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How an escalating trade war will affect global growth, inflation and employment
Feb 3, 2025 BY Joseph Brusuelas
If the tariffs stick, they will trim 0.36 percentage points from U.S. GDP growth over the next 12 months, and PCE inflation will increase by 0.4%. ... READ MORE >Main Content
Canada, Tech, media and telecom, USA
A streaming-only Super Bowl may arrive sooner than you think
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Sports are one main reason consumers keep traditional TV packages — but streaming services are increasingly offering sports and attracting subscribers. … READ MORE >
Morning market minute: Trucking firms at risk amid trade tensions
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Trucking and transportation firms, especially small and midsize ones, would take a hit should large tariffs result in diminished demand and a reduced volume of goods crossing borders. … READ MORE >
Organizations dependent on federal funding need to consider options
By Matt Haggerty and Carla Contreras
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Organizations relying heavily on federal funding are especially vulnerable and should consider best practices to mitigate liquidity and financial risk due to operational disruptions … READ MORE >
Labor demand cools in December
By Tuan Nguyen
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Job openings fell to 7.6 million from 8.2 million in November, near the pre-pandemic level and providing the Fed with more relief regarding wage pressure on inflation. … READ MORE >