariff rollout continue to send tremors through the global financial system.

U.S. Economy Shrank in First Quarter, in Reading Clouded by Messy Trade Data

Underlying economic growth remained solid in early 2025, but tariffs and uncertainty are expected to cause a further slowdown.

C.E.O.s Face a New Trump Conundrum, Over Prices

Companies are weighing whether they should be transparent about tariffs’ effect on prices, or — as Amazon learned on Tuesday — risk drawing the president’s ire.

Vietnam Used to Be a Safe Haven for Trade. Now It Might Not Be.

On the 50th anniversary of the end of the Vietnam War, U.S. companies that have come to rely on Vietnam’s factories, like Apple and Nike, are in a bind because of Trump’s tariffs.

Gates Foundation Is Rattled by Trump’s Threat to Its Mission

As the Trump administration dismantles foreign aid, Bill Gates, whose philanthropy is devoted to global health, is trying to talk to anyone with the president’s ear.

Trump’s Cuts to Science Funding Could Hurt U.S. Economy, Study Shows

Reducing federal support for research and development could cause long-run economic damage and reduce government revenue.

Chinese Factories Slow in Early Sign of Trade War’s Toll

A slowdown in commerce between the United States and China caused by escalating tariffs was evident in a report Wednesday on manufacturing activity in April.

Starbucks Profit Drops, but Leaders Say Turnaround Is Working

Profit fell 50 percent in the quarter, and the company said one reason was its hiring of additional workers to help its turnaround strategy.

Paramount Board Clears Possible Path for Settling Trump’s ‘60 Minutes’ Lawsuit

Paramount’s interest in settling has dismayed CBS’s news division. The executive producer of “60 Minutes” abruptly resigned last week.

West Coast Ports Brace for China Tariffs to Dent Import Volume Within Days

Large importers, including retailers and manufacturers, paused imports from China this month amid an escalating trade war. Ports are now poised to feel the fallout.

Penske Shakes Up Leadership of South by Southwest

The festival’s longtime president is leaving the festival, as are about 10 others. Its owner, Penske Media, told staff members about the changes on Friday.

New Data Provide a Pre-Tariff Snapshot of a Stable but Slowing Labor Market

But the effects of the levies, which have created uncertainty for businesses, have not yet been fully felt.

How Spain’s Success in Renewable Energy May Have Left It Vulnerable

The Iberian Peninsula’s widespread blackout raises questions about the resilience of the electric power infrastructure in the two countries — and to an extent, the rest of Europe.

What to Know as a Loophole That Let Shoppers Buy Cheap Chinese Goods Closes

Starting Friday, goods from China worth up to $800 will be subject to tariffs and more paperwork under new Trump administration rules.

Corporation for Public Broadcasting Sues White House to Block Board Firings

The media organization said the White House emailed three of the company’s five directors on Monday, telling them that their positions had been terminated.

Retailers Fear Toy Shortages at Christmas as Tariffs Freeze Supply Chain

Toy makers and stores are freezing holiday orders, predicting shortages and higher prices. Some are consulting bankruptcy lawyers, fearing their firms won’t survive.

How Trump May Unintentionally Cut Carbon Emissions

Despite his administration’s lack of concern about climate change, a recession would give the atmosphere a break. At least in the short term.

U.S. Gas Industry Pushes Back on Trump Shipbuilding Rules

The main oil and gas trade group wants the Trump administration to reconsider maritime rules released in April that would require it to use some U.S. ships to transport liquefied natural gas.

UPS Says It Will Cut 20,000 Jobs in Efficiency Drive

The move comes as President Trump’s tariffs are reducing shipping volumes and is in addition to 12,000 job cuts last year.

Adidas Warns Sneakers Will Cost More in the U.S. as Trump’s Tariffs Take Effect

The chief of the German sportswear giant said unpredictability surrounding the tariffs prevented the company from issuing a full-year forecast, but he predicted a price increase for American consumers.

Trump’s 100-Day Report Card

Market chaos and economic uncertainty has been a feature of the president’s first few months back in office. DealBook breaks down the milestones, and what to expect next.

Venture Firm Thrive Bets on Buying Firms That Can Benefit From A.I.

The investor is raising money to start and build companies infused with artificial intelligence, then use them to buy more.

G.M. Withdraws Profit Forecast as Trump Tariffs Take a Toll

General Motors also said its profit in the first three months of the year fell 7 percent from a year earlier.

Student Debt Collections Just Restarted. Here’s What to Know.

More than five million borrowers are in default, and millions of others are projected to be on the precipice.

Trump’s ‘Buoyant’ Trade Warrior Flexes His Power Over Global Business

Howard Lutnick, the secretary of commerce, has become a go-to for major companies seeking relief from tariffs. But he’s not always friendly to their interests.

Why Trump’s Economic Disruption Will Be Hard to Reverse

The president’s turnover of the economic order has unleashed changes that could prove lasting, because other countries will adjust.

Canada Votes, With an Eye on Trump’s Trade Policies

The two leading candidates, Pierre Poilievre and Mark Carney, both plan to fight the U.S., its largest trading partner, over tariffs. But who would be more successful as relations grow icy?

Spotify Has Paid More Than $100 Million to Podcasters to Take On Competitors

The audio platform has branched out to video and has given its podcasters a raise as the war for creator talent heats up.

Sweetgreen’s C.E.O. on Robots, ‘MAHA’ and Why Salads Are So Expensive

Jonathan Neman set out to make fast food healthier, co-founding the salad chain in Washington. Now, what goes in our food is political.

Apartments for Rent in a Former Office, but You Have to Live in Midtown

The developer behind transforming Pfizer’s former headquarters in Midtown Manhattan into about 1,600 apartments is hoping young people won’t care about the area’s lack of a neighborhood.

The Dollar’s Weakness Creates an Opportunity for the Euro. Can It Last?

European officials see the concern over the “safe haven” reputation of U.S. financial assets as a chance to attract investors.

‘60 Minutes’ Chastises Its Corporate Parent in Unusual On-Air Rebuke

The show’s top producer abruptly said last week he was quitting. “Paramount began to supervise our content in new ways,” the correspondent Scott Pelley told viewers.

New Details Emerge on Trump Officials’ Sprint to Gut Consumer Bureau Staff

Emails and testimonials from workers at the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau document the administration’s efforts to lay off 90 percent of the employees.

Trump’s Tariffs Squeeze an Already Struggling British Car Industry

The 25 percent levies threaten automakers that are navigating Brexit, a shift to electric vehicles and other obstacles.

Missteps, Equipment Problems and a Common but Risky Practice Led to a Fatal Crash

New details revealed by The Times show that the failures on Jan. 29 before an Army helicopter crashed into a jet near Reagan National Airport were far more complex than previously known.

Tariffs Are Bad for E.V.s, but Some Models May Have a Leg Up

Electric vehicles will get even more expensive, but prices for Teslas and some other models may not rise as much as prices for some conventional cars.

They’re on the Varsity Influencer Team

A new effort at the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill is aimed at turning its student-athletes into well-remunerated social media stars. Other schools are following suit.

How Colleges Are Turning Athletes Into Influencers

The University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill is known for its sports programs, but now it has something else to offer its athletes: an opportunity to become an influencer. Sapna Maheshwari, a business reporter who covers social media for The New York Times, returned to her alma mater to learn more.

Washington’s Besieged Journalists Raise a Cocktail Glass, Darkly

The annual weekend celebrating America’s free press went forward, even as the Trump administration chips away at press freedoms.

How Francis Wooed Donors

Efforts to fix the Vatican’s broken finances helped restore confidence among big givers. But the work isn’t finished.

Dollar Doubts Dominate Gathering of Global Economic Leaders

Participants at the I.M.F and World Bank meetings this week reckoned with the prospect that the U.S. safe haven could lose its luster.

Want to Escape the Financial News? Don’t Try a Hobby.

As tariffs threaten the cost of synth knobs, wine corks, specialty butters and trading card sleeves, the stuff that makes American life fun may become out of reach.

Harvard’s Endowment Is $53.2 Billion. What Should It Be For?

The Trump administration’s war on elite universities has forced them to consider whether it’s ever worth dipping into the trust.

‘Things Have Ground to a Halt’: Tariff Uncertainty Paralyzes Businesses

The Times heard from hundreds of American companies, most of them small businesses, that face a reckoning because of President Trump’s steep import taxes.

Bracing for a Slow-Moving, Self-Inflicted Economic Storm

The markets face a baffling prospect: continual disruptions from the White House with potentially severe consequences.

China Is Weighing Tariff Exemptions on Some U.S. Imports

An American business group said Chinese officials had surveyed companies about American products that are crucial to their supply chains.

Too Big to Tariff?

Washington and Beijing increasingly look likely to de-escalate their trade war. But the economic damage and ongoing uncertainty may persist for a while.

No More Food Dye in Froot Loops? Not So Fast.

Companies make packaged food without synthetic dyes in other countries. But despite pressure from Robert F. Kennedy Jr., the change isn’t likely to happen quickly in the United States.

As Recession Fears Rise, ‘No Buy’ Takes On New Urgency

The uncertainty surrounding President Trump’s tariffs has invigorated an underconsumption movement that took off early this year on TikTok and other platforms.

Stocks Post a Weekly Gain, Carried by Hope for Easing Trade Tensions

The S&P 500 rose 4.6 percent this week, with Wall Street grasping for scraps of information about tariffs and other crucial issues that can shift daily.

Publisher of PCMag and Mashable Sues OpenAI

Ziff Davis, which owns more than 45 media properties, is accusing the tech company of infringing on the publisher’s copyrights and diluting its trademarks.

