Economy

Trump pledges to get tough with tariffs again if elected

Proclaiming that “I’m a big believer in tariffs,” former President Donald Trump on Monday indicated he’s likely to reinstitute duties…

Saudi oil giant Aramco posts 25% fall in full-year profit

Saudi Arabia’s state oil giant Aramco reported a 25% decline in profit to $121.3 billion in 2023, down from $161.1…

Unemployment fell for Black women in February as more joined the labor force

Unemployment among Black women fell in February as the number of those looking for work increased, data released Friday by…

Ray Dalio says Taylor Swift should be president, posts Eras Tour selfie

Hedge fund billionaire Ray Dalio attended a Taylor Swift Eras Tour concert in Singapore, and posted a selfie from the…

U.S. job growth totaled 275,000 in February but unemployment rate rose to 3.9%

Job creation topped expectations in February, but the unemployment rate moved higher and employment growth from the previous two months…

Jobs report Friday is expected to show a slowing but still healthy labor market

Job growth in the U.S. likely decelerated in February while still a long way from stall speed as companies continue…