A Sign That Consumers Are Anxious: They’re Cutting Back on Snacks

PepsiCo’s earnings call pointed to anxious consumers as to why sales had slowed, echoing comments by Chipotle and Procter & Gamble.

U.S. Urges Japan and South Korea to Commit to $44 Billion Alaska Gas Project

A group advising President Trump on energy policy is seeking meetings with Japan and South Korea’s trade ministries, with the hope of announcing progress in early June.

Has Trump’s Tariff Fight Passed Its Peak?

Many investors and business leaders increasingly believe President Trump will dial back his trade battles. Not everyone is willing to commit to that bet.

Trump’s Tariffs Expected to Grind Germany’s Growth to a Halt

The German government scaled back its prediction for 2025 to zero economic growth, citing the turbulence caused by U.S. tariffs, as well as stubborn bureaucracy and high energy prices.

Stocks Extend Gains as Investors Weigh Fed Rates and Tariff Talk

After an early wobble, markets resumed rising after Chinese officials contradicted suggestions from President Trump and others about tariff negotiations.

For China’s Trolls, ‘Chairman Trump’ and ‘Eyeliner Man’ Are Easy Targets

Online mockery of President Trump is fodder for the Communist Party’s propagandists. For liberal-minded Chinese, it is a creative expression of shock at his policies.

Chinese Factory Videos Find a New Audience: American Consumers

Videos on social media sites like TikTok, urging Americans to buy directly from factories in China, have been viewed by millions. The New York Times spoke to a worker at a Chinese jewelry factory who made some of the viral videos.

C.E.O. Steps Down at Discord, the Social Chat App

Jason Citron was a co-founder of the company, which is said to be working toward an initial public offering at some point this year.

Trump Takes On Improbable Task in Seeking Trade Deals Across the Globe

The president’s threats of tariffs have brought countries like Japan, South Korea and India rushing to negotiate, but they have sown chaos with bigger trading partners like China.

Arthur Fleischer Jr., Prominent Lawyer in Corporate Takeovers, Dies at 92

He was a top deal maker in the world of mergers and acquisitions, during the 1980s takeover boom and beyond. He also had a keen interest in art.

‘Conclave’ Streaming Numbers Jump After Pope Francis’ Death

Experts said that the 2024 film accurately portrayed the papal selection process.

Britain Says It Will Not Alter Standards or Rush U.S. Trade Deal

The British government is hoping to reach an agreement with the United States to soften the economic blow British businesses are facing from higher tariffs.

The Dispatch Buys SCOTUSblog, a Supreme Court Mainstay

The Dispatch, a right-of-center political news and commentary start-up, plans to keep the legal news website available at no cost. Terms of the deal were not disclosed.

Karen Durbin, 80, Dies; ‘Fearless’ Feminist Who Edited The Village Voice

A fierce advocate of sexual liberation, she pushed the alternative weekly to cover women’s issues, as well as gay rights and avant-garde culture.

U.S. Calls for Sweeping Reforms to I.M.F. and World Bank

Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent argued in a speech that the multilateral economic institutions have veered away from their missions.

Investors Prefer the ‘Nice’ Trump, but Want Results

Global markets are rebounding as the president softened his protectionist rhetoric and his criticism of the central bank. But investors want to see results on trade.

Boeing Reports Smaller Loss but Trade War Threats Loom

The plane maker, which has been trying to recover from a quality crisis, could lose orders in China as a result of President Trump’s tariffs.

Elon Musk Warns Rare Earth Magnet Shortage May Delay Tesla’s Robots

China’s halt this month on exports of magnets containing heavy rare earth metals has affected Tesla’s plans to manufacture Optimus robots.

Columbia Journalism Review Faces the Kind of Crisis It Usually Covers

The publication is now trying to find a successful business model without its top editor, who was abruptly fired last week.

They Criticized Musk on X. Then Their Reach Collapsed.

Three users who disagreed with the site’s owner saw views for their posts plummet.

China Has an Army of Robots on Its Side in the Tariff War

Enormous investments in factory equipment and artificial intelligence are giving China an edge in car manufacturing and other industries.

Trump’s Trade War With China Puts Japan in a Tight Spot

Japan had long maintained deep economic ties with both China and the United States. Recent trade tensions may challenge that approach.

Stocks Rally, Swayed by White House Comments on Fed, Tariffs and Trade

Remarks by President Trump and his Treasury secretary fueled a rebound in markets, highlighting how Wall Street is influenced by news about the White House’s policy intentions.

Palin Loses Libel Retrial Against New York Times

After two hours of deliberation, a jury rejected Sarah Palin’s claim that a 2017 editorial defamed her.

Trump Media Enters Deal With Crypto Trading Platform

The agreement will allow the president’s social media company to market investment products, including crypto, to retail investors through a series of exchange-traded funds.

As Harvard Is Hailed a Hero, Some Donors Still Want It to Strike a Deal

Harvard frantically tried to avoid a showdown with the Trump administration. Now many of its big donors are pushing the university’s leaders to back down and renew talks with the White House.

‘60 Minutes’ Chief Resigns in Emotional Meeting: ‘The Company Is Done With Me’

The news program has faced mounting pressure from both President Trump and its corporate ownership at Paramount, the parent company of CBS News.

Boeing Will Sell Its Digital Businesses for $10 Billion

The deal, with the private equity firm Thoma Bravo, will help the struggling aerospace manufacturer pay down debt and streamline its operations.

Elon Musk Vows to Spend Less Time in Washington as Tesla’s Profit Drops 71%

The carmaker reported the sharp decline in quarterly earnings after its brand suffered because of its chief executive’s role in the Trump administration.

How Trump’s Fed Fight May Undermine His Trade Negotiations

A flight from U.S. assets, including the dollar, could worsen if the president continues his attacks on the Federal Reserve, analysts warn.

Chobani, Seeing Rising Demand, Plans Giant Factory in New York

The company, which has branched out from Greek-style yogurt, will invest more than $1 billion in the plant in the city of Rome.

Education Department Will Resume Collections on Student Loan Debt

In an announcement this week, the department warned that millions of borrowers could be referred to debt collectors and see deductions from their paychecks.

Angst Builds Inside Federal Agency Over Trump’s Moves Against Law Firms

The Trump administration has deployed the Equal Employment Opportunity Commission in its effort to seek retribution against corporate law firms.

Suicides and Rape at a Prized Mental Health Center

Timberline Knolls, a mental health center owned by Acadia Healthcare, skimped on staff. Then came a series of tragedies.

Stocks Rebound as Wall Street Latches Onto Hope for Tariff Easing

Major U.S. stock indexes rallied and the dollar stabilized, as investors welcomed comments from the White House on tariff negotiations.

In New Trial, Palin Says New York Times Editorial Damaged Her Reputation

Closing arguments in the libel case are expected on Tuesday, after which the nine jurors will begin deliberations.

Oscars OK the Use of A.I., With Caveats

The Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences said using the technology wouldn’t disqualify a movie. But it also said that it favored films with more human involvement.

Video Shows Passengers Evacuating Delta Plane on Slides After Engine Fire

Flames erupted around the plane on the tarmac at Orlando International Airport on Monday. There were no reported injuries after passengers fled by emergency slides.

The Legacy of Pope Francis’ Business Diplomacy

As pontiff, Francis sought to build bridges with global corporate leaders, who sought audiences with him — but also to remind them about the need to look out for the poor.

Major Advances in E.V. Batteries Are Announced by Chinese Company

CATL, the world’s largest maker of batteries for electric vehicles, described breakthroughs that could make E.V.s more competitive with gasoline-powered cars.

Millions of Student Loan Borrowers Are Behind on Payments

They’re seeing their credit scores drop, which will make it more difficult to buy a car or rent a home. And that has implications for the already slowing economy.

Markets Slide as Trump Renews Attacks on Fed Chair

President Trump’s pressure on the Federal Reserve, on top of the uncertainty about his tariff policy, continued to jar investors as stocks, bonds, oil and the U.S. dollar all tumbled.

With Only Bad Options, Businesses Scramble for a Tariff Chaos Playbook

President Trump’s trade war is forcing companies to cut costs, raise prices, shrink profits, discontinue products and find other suppliers.

‘Sinners’ Is a Box Office Success (With a Big Asterisk)

Ryan Coogler’s original horror film was expected to sell a strong $46 million in tickets over the weekend, enough for No. 1. But its profitability remains a long way off.

Inside a Union’s Fight Against Trump’s Federal Job Cuts

Leaders of the union representing government workers say their battle is galvanizing but also alarming. “It’s insulting to say,” one said, “that we are lazy.”

China Is Finding Ways to Replace American Farmers

China has long relied on the U.S. for soybeans. But with new steep tariffs, it is likely to look even more to Brazil and Argentina.

The Trade Adviser Who Hates Trade

Once sidelined, President Trump’s counselor Peter Navarro has returned to Washington and quickly upended the global trading system.

At World Expo, Japan Recalls a Faded Dynamism

The event is stirring memories of an exhibition in 1970, when the postwar Japanese economy was taking off and “you could have dreams about the future.”

More Than 400,000 Wireless Phone Chargers Recalled Over Fire Hazard

Casely, a company in Brooklyn, received 51 reports of lithium-ion batteries overheating, expanding or catching fire, resulting in six minor burn injuries.

Mike Wood, Whose LeapFrog Toys Taught a Generation, Dies at 72

His LeapPad tablets, which helped children read, found their way into tens of millions of homes beginning in 1999.

So, Why’d You Leave That Job?

Sometimes you just have to be OK with being vague. Plus, what to do when a co-worker has a challenging personality.

Carmakers Highlight American Roots in Bid to Influence Trump

Wary of directly criticizing the president’s trade policies, automakers are emphasizing how much they have already invested in U.S. manufacturing.

Gen Z Re-evaluates Its Budgets as a Global Trade War Rages

Some young adults with disposable incomes for the first time in their lives are trying to make sense of how tariffs are affecting how they should save and spend.

Why Big Law Firms Aren’t Standing Together Against Trump’s Assault

The arms race for talent seems to have made collective action, within and between firms, nearly impossible.

For L.A. Residents Whose Homes Burned, Aging Complicates What Comes Next

Losing your home in a disaster when you’re at or near retirement age can derail your finances and jeopardize the funds you were counting on.

Trump Officials Blame Mistake for Setting Off Confrontation With Harvard

An official on the administration’s antisemitism task force told the university that a letter of demands had been sent without authorization.

U.S. Adds Fees for Chinese Ships in Effort to Boost Shipbuilding

The new fees are aimed at countering China’s dominance of the shipbuilding industry, but critics say they will simply raise prices for American consumers.

Don Mischer, Master of Live Television, Is Dead at 85

He produced and directed major events like the Oscars, Emmys and Tonys, as well as Super Bowl halftime shows and Olympic opening ceremonies.

Columbia Journalism Review Fires Its Editor

Sewell Chan, who started as executive editor of the publication in September, said his firing after several staff complaints was “baffling.”

Merger of Capital One and Discover, Two Credit Card Giants, Wins Approval

Two regulators signed off on the $35 billion deal, which the banks say will create a competitor to Visa and Mastercard. But consumer advocates warn that the deal may raise costs.

Why the Bond Market Holds Sway Over Trump

The bond market has emerged as one of the few brakes on the White House as it pursues its agenda on trade, taxes, personnel and more.

Risk of Financial Panic Tempers Trump on Firing Powell

President Trump again attacked the chair of the Federal Reserve this week, but advisers say the president has turned more cautious on policies that could stoke extreme financial volatility again.

Are Easter Baskets Getting Out of Hand?

Social media feeds are awash in images of lavish baskets overflowing with expensive gifts. Some parents are giving their children bikes. Others are pushing back.

U.S. Gas Exports to China Stopped After Beijing Imposed Tariffs

The United States accounted for only 3 percent of China’s natural gas imports last year. Those purchases could now dry up entirely in the trade war.

China-Built Airport in Nepal Was Littered With Corruption, Inquiry Finds

A Nepali investigation blamed lawmakers and officials for looking the other way. The $216 million airport receives only one international flight a week.

It’s Gotten Riskier to Be a Long-Term Investor

President Trump’s policies have shaken the markets. Protect yourself first, and, only then, take advantage of investment bargains, our columnist says.

Is This the End of Impulse Shopping?

The chief executive of QVC Group, David Rawlinson II, on tariffs, TikTok, and other threats to the company’s future.

Elaine Wynn, Billionaire Arts Patron Who Helped Modernize Las Vegas, Dies at 82

She and Steve Wynn were known as the king and queen of Las Vegas. After their divorce, Ms. Wynn became a force in her own right.

Former Times Editor Testifies in Defamation Suit Filed by Sarah Palin

James Bennet, the former New York Times Opinion editor, took responsibility for an error in an editorial at the center of the case.

Netflix Boasts That It’s Stable, Even in a Tough Economy

The streaming giant brought in $10.5 billion in revenue in the first three months of the year. For the first time, it didn’t disclose its quarterly subscriber figures.

France’s Richest Man Counted Trump as a Friend. He Still Faces Tariffs.

The trade war has hurt the Louis Vuitton Moët Hennessy luxury empire. Bernard Arnault, head of the company, said a failure to strike a deal with President Trump would be “the fault of Brussels.”

Trade War to Weaken Global Growth and Increase Inflation, I.M.F. Warns

Kristalina Georgieva, the managing director of the International Monetary Fund, warned in a speech that protectionism erodes productivity.

European Central Bank Cuts Rates Amid ‘Exceptional’ Tariff Uncertainty

Policymakers lowered rates a quarter point and said that the region’s growth outlook had “deteriorated” because of rising trade tensions.

Trump Lashes Out at Fed Chair for Not Cutting Rates

Jerome Powell has said that the Federal Reserve can be patient as the effects of tariffs become more clear. President Trump, pushing for interest rate cuts, said, “Powell’s termination cannot come fast enough!”

Powell Faces Pressure From the Markets and Trump Over Rates

The Fed chair signaled the central bank will stand pat on borrowing costs despite President Trump’s trade fight. Investors and the president aren’t happy.

Nvidia C.E.O. Meets With Chinese Trade Officials in Beijing

The day before the visit by Jensen Huang, lawmakers in Washington said they were investigating whether the chipmaker’s sales in China violated U.S. rules.

Can China Fight Deflation and Trump’s Tariffs at the Same Time?

China is facing a double whammy: corrosive deflation and tariffs that threaten to block trade. Chinese workers will be the biggest casualties.

Can a Decaying Hospital With a Grim History Be Brought Back to Life?

The former Hospital for the Negro Insane of Maryland was once the state’s most crowded psychiatric institution. Pulling off a plan to redevelop it won’t be easy.

Fed Chair Lays Out Game Plan in Case of High Inflation and Slower Growth

Jerome H. Powell warned that President Trump’s tariffs could lead to a “challenging scenario” for the central bank.

Court Scraps $8 Credit Card Late Fee Limit, at Consumer Bureau’s Request

The Consumer Financial Protection Bureau switched sides and backed a federal lawsuit by banks and business groups seeking to eliminate a fee cap the bureau set last year.

Will Americans Eat a $100 Tariff on Shein Packages?

The Trump administration’s plan to add steep fees to packages from China will deal a blow to Temu, Shein and some TikTok Shop sellers, worrying American consumers.

How China Took Over the World’s Rare Earths Industry

China seized mines and built factories. Japan took note and invested in Australia. But the United States did little despite concerns about control of supplies.

Unions Form Pro Bono Legal Network for Federal Workers Targeted by Trump

Organized labor has taken a leading role in challenging the Trump administration’s downsizing agenda in court. A new service will offer more individualized representation.

The Chipmakers Caught in the Trade War Crossfire

Nvidia and others are the latest casualties of escalating tensions between Washington and Beijing, as analysts press business leaders about the tariffs fallout.

Tariff Confusion Leaves Advertisers ‘Paralyzed’ and ‘Somber’

Hundreds of billions of marketing dollars are in flux as companies struggle to plan. For some sectors, the timing “couldn’t be worse.”

Stocks Fall as Powell Sees Tariff Challenges and Tech Pulls Back

Semiconductor stocks fell after the Trump administration blocked companies from selling certain chips to China without a license.

Trump Has Threatened Much Worse, but the 10% Tariffs Will Still Sting

The blanket tariffs, once considered extreme, still threaten to harm world trade and make everything more expensive for businesses and consumers.

Taiwan’s Chip Companies Are Caught in the U.S.-China Tariff War

President Trump has threatened tariffs on Taiwan and the chip industry. China has signaled it will not let the trade war keep it from the technology it needs.

China Girds for Economic Stress of Trump’s Tariffs

The economy grew steadily from January through March, but U.S. tariffs pose a risk for China in the coming weeks and months.

Hong Kong Suspends Packages to the U.S., Wading Into the Trade War

The move comes before President Trump’s planned imposition of new tariffs on small packages sent to the United States from Hong Kong and China.

White House Ends a Regular Reporting Slot for Independent Newswires

The move, which affects The Associated Press, Bloomberg News and Reuters, is another effort by the Trump administration to exert more control over the press corps that covers it.

Palin Libel Retrial Against The New York Times Begins

In opening statements, lawyers for Sarah Palin and The Times each presented arguments on whether the editorial board had published a statement knowing it was false.

American Airlines Will Offer Free Wi-Fi on Most Flights Next Year

Starting in January, members of the airline’s AAdvantage loyalty program will have free access to wireless internet on 90 percent of its fleet, the company said.

Some Online Scam Victims Can Now Seek Tax Relief on Firmer Ground

The Internal Revenue Service issued a memo last month that said victims of certain impersonation and investment schemes might be eligible for a tax break.

Marvin Levy, Oscar-Winning Publicist to Spielberg, Dies at 96

For 42 years, Mr. Levy strategized behind the scenes to promote Steven Spielberg’s movies and ensure that the director was seen as Hollywood’s de facto head of state.

Stocks Fluctuate as Investors Assess Tariff Scenarios

The Trump administration’s chaotic tariff rollout continues to spur volatility in the markets, but major U.S. stock indexes held a degree of calm relative to recent swings.

Trump’s Give-and-Take Tariff Strategy

The president has watered down some of his trade demands, but that’s created confusion in the markets and has forced his administration to adapt its messaging.

Trump’s Trade War With China Could Be Good for India. But Is It Ready?

While India dreams of becoming a new factory to the world, its manufacturers are struggling to find skilled workers, secure components and overcome red tape.

White House to Ask Congress to Claw Back Funding From NPR and PBS

Trump administration officials want legislators to rescind $1.1 billion for the Corporation for Public Broadcasting, which provides some support for public media.

The Dollar Keeps Falling as Its ‘Safe Haven’ Status Is Questioned

President Trump’s tariff blitz has rattled investors and shaken their faith in one of the most reliable and ubiquitous assets in the world economy.

Mark Zuckerberg Is Back in the Hot Seat in a Crucial Trial

Mark Zuckerberg has appeared before Congress more times than any other tech leader. He will testify again soon — as a witness in a federal antitrust trial. Cecilia Kang, a technology reporter for The New York Times, recalls some of Zuckerberg’s past congressional hearings and explains why the stakes are even higher this time.

Good Luck Getting Goldman Sachs to Even Say the Word ‘Tariff’

Wall Street’s top firms have been reluctant to criticize President Trump’s trade policy, but Goldman took it to a new level on Monday.

Republicans Ponder the Unthinkable: Taxing the Rich

The idea of raising taxes on rich Americans has caught the Republican Party between its populist ambitions and low-tax instincts.

Trump Moves to Put New Tariffs on Computer Chips and Drugs

Citing a national security statute, the administration has begun a process to investigate the impact of imported semiconductors and pharmaceuticals.

Worth Thousands on the Black Market, Lego Kits Are Now a Target of Thieves

Some Lego sets have skyrocketed in value but behind the eye-popping price tags is a dark side: an underground market that fuels brazen thefts.

Britain Cuts Tariffs on Dozens of Products as Global Trade Tensions Rise

British officials also announced more financing for exporters as the country sought to protect firms hurt by tariffs.

‘Simply Bad Business’: Corporate Gloom Rises Over Trump’s Tariffs

Global markets are bouncing back, but a new survey of company chiefs finds that they’re on edge and are looking to cut back on investment.

Trump Wants to Reverse Coal’s Long Decline. It Won’t be Easy.

Coal has been displaced by cheap and plentiful natural gas and the rapid growth of wind and solar energy — forces that President Trump will struggle to do away with.

Trump’s Tariffs Leave No Safe Harbor for American Importers

For companies that have shifted factory production from China to other countries, the latest tariffs have undermined their strategy while sowing paralysis.

Rewiring Britain for an Era of Clean Energy

National Grid, which owns the high-voltage electricity grid in England and Wales, is rebuilding it in a government-backed drive to attract investment and tackle climate change.

Stocks Rise Cautiously Amid Tariff Whiplash

After exempting imports of smartphones, chips and other electronics, President Trump said on Sunday that the carve outs were only temporary.

China Halts Critical Exports as Trade War Intensifies

Beijing has suspended exports of certain rare earth minerals and magnets that are crucial for the world’s car, semiconductor and aerospace industries.

Palin v. New York Times Heads Back to Trial

The case centers on the former Alaska governor’s claim that an editorial published in 2017 defamed her.

Trump Has Added Risk to the Surest Bet in Global Finance

Shocked by Trump’s trade war, foreign investors are selling U.S. government bonds, long the world’s safe haven.

Did Trump Manipulate the Stock Market?

President Trump’s post on social media caused the stock market to respond in an unusual way. Rob Copeland, a finance reporter for The New York Times, explains whether this could be considered market manipulation by the president.

How Should You Invest for College During Market Swings?

Parents who put money into 529 plans may find it tricky to find the right investment strategies while the stock market is in turmoil.

British Government Takes Control of Country’s Last Major Steel Mill

London says it acted to prevent the plant’s Chinese owners from closing the plant, threatening jobs and national security.

How a Deal to Shape Golf’s Future Went Cold

Despite interventions by President Trump, talks to combine the PGA Tour and LIV Golf have come to a standstill.

How Much Are Tariffs on Chinese Goods? It’s Trickier Than You Think.

The tariff rate on Chinese imports can be as high as 245% or zero, depending on the type of product that is being imported.

Raise Prices? Eat Higher Costs? Retailers Face Tough Questions.

A trade war with China and tariff threats on other countries are ramping up pressure on stores that sell products from overseas — which, for some categories, is just about all of them.

How to Ease Your Money Anxiety When the Economy Is Stressing You Out

Wild stock market swings and rising recession fears have put Americans on edge. Here are strategies to lower the angst.

The Bees Are Disappearing Again

For beekeepers, the problem isn’t just climate change and extreme weather: It’s also DOGE, the trade war and the immigration crackdown.

Appeals Court Scales Back Freeze on Firing Consumer Bureau Employees

The order reversed some parts of an injunction a federal judge said was needed to prevent the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau from being illegally dismantled.

Rick Levine, Who Gave Commercials Cinematic Flair, Dies at 94

An award-winning director, he created ads for brands like Diet Pepsi (starring Michael J. Fox) by bringing a Hollywood sensibility to the small screen.

Five More Big Law Firms Reach Deals With Trump

Kirkland & Ellis, Latham & Watkins, A&O Shearman, Simpson Thacher & Bartlett and Cadwalader, Wickersham & Taft agreed to do free legal work on causes the White House supports.

Stocks Post Gain for the Week, but Investors Remain Anxious

While the S&P 500 rose, other corners of the financial markets showed that investors expect big swings to continue.

Investors Seeking Safety Look to German Government Bonds

The country’s debt is in demand amid the chaos in financial markets spurred by whipsawing U.S. tariff policies.

Fed Under Pressure as Inflation Expectations Surge

A new survey from the University of Michigan shows consumers souring sharply on the economic outlook as the trade war heats up.

‘This is Not Normal’: Trump’s Tariffs Upend the Bond Market

In the usually steady government bond market, the yield on the 10-year Treasury has risen to about 4.5 percent from less than 4 percent at the end of last week.

What to Know About Who Pays the Higher Costs of Trump’s Tariffs

President Trump’s trade policies will make imports more expensive and calculating and paying the tariffs more complicated.

Europe Moves to Shield Itself From Trade War Fallout

The uncertainty of higher tariffs has spurred Germany, Italy, Portugal and Spain to announce financial lifelines for businesses and workers. More countries are expected to follow.

Trump Showed His Pain Point in His Standoff With China

Xi Jinping, who rules with absolute authority, has shown he is willing to let the Chinese people endure hardship. President Trump revealed he has limits.

Tesla U.S. Sales Plunge as G.M. and Others Make Gains

Overall sales of electric vehicles rose almost 11 percent in the first three months of the year as traditional carmakers offered new models.

Trump’s auto tariffs are causing anger in a British carmaking town.

Markets Worry About Finding an Exit From Trump’s Trade Fight

Investors are concerned about the continued escalation of the U.S.-China tariff battle — and the state of the president’s negotiating leverage.

Warren Urges S.E.C. to Investigate Trading Around Trump’s Tariff Pause

The president told his social media followers it was a “GREAT TIME TO BUY” hours before announcing a reversal on tariffs that sent markets soaring.

Whatever You Do, Don’t Ask Wall Street Bosses About Trump’s Tariffs

JPMorgan’s Jamie Dimon, known for his frankness, is tiptoeing around tariffs as he and other leaders of big banks reveal their latest earnings.

Tesla Halts Orders in China on U.S. Imported Models

An “order” button was removed from Tesla’s Chinese website after Beijing raised tariffs on U.S. imports in response to President Trump’s levies against the country.

The ‘China Shock’ Offers a Lesson. It Isn’t the One Trump Has Learned.

Economists say the U.S. manufacturing decline in recent decades was not mainly about free trade, but about the pace of change without time to adjust.

Relief at a Trade Hub on the Southern Border, but No End to Its Unease

In an industrial district in Texas and New Mexico, companies welcomed President Trump’s tariff exemptions for Mexico, but concern and confusion linger.

How This Trade War Is Different From All Other Trade Wars

By acting on his own, President Trump has broken with more than 200 years of U.S. history in which Congress set the direction of trade policy.

Who Wants to Run Vanity Fair? Everyone? Anyone?

Radhika Jones is stepping down as editor in chief, and the search for her replacement has begun. But as the magazine industry has contracted, many of the more decadent parts of the job are long gone.

Stocks waver on the latest escalation in the trade war.

Beijing retaliated with higher tariffs on U.S. goods, a tit-for-tat move that intensified investors’ anxiety.

Here’s the latest.

China Raises Tariffs on U.S. Imports to 125%, Calling Trump’s Policies a ‘Joke’

Beijing’s retaliation came after the White House ratcheted up its tariff on Chinese goods to 125 percent, on top of an existing 20 percent tax.

How TikTok’s Parent, ByteDance, Became an A.I. Powerhouse

A set of popular apps helped China’s ByteDance develop a key component of advanced artificial intelligence: information on how a billion people use the internet.

Autoworkers Union Chief Gives Trump’s Tariffs a Mixed Review

In an address to the U.A.W., Shawn Fain said a targeted approach could help bring jobs back to the United States, but he criticized universal duties.

Legal Group Funded by Conservative Megadonors Challenges Trump’s Tariffs

The legal organization behind a lawsuit challenging President Trump’s tariffs is funded by groups linked to Charles Koch and Leonard A. Leo.

China to reduce imports of American films.

Hollywood’s business in China has dwindled in recent years as the country increased censorship and control of distribution.

Stocks Fall as Tariff Pause Fails to Quell Wall Street’s Worries

A day after recording its best gain since 2008, the S&P 500 fell 3.5 percent on Thursday, showing that fears about tariffs hampering economic growth were still alive.

Deepening Trade Fight With China Poses New Threat to U.S. Farmers

Soybean producers warn that farms could go under as the Trump administration hits China with new tariffs of 145 percent.

Cabot Butter Is Recalled Over Fecal Contamination Risk

The company said it was voluntarily recalling 189 cases of its eight-ounce, sea-salted Extra Creamy Premium Butter after it found elevated levels of coliform bacteria.

Bond Market Sell-Off Prompts Bank of England to Make Unusual Move

Britain’s central bank altered a planned bond sale, citing “recent market volatility.”

For U.S. Apparel Manufacturers, Chaotic Tariff Policy Isn’t Much Help

Even companies that make clothing in America aren’t feeling great about stiff duties on their overseas competition.

Social Security Rolls Back Restrictions on Filing for Benefits by Phone

The agency’s plan to curtail phone services, which was expected to send tens of thousands to its offices each week, had been widely criticized.

Trump Has Added 145% Tariff to China, White House Clarifies

White House officials clarified on Thursday that the 125 percent tariff the president announced on Wednesday was in addition to a 20 percent added to the country since President Trump returned to office.

Newsmax Made Defamatory Statements About Dominion, Judge Says

The defamation case, over falsehoods spread about the 2020 election, is headed to a jury this month.

What to Expect After Trump’s Tariff About-Face

Global markets are rallying on President Trump’s decision to pause most of his sweeping levies. But investors remain unsettled, especially as Washington and Beijing face off.

U.S. and China Headed for ‘Monumental’ Split, Putting World Economy on Edge

A deepening trade war could further weaken ties between the superpowers. The effects will reverberate everywhere.

Here’s the latest.

What to Know About the Latest China Tariffs and What They Mean for Prices

A broad variety of products made in China, including toys, clothing and electronics, may cost more. Shoppers could also see an impact from other tariffs.

Worried About Stock Market Swings? These Young Investors Aren’t.

While retirees and others fretted about their portfolios, some members of Gen Z and younger millennials kept calm and bought the dip.

Inflation Eased in March but Tariffs Raise Risk of Higher Prices

Policymakers and economists say the latest data is only a temporary reprieve as tariffs could stoke higher inflation.

Can Britain Be a ‘Sensible, Stable’ Haven in Trade War? Some See Potential.

The country faces several economic challenges but so far has avoided the worst of the turmoil afflicting targets of President Trump’s anger.

Inside Factories in China, a Struggle to Survive Trump’s Tariffs

Small factories with tiny profit margins have played a central role in China’s international competitiveness. Many could now face disaster.

Wall Street stumbles as relief over tariff pause fades.

The S&P 500 slid, as trade hostilities continued to heat up between Washington and Beijing. Earlier, stocks in Europe and Asia soared.

House Strikes Down $5 Overdraft Fee Limit, Sending Issue to Trump

Lawmakers also struck down a rule giving the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau supervisory power over tech companies’ payments apps.

Market Chaos Brings Big Ratings to Television Business News

Viewership of Fox Business and CNBC has soared since President Trump’s tariffs created chaos in the global economy.

Top Pro Bono Leader Resigns from Paul Weiss, a Firm Hit in Trump’s Crackdown on Big Law

Steven Banks, who once ran New York’s social services department, said he wanted to return to helping the homeless. He leaves within weeks of the elite firm striking a deal with President Trump.

A Frenzy at Trader Joe’s: ‘Everyone’s Here for the Tote Bags’

For a second year, a limited run of mini canvas tote bags had people waiting in line outside Trader Joe’s stores. At some stores, they sold out in less than an hour.

Walmart Says Tariffs Have Added Uncertainty to Its Outlook

Executives at the largest retailer in the United States acknowledged the new environment, but told investors that they were confident in the company’s strategy.

‘BE COOL!’ Trump Says, as Tariffs Unleash Global Chaos

Amid the doom and gloom in financial markets, President Trump continues to insist he’s got a plan.

In a Storm of Tariffs, Many Companies See China as the Safest Harbor

The heavy U.S. tariffs on other Asian countries have made China a more appealing option for companies scared to make a hasty decision amid upheaval in global trade.

Bob McManus, Blunt Editorial Voice of The New York Post, Dies at 81

As the editor of the tabloid’s editorial page and as a columnist, he skewered those he considered phonies and symbols of failed progressivism.

Sell-Off in U.S. Bonds and Dollar Raises Questions About ‘Safe Haven’ Status

As the fallout from President Trump’s global trade war spreads, investors are fleeing what is typically seen as the safest corner.

Delta Warns Trump’s Trade War Will Weigh on the Economy

Delta is one of the largest U.S. companies to warn about the impact of trade tensions on its business.

A Small African Nation Has Few Options to Counter 50% U.S. Tariffs

In Lesotho, which makes denim that goes into U.S.-branded jeans, both the private sector and the government were weighing their next moves.

Oil Prices Recover After Trump Offers Tariff Reprieve

Crude prices climbed back above $60 a barrel as investors breathed a sigh of relief.

China Hits Back Again at Trump, Bringing New Tariffs on U.S. Goods to 84%

Beijing announced a new round of 50 percent tariffs in response to President Trump’s latest levies as the trade conflict between the superpowers escalates.

‘Explosive’ Markets Raise Uncertainty About Tariff Endgame

Another sharp sell-off in stocks and bonds greeted President Trump’s latest round of protectionist measures as fears of a U.S. recession grow.

Harry’s Razor Brand Seeks to Build a Consumer Goods Empire

The founders of the upstart personal care company said they planned to strike more deals. A public listing may be in the future as well.

China Condemns American ‘Protectionism’

Beijing issued a lengthy denunciation of U.S. trade policies and accused Washington of violating a trade deal the countries reached in President Trump’s first term.

U.S. Bond Sell-Off Is Another Worrisome Echo of the Liz Truss Fiasco

Yields on U.S. Treasuries rose Wednesday as investors sold government bonds, usually a haven. In Britain, a sustained version of that trend in 2022 led to a prime minister’s downfall.

Hobby Lobby Is Opening Its First Manhattan Store. Not Everyone Is Happy.

The crafts retailer, whose owners are vocal about their evangelical belief, is coming to TriBeCa in Manhattan. Not everyone is pleased.

Anxiety rises in Asia over how to negotiate with Trump.

India’s Drug Makers Shudder as Trump Again Threatens Tariffs

The United States is India’s biggest market for pharmaceutical exports, which are its most successful industrial exports.

Trump’s Tariffs Will Pummel Asia. But One Country Sees Opportunity.

Factory-led economies are panicking about the steep new tariffs. Not the Philippines, which believes its role as a manufacturing alternative to China can expand.

‘Totally Silly.’ Trump’s Focus on Trade Deficit Bewilders Economists.

Behind Trump’s new tariffs is a goal that is as ambitious as it is unrealistic: eliminating the bilateral trade deficit with every U.S. trading partner.

Here’s the latest.

Stocks Surge as Trump Announces a Delay to Global Tariffs

The S&P 500 spiked, showing investors’ relief to President Trump’s decision to pause high tariffs for most countries, except for China.

Pronouns in Bio? You May Not Get a Response From the White House.

Some Trump administration officials have declined to answer questions from several journalists on the basis of their email signatures.

Two Law Firms File for Permanent Relief From Trump’s Executive Orders

Jenner & Block and WilmerHale are seeking summary judgments against what one of them called “a plain violation of the First Amendment.”

Robert W. McChesney, Who Warned of Corporate Media Control, Dies at 72

In over a dozen books, he explored the failures of journalism and the internet, blaming capitalism and calling for the nationalization of Facebook and Google.

Panama Official Accuses Hong Kong Port Operator of Misconduct

The controller general of Panama said CK Hutchison, a Hong Kong conglomerate, did not properly renew its license to operate two ports that are part of a $19 billion deal involving BlackRock.

The Social Security Administration Has Been Changing. Here’s What to Know.

Deep staff reductions. New policies. Spreading misinformation. Since President Trump has taken office, the agency has been in tumult.

Oil Executives Are Quiet on Trump Policies. Privately, They’re Worried.

Eager to stay in Mr. Trump’s good graces, oil executives refrain from publicly criticizing the president. But privately, ‘Everybody’s afraid.’

Trump’s Tariffs Are Already Reducing Car Imports and Idling Factories

A few carmakers have closed factories, laid off workers or shifted production in response to the auto tariffs that took effect last week.

Wall Street Bursts With Anger Over Tariff ‘Stupidity’

Billionaire investors are in an unfamiliar position, watching and cringing as tariffs roll on and the stock market reels.

Trump Tariffs May Rewire Market Psychology

Trade tensions have begun to force a rethink about how much investors and businesses should bet on the United States.

Market Chaos Could Inflict Its Own Economic Damage

A big hit to portfolios would be felt acutely by higher-income Americans, whose spending has recently been the biggest driver of the economy.

American Whiskey Braces for Another Trump Trade War

The already battered spirits industry will see its supply squeezed if tariffs raise import costs and other countries’ retaliation closes off export markets.

Why a Plane-Size Machine Could Foil a Race to Build Gas Power Plants

Wait times for the hulking turbines needed to turn natural gas into electricity have doubled in the past year as companies scramble to build data centers for A.I.

Markets Slide Again in Afternoon Slump as Trade Tensions Escalate

An early rally on Wall Street faded and the S&P 500 ended the day down 1.6 percent after the White House reaffirmed plans to impose high tariffs on China and other countries at midnight.

Trump and Paramount Agree on Mediator in ‘60 Minutes’ Lawsuit

President Trump’s $20 billion suit accuses CBS News of deceptively editing an interview with former Vice President Kamala Harris.

No Big Stick: Many Tariff Targets Avoid Hitting Back

Just two of the 20 largest exporters to the United States have matched Mr. Trump’s moves with new tariffs of their own.

The leading U.S. business lobby warns tariffs could inflict ‘major harm.’

Top White House Adviser Indicates Offers From Trading Partners Won’t Convince Trump to Retreat

Peter Navarro, a senior White House trade adviser, defended President Trump’s tariffs, but the Treasury secretary said the U.S. might be ready to negotiate.

Prices for copper and other metals fall sharply as recession fears grow.

Trump Says No Pause to Tariffs as He Targets China for Retaliation

The president said he would counter Beijing’s tariffs, which came in response to Mr. Trump’s own levies, with even more tariffs on Chinese imports.

How a False Report on 90-Day Tariff Pause Made Markets Swing Wildly

The report, that President Trump was considering a pause on his expansive tariffs, spread on social media and was amplified by CNBC and Reuters. The White House called the claim “fake news.”

Bangladesh asks for a 3-month reprieve from the Trump tariffs.

What Is a Bear Market? Are We in One?

A bear market occurs when stocks fall 20 percent from a recent peak. As global markets continue their meltdown, here’s what it means for your money and the economy.

Jamie Dimon Warns Tariffs Could Increase Inflation and Weigh on Growth

In his annual letter to shareholders, Jamie Dimon, the chief executive of JPMorgan Chase, wrote that a trade fight could dampen consumer and investor confidence and increase inflation.

Britain Eases Rules on Electric Vehicles as Auto Tariffs Hit

Even before the latest tariffs by the Trump administration, Britain’s car industry was struggling.

Does Trump Have an ‘Off Ramp’?

With global markets again in free-fall, the president appeared to be losing support of business leaders, raising questions about his leverage in his trade fight.

China intervenes to ‘safeguard’ markets as shares tumble.

An arm of China’s sovereign wealth fund said it raised its holdings of Chinese stocks.

After a blowout week, Wall Street decision makers are bracing for more chaos.

The financial titans who backed Trump are now dealing with the fallout from his tariffs. They spent the weekend surveying the damage of last week’s major sell-off.

Trump’s Trade War Raises Bar for Fed Rate Cuts

Tariffs set to take effect this week risk stoking even higher inflation and slower growth than expected, complicating the central bank’s decisions on monetary policy.

‘The Tsunami Is Coming’: China’s Global Exports Are Just Getting Started

A staggering $1.9 trillion in extra industrial lending is fueling a continued flood of exports that could be spread even wider across the world by the Trump tariffs.

The Fed isn’t rushing to save the markets this time.

With stocks in a steep decline and tariffs inducing recession jitters, the patience of investors may be tested.

Here’s the latest.

Trump’s Tariffs Imperil the Fortunes of a Nissan Factory Town

Kanda, on Japan’s southern coast, grew in tandem with an auto plant that sends half of the cars it makes to the United States.

Oil Prices Tumble Further as Trump’s Tariffs Weigh on Economic Outlook

Crude oil now costs 15 percent less than it did before the president revealed his plans to impose stiff new tariffs on imports from most countries.

Bitcoin Is Down 10% Since Trump’s Global Tariff Announcement

The rapid drop shows that cryptocurrencies, which the president has promoted, are subject to the same market gyrations as any other risky asset.

Stocks Whipsaw With S&P 500 on the Precipice of a Bear Market

A brutal day for markets around the world added to the pain of last week’s turmoil. The S&P 500 ended nearly 18 percent below its February peak on Monday.

After a Blowout Week, Wall Street Decision Makers Brace for More Chaos

The financial titans who backed Trump are now dealing with the fallout from his tariffs. They spent the weekend surveying the damage of last week’s major sell-off.

Two Liquid Egg Brands Recalled Over Bleach Contamination Risk

Cargill Kitchen Solutions recalled more than 210,000 pounds of products under its Egg Beaters and Bob Evans labels.

Jesse Kornbluth, Magazine Writer Who Covered Everything, Dies at 79

He reported on the highs and lows of culture in the pages of Vanity Fair and elsewhere. He also wrote seven books of nonfiction and two novels.

‘A Minecraft Movie’ Arrives as a Surprise Box Office Smash

Weekend ticket sales totaled $163 million, Warner Bros. said, more than double the expected amount, ending a Hollywood dry spell.

Small Businesses Face a ‘Tornado’ of Challenges: Cuts, Freezes and Now Tariffs

President Trump vowed to aid entrepreneurs by reducing taxes and slicing red tape. But some owners say other policies have put them at a disadvantage.

‘White Lotus’ Audience Is Big, and Keeps Getting Bigger

The show, which ends its third season on Sunday, has built one of the largest audiences of any HBO series.

Used Tesla Market Heats Up as Owners Sell to Protest Elon Musk

Teslas that have been sold or traded in during the backlash against the company’s chief executive have become bargains on lots.

British Carmaker Jaguar Land Rover Pauses Shipments to U.S.

The luxury automaker, which faces 25 percent import tariffs, said it was halting shipments in April as it addresses the new trading terms.

A Tariffs Cheat Sheet

An escalating global trade war has tanked markets and plunged corporate America into chaos. DealBook asked economists, investors and other experts to help make sense of what’s next.

The Fed Isn’t Rushing to Save the Markets This Time

With stocks in a steep decline and tariffs inducing recession jitters, the patience of investors may be tested.

When Huge Trump Tariffs Hit Small African Economies

The amount of manufactured goods exported from Africa to the United States is minuscule. But for Lesotho, the impact of a stunning 50 percent tariff is enormous.

Do Dogs Belong at Work?

Plus, how to talk about office cleavage. (Yes, you can talk about it.)

Republicans Like to Cut Taxes. With Tariffs, Trump Is Raising Them.

President Trump’s tariffs are scrambling the Republican plan for the economy, long centered on tax cuts and growth.

Investors recoil from Trump’s pledge to remake the global economy.

Ted Cruz and Other Senate Republicans Question Trump’s Tariffs

One of the president’s allies warns that the trade barriers could hurt American business and consumers. But he has yet to take any real steps to reverse them.

More Than 500 Law Firms Back Perkins Coie in Fight With Trump

The firms signed a legal brief supporting Perkins Coie, calling the president’s actions a threat “to the rule of law.” The largest firms declined to sign.

Farmers Brace for Significant Losses in a New Trade War

China is the third-biggest buyer of U.S. agricultural products. Now that it has punched back with tariffs on American goods, farmers can expect to feel the pain.

Investors Recoil From Trump’s Pledge to Remake the Global Economy

Stocks hadn’t fallen this far this fast since the early days of the coronavirus pandemic. A 9.1 percent drop in the S&P 500 is the steepest weekly decline since March 2020.

Swiss Indignant to Make the Top 10 of Trump’s Tariffs List

Swiss companies bemoan the loss of a reliable partner, and called the 32 percent tariff “incomprehensible.”

Trump Calls India a Friend, but Is Trying to Block Its Imports

Stunned to see their own exports punished harshly, Indians are picking through the wreckage for signs of hope. There’s some but not a lot.

On Fox News, All Is Calm

There is no onscreen stock ticker. One anchor reassured viewers that “President Trump is keeping another campaign promise.”

Nintendo Delays Preorders for the Switch 2, Citing Tariffs

The new video game console will still be released in June, the Japanese company said. Its price was unveiled as $450 this week.

Airline stocks get hammered as investors worry about travel demand.

Powell Says Trump’s Tariffs Raise Risks of Faster Inflation and Slower Growth

Jerome H. Powell, chair of the Federal Reserve, says the central bank’s “obligation” is to ensure that a “one-time increase in the price level does not become an ongoing inflation problem.”

Trump Sounds Defiant Note as Tariffs Roil Markets Again

After China announced new retaliatory measures against the United States, President Trump responded that Beijing “PLAYED IT WRONG.”

Tariffs Drive Another Market Meltdown

A rapidly escalating trade war has socked stocks as investors weigh the fallout from President Trump’s tariff barrage.

Here’s the latest.

The job market has been resilient. Trump’s trade war could be its undoing.

‘Wait, Baby, Wait’: Slumping Oil Prices Reflect Economic Worries

Fears that President Trump’s tariffs could slash global economic growth — and demand for oil — are weighing on the market.

Trump’s Trade War Escalates as China Retaliates With 34% Tariffs

The Chinese government said it would match President Trump’s tariff, and also barred a group of American companies from doing business in China.

Employers that rely on immigrants push for laws to ensure flow of laborers.

Trump’s promise to bring back factory jobs clashes with the 21st century pursuit of free trade.

Trump Blocked America’s Front Door to China. Now He’s Closing Back Doors.

The U.S. tariffs on transshipment countries like Vietnam and Cambodia are so steep that they could force a major reassessment of global supply chains.

Trump’s Threatened Tariff on Buyers of Venezuelan Oil Could Squeeze China

Venezuela owes China’s banks about $10 billion, and its oil is about the only legal way it has to pay them back.

How to Protect Your Retirement Savings Now as Markets Plunge

If you’re within five years of retiring, either before or after, you’re at your most vulnerable financially. Here are steps to weather the volatility.

U.S. Employers Added 228,000 Jobs in March, but Outlook Is Clouded

The gain was stronger than expected, though the impact of President Trump’s tariffs and other policies on the labor market has yet to play out.

Strong jobs report reinforces Fed’s patient stance even as Trump’s tariffs loom large.

Stocks Drop Again as Trade War Intensifies

Continued worries about President Trump’s trade policies and retaliation by major trading partners overshadowed an unexpectedly strong report on the U.S. labor market.

Lawsuit Challenges Trump’s Legal Rationale for Tariffs on China

A nonprofit group said the president misapplied a law in imposing those levies and portrayed its filing as the first lawsuit to challenge the Trump administration over its tariffs.

John Thornton, Who Revived Local Journalism, Is Dead at 59

He founded The Texas Tribune, a model for nonprofit grass-roots news organizations nationwide, and the American Journalism Project, which supports them.

Why your can of beer might get more expensive.

The Trump administration will impose a 25 percent tariff on all imported beer that comes in cans starting Friday, part of sweeping measures against foreign steel and aluminum.

In Worst Stock Market in Years, Slow and Boring Has Eased the Pain

People have avoided huge losses by holding old-fashioned, well-balanced investments, an approach our columnist is banking on for the future.

What to Know About Trump’s New Tariffs

The president announced sweeping tariffs on Wednesday in an effort to reset global trading relationships. Here’s what you need to know.

Oil Producers Follow Trump’s Tariffs With a Surprise Increase

Saudi Arabia and other members of the OPEC Plus group accelerated their program to put more oil on the market, adding to a sharp fall in prices.

Volkswagen to Add ‘Import Fee’ to Cars Sold in U.S.

The company’s move is one of the first and clearest examples of automakers using price increases to deal with the 25 percent tariffs President Trump imposed on car and auto parts imports.

Mexico’s leader unveils a plan to blunt tariffs by increasing domestic production of food, energy and textiles.

With Deadline Looming, Details of a Potential TikTok Deal Emerge

The video app is barreling toward a Saturday deadline to change its ownership under federal law or face a ban in the United States.

Canada’s Prime Minister Puts Tariffs on U.S.-Made Cars and Predicts Global Upheaval

Mark Carney, a former central banker, also called on “like-minded countries” to form a new trading order without the United States.

Former Treasury Secretary Lawrence Summers says he would have quit over Trump’s tariffs plan.

Fed expectations diverge sharply as Trump’s trade war upends forecasts.

Splits are emerging about when the central bank will be able to lower interest rates again.

Trump’s De Minimis Order Poised to Upend E-Commerce

The loophole has allowed retailers to send goods from China directly to U.S. shoppers without paying tariffs. Closing it could raise consumer prices.

Trump’s tariffs deliver a blow to Nike’s bet on Vietnam.

Nike thought Vietnam would be a cheaper and less fraught zone for manufacturing than China. Now, all bets are off.

The Job Market Has Been Resilient. The Trade War Could Be Its Undoing.

The U.S. economy has largely withstood inflation and high interest rates. But tariffs could bring new price increases and put a damper on hiring.

How Much Will Trump’s Tariffs Cost U.S. Importers?

It will cost an extra nearly $900 billion in tariffs to bring shoes, TVs and all other imports into the United States, a new analysis of trade data shows.

Stocks of Consumer Brands Hit Hard by Tariffs

Many sportswear brands shifted production away from China to avoid tariffs imposed years ago, but now they face punishing levies targeting alternative manufacturing hubs.

Radhika Jones, Vanity Fair’s Top Editor, Steps Down

Ms. Jones has led the gilded magazine of culture, business and politics since 2017.

Mexico’s president says her country was given ‘preferential treatment’ in the new U.S. tariffs announcement.

Vietnam’s prime minister urges calm as the shock of high U.S. tariffs sinks in.

Capital One Deal for Discover Clears Justice Dept. Hurdle

The department, during the Biden administration, initially said it had concerns about the merger of two of the largest credit card companies in the U.S.

An app helps Italians to shop local after Trump imposes tariffs.

By reading country-of-origin information, the app helps consumers make better decisions, its proposers say.

More Penguins Than People: Trump Imposes Tariffs on Remote Islands

Some of the more sparsely populated territories in the world that do little trade with the United States have been caught up in the trade war.

Trump’s Tariffs Hit Garment Makers in Bangladesh and Sri Lanka Hard

The industry supplies low-cost clothing to the United States, and is a crucial part of the Asian countries’ economies.

Trump’s Trade War Risks Forfeiting America’s Economic Primacy

The United States has steered an economic order for 80 years based on trade and trust, making the country the world’s financial superpower. That vision is now blurred.

Lists of tariffs issued by the White House show different figures for some countries.

Ford Offers Discounts on Cars and Trucks as Auto Tariffs Kick In

The company said it would offer customers the same prices it offers its employees on most of its vehicles.

Apple Plunges 9%, Leading a Tech Sell-Off

The company counts on the sale of devices for three-quarters of its nearly $400 billion in annual revenue, and it makes almost all of its iPhones, iPads and Macs overseas.

As Wall Street sags, Lutnick says American markets will eventually do ‘extremely well.’

Fact-Checking Trump’s Claim About Egg Prices

As he announced sweeping tariffs, President Trump claimed there had been a large decline in the price of eggs. That’s not the whole picture.

Oil and metals prices fall on concerns about the global economy.

The combination of lower oil prices and higher costs for essential materials like steel pipe threatens to squeeze domestic oil and gas producers.

Trump’s Tariffs Don’t Apply to Chips, but Taiwan Remains Wary

The chip companies in Taiwan, the center of the global supply chain, are expected to face pressure from Washington to invest more in the U.S.

Trump Took a Wrecking Ball to Southeast Asia’s Role as an Alternative to China

Punishing tariffs on Vietnam, Cambodia, Thailand and others in the region threaten their position as major manufacturing hubs for the American market.

How Countries Responded to Trump’s Tariffs

China vowed countermeasures and the E.U. promised a unified response, while Britain and Japan refrained from immediate retaliation.

The Fallout From Trump’s Reign of Tariffs

Global markets were in a tailspin on Thursday as policymakers and trade partners expressed dismay over president’s latest trade-war salvo.

Why Did Trump Spare Russia From New Tariffs?

The Trump administration says sanctions imposed on Moscow mean the U.S. does little trade with Russia, but questions persist about the motivations.

Trump’s Tariffs Pose a New Threat for Germany’s Stagnant Economy

President Trump’s trade war adds another challenge to the incoming government’s attempts to revive Europe’s biggest economy.

A Stunned World Reckons With Economic Fallout From Trump’s Tariffs

Not even America’s closest trading partners were spared by a policy broadside that spooked investors and left policymakers scrambling to formulate responses.

Trump Is Promising a Manufacturing Renaissance. Is That Even Possible?

The president says “jobs and factories will come roaring back” because of his trade policies, but the economic story of the American 21st century has also been shaped by the deliberate pursuit of freer trade.

Japan Lacks a ‘Viable Option’ for Retaliating to Trump’s Tariffs

Japan has refrained from talk of striking back at U.S. tariffs. Trade experts say that is because its inflation-strained economy limits its options.

Here’s the latest.

China assails Trump’s new tariffs and vows retaliation.

Auto Tariffs Take Effect, Putting Pressure on New Car Prices

President Trump says the tariffs will encourage investment in U.S. factories, but analysts say car buyers will have to pay thousands more.

China Will Face at Least 54 Percent Tariffs With Trump’s New Order

The 34 percent tariff announced on Wednesday is in addition to two rounds of import taxes the president already imposed since January.

How Are Trump’s Tariff Rates Calculated?

The answer appears to begin with the total trade deficit America runs with its trading partners.

President Trump scraps tax loophole on low-cost goods.

Americans’ Reactions to Trump’s Tariffs Range From Worried to Enthusiastic

Critics warned that the levies could fuel inflation and slow economic growth, while those who supported the move said it was long overdue.

Trump Announces Tariffs on Global Trading Partners

During a news conference, President Trump announced that he would impose a baseline 10 percent tariff on all trading partners, as well as double-digit “reciprocal tariffs” on dozens of other countries.

Trump Tariffs: See Which Countries Have the Highest Rates

President Trump unveiled sweeping tariffs that included actions on dozens of countries at very high levels.

Trade War Sets Off ‘Max Pessimism’ in Global Markets as Stocks Plunge

The S&P 500 fell almost 5 percent on Thursday, its worst drop since June 2020, as President Trump’s higher-than-expected tariffs set off another round of economic worry.

Richard Bernstein Dies at 80; Times Correspondent, Critic and Author

He wrote from Europe and Asia, served as a book critic and produced a raft of books, on subjects ranging from the French condition to multiculturalism.

Spotify Sells Itself to Advertisers as ‘Nutritional’

After finally achieving profitability, the streaming platform wants to be a healthy alternative to “doom scrolling.”

Another Big Law Firm Reaches Agreement With Trump

Milbank, based in Manhattan, agreed to provide $100 million in pro bono legal services to causes supported by the president and the firm.

Countries Targeted by Trump’s Tariffs May Strike Back at U.S. Services

Service sectors make up the vast bulk of the American economy, which gives trading partners some clout in trade negotiations.

American exporters had been vying to shape Trump’s trade agenda.

Trump’s advisers disagree on the goal of new tariffs. Is it to raise revenue, or lower trade barriers?

Trump’s supporters have clashed over the true goal of forthcoming global tariffs: raising revenue, or lowering foreign trade barriers?

Companies rushed to import goods ahead of the tariffs. Here’s what that looked like.

Why Was Newsmax, the Right-Wing Channel, Suddenly Worth More Than U.S. Steel?

Newsmax lost $55 million in the first half of last year. But its stock surged this week as shares in the company traded on the public market for the first time.

Tariffs Are Likely to Hit U.S. Renewable Energy

The components used to assemble wind turbines are made by suppliers around the globe.

Here’s the latest.

Trump Media Refiles to Register the President’s Shares, Worth $2 Billion, for Sale

President Trump’s shares of the company have been held in a trust since he won the election last year. The stock has plunged 40 percent this year.

In Trump’s Fight With Perkins Coie, the Richest Firms Are Staying Quiet

None of the nation’s top-10 firms by revenue have signed a legal brief demonstrating support for the law firm that is resisting an executive order.

Amazon Said to Make a Bid to Buy TikTok in the U.S.

The e-commerce giant put in a last-minute offer for the popular video app, according to three people familiar with the talks. TikTok faces a Saturday deadline to change its ownership structure.

The ‘Bazooka’ Europe Could Use to Fight Trump’s Tariffs

European officials are weighing deploying a tool called the anti-coercion instrument that would potentially target American tech and financial giants.

U.S. Seeks to Calm Tempest in Europe Over Trump’s Anti-Diversity Policies

European companies and officials are balking at what they see as a campaign to impose U.S. policy abroad.

Trump’s Global Trade War Makes the Fed’s Task Tougher

Tariffs risk slowing growth and making inflation stickier, a tricky combination for the central bank as it debates what to do about interest rates.

Nintendo Switch 2 Will Release in June and Emphasize Streaming

The company said Mario Kart World and Donkey Kong Bananza would be part of the early game lineup, also sharing details on the console’s technical upgrades.

How Trump’s Tariffs Might Go Down

The president is set to announce details of his sweeping tariffs, as companies and global trading partners scramble to respond.

Trump Unveils Expansive Global Tariffs

The president said the charges, at least 10 percent on nearly all trading partners, would restore fairness, but experts warned they could destabilize the world’s economy.

Chuck Todd Wants You to Meet the Pods

After leaving NBC News in January, the former “Meet the Press” moderator is starting a new chapter as a media entrepreneur.

Elon Musk Backlash Turns Into Global Sales Slump for Tesla

Mr. Musk’s involvement in right-wing politics contributed to a 13% drop in deliveries in the first quarter, including steep declines in E.V.-friendly places like Norway.

Inside Elite Law Firms, Protests and Quitting After Trump Deals

The discontent does not appear to be resonating with leaders at Paul Weiss and Skadden, but it could hamstring their recruitment efforts.

How a Small Violin Part Highlights Bigger Problems for the Global Economy

A family business in Ottawa that makes special shoulder rests for violins is imperiled by both Trump’s tariffs on Canada and potential Canadian retaliation.

Trump Expected to Announce Reciprocal Tariffs for Other Countries

President Trump is expected to announce new tariffs on goods imported from outside the U.S., which could match the levies that other countries place on products made in America.

Auto Sales Surged in Anticipation of Trump’s Tariffs

Sales of cars picked up recently partly as buyers rushed to lock in deals before President Trump’s 25 percent tariffs on cars and auto parts go into effect.

Shake-Up in China’s Auto Sector: Two Giants Are Discussing a Merger

The state-owned automakers, longtime joint venture partners of Ford and Nissan, might combine operations as Beijing consolidates its sprawling car sector.

Fatal Crash in China Puts Assisted Driving Tech Under Scrutiny

A popular electric vehicle made by the Chinese consumer electronics giant Xiaomi crashed into a concrete guardrail while deploying its autonomous driving feature. Three people died.

Hooters Files for Bankruptcy, but Its Restaurants Will Stay Open

A group that includes the restaurant’s founders will buy restaurants from the private equity firm that owns many locations of the chain.

High Stakes and Lack of Details Add to Trade War Jitters

Business leaders and investors remain on edge ahead of President Trump’s expected announcement of a sweeping new round of tariffs.

Amazon’s New Movie Strategy Starts With Theaters

The streaming giant is planning to release at least 14 movies a year in theaters around the country, rivaling other major studios.

As Trump Stokes Uncertainty, the Fed Asks Businesses Where It Hurts

The central bank’s outreach to companies has taken on new significance as the outlook for growth and inflation gets cloudier.

Want to Play a Game? Global Trade War Is the New Washington Pastime.

Two dozen trade experts gathered recently to simulate how a global trade war would play out. The results were surprisingly optimistic.

How Trump’s Tariffs Are Hitting One Chinese Factory Owner: ‘We Are Helpless’

President Trump’s policies are straining trade ties and challenging a long-held truth in China about the centrality of the U.S. market.

Johnson & Johnson Loses in Court Again in Bid to Settle Talc Cases

A judge dismissed an attempt to use a bankruptcy court to resolve tens of thousands of claims that the company’s talcum power products caused cancer.

Trump Administration Tallies Trade Barriers That Could Prompt Tariffs

The Office of the United States Trade Representative released a report highlighting foreign trade barriers that could influence tariffs the president puts into effect this week.

White House May Remake Reporters’ Seating Chart, Escalating Tensions

The Trump administration is planning another encroachment into the day-to-day arrangements of the journalists who cover it.

The Loosening of American News Anchors

Don Lemon, Joy Reid and Jim Acosta, exiled or extricated from their networks, are now on Substack, trading sleek studios and “pancake makeup” for their living rooms.

America Has Never Been Wealthier. Here’s Why It Doesn’t Feel That Way.

A surge in U.S. wealth has been driven by stock and home values. But the gains are concentrated at the top, leaving others in a sour economic mood.

Trump’s Science Policies Pose Long-Term Risk, Economists Warn

Since World War II, U.S. research funding has led to discoveries that fueled economic gains. Now cutbacks are seen as putting that legacy in jeopardy.

Tariff Gambit Bets Americans Will Swallow Higher Prices

Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent argues that the American dream is about more than cheap televisions, but inflation-weary consumers might disagree.

Trump Family Pushes Further Into Crypto, Starting Another Venture

Eric Trump and Donald Trump Jr. are investing in a Bitcoin-mining company called American Bitcoin, created by the merger of two firms.

Real Estate Fund Exceeds $2.5 Billion for Affordable Housing

The size of the fund, which is run by the Vistria Group, highlights how investors see an opportunity to address the nation’s housing crisis.

Tariffs Keep Wall Street on Edge

President Trump’s latest trade war threat is expected to come into effect this week, but businesses and investors remain unsure about how much it will hurt.

Isomorphic Labs, Google’s A.I. Drug Business, Raises $600 Million

The company, which uses artificial intelligence to develop new treatments, now counts the venture capital firm Thrive Capital as a backer.

Primark C.E.O. Resigns After ‘Error of Judgment’

Paul Marchant has left the clothing retailer after “an allegation made by an individual about his behavior,” the company said.

The Chinese Electric Vehicle Founder Who Wants In on Trump’s America

Wen Han is intent on listing Windrose’s stock in New York. He is fueled by $300 million, Chinese technology and a belief that “China doesn’t have to be the enemy forever.”

As Trump Squeezes the Immigrant Work Force, Employers Seek Relief

Businesses that rely on immigrants are pushing for legislation to ensure an adequate, legal flow of laborers from abroad as deportations ramp up.

Why China Is Wary of a Trump-Xi Summit

It could take months for agreement on a meeting between President Trump and Xi Jinping, China’s top leader, as Chinese officials seek a scripted encounter.

Stocks Mark Worst Month in Years as Trump’s Tariffs Loom

Markets around the world have wavered as fear and uncertainty over tariffs and trade wars rattle investors. The S&P 500 just recorded its worst month since 2022, shedding 5.8 percent in March.

Richard Carlson, Journalist Who Led Voice of America, Dies at 84

The father of the conservative commentator Tucker Carlson, he won a Peabody Award for television reporting that uncovered a car company’s fraud.

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In Tokyo, Rice Farmers Protest ‘Misguided’ Rules Fueling Shortages

A scarcity of rice is causing discontent among farmers and consumers in Japan and drawing attention to a policy some say has worsened shortages.

Barcelona Becomes Ground Zero for Europe’s Housing Dilemma

The Spanish city’s woes mirror a broader affordable-housing crunch spreading rapidly across Europe and driving inequality.

They Want More Babies. Now They Have Friends in the White House.

Advocates of higher birthrates have support in the Trump administration. But it’s unclear whether their priorities will win out.

Car Tariffs Are Coming. For Some Buyers, That Was a Reason to Act.

“Prices are going to shoot up now,” one shopper said. But some dealers said that economic concerns might be keeping people away.

Gai Gherardi, Who Made Eyeglass Frames Fashion Statements, Dies at 78

Her L.A. Eyeworks boutique, which she opened with a friend and fellow optician, was a pioneer in turning ordinary frames into bold, artistic accessories.

U.S. Presses French Companies to Comply With Trump’s Anti-Diversity Policies

A letter from the American Embassy in France gave firms that do business with the U.S. government five days to indicate their agreement.

Pension Funds Push Forward on Climate Goals Despite Backlash

At a time of resistance to environmental, social and governance goals, pension funds have become a bulwark against efforts to sideline climate risks.

Trump’s Not-So-Subtle Purpose in Fighting Big Law Firms

The president has attacked law firms for “frivolous” litigation. But his actions could undermine the basic right of Americans to sue their government.

How Pittsburgh’s Airport Makes Power to Avoid Heathrow-Like Outages

Pittsburgh International Airport avoids power outages and reduces its energy costs by generating electricity on site using natural gas and solar panels.

Bloomberg Has a Rocky Start With A.I. Summaries

The outlet has issued dozens of corrections to A.I.-generated news summaries since it started using the technology to write them this year.

They Were Deactivated From Delivering. Their Finances Were Devastated.

Millions of Americans earn money finding gig work through platforms like Uber, Lyft or DoorDash. Many see their financial lives upended when their account is suddenly blocked for unclear reasons.

Can Climate-Resilient Chickens Help Fight Poverty?

An initiative in Zambia is showing that a profit-seeking company can help rural farmers battling extreme weather breed chickens that lay more eggs.

Trump Commutes Ozy Media Founder’s Sentence Just Before His Surrender

Carlos Watson, who started the now-defunct digital media company, had been sentenced to almost 10 years in prison for trying to defraud investors and lenders.

Blackstone Weighs Taking a Small Stake in TikTok

The private equity giant is considering investing as the video app works to follow a law that requires it to separate from its Chinese owner, ByteDance, by next week.

Charlie Javice Found Guilty of Defrauding JPMorgan of $175 Million

Federal prosecutors convinced a jury that Ms. Javice, along with one of her executives, had faked much of her customer list before selling her start-up, Frank, to the bank.

U.S. Judge Orders Halt to Trump’s Effort to Dismantle Voice of America

Voice of America journalists argued in a lawsuit that the administration’s actions violated their First Amendment rights.