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Trump's Tax Bill to Add $3.4 Trillion to National Debt

Trump's new tax bill, signed earlier this month, will add $3.4tn to the national debt over 10 years, despite $1.1tn in savings from Medicaid and food stamp cuts. The bill includes permanent tax cuts from 2017, increased border security funding, and eliminates renewable energy tax credits, resulting ...

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Trump Extends China Trade Deal, Imposes New Tariffs on Other Countries

The Trump administration plans to extend its trade deal with China, lowering tariffs past the August 12 deadline, while simultaneously imposing new tariffs on several other countries, including the EU, Mexico, Japan, South Korea, and Brazil, beginning August 1.

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Red-State Migration Slows as Housing Costs Rise

The migration of Americans from blue to red states, a key Republican talking point, is slowing due to rising housing costs and increased red tape in Sun Belt cities, potentially impacting the political landscape and highlighting a national housing crisis.

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Sustainable Cities and Communities
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Rising Term Premium Threatens Equity Valuations

A recent unexpected stock market rally masks a rising U.S. Treasury term premium, a key indicator of investor risk assessment, which could significantly impact equity valuations, particularly for long-duration assets, and potentially trigger a market correction.

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GM Profit Down 35%, but Beats Expectations Amidst Tariff Headwinds

General Motors' second-quarter profit fell 35% to $1.89 billion, exceeding expectations despite a $1.1 billion net tariff impact; the company plans $4 billion in US investments to mitigate future tariff exposure and maintains its full-year forecast.

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China further cuts US debt holdings to lowest since 2009

China decreased its US Treasury holdings to $756.3 billion in May, the lowest level since 2009, to reduce reliance on US debt and mitigate risks from geopolitical tensions and growing US fiscal deficits; this is part of a broader strategy to diversify foreign exchange reserves and advance renminbi i...

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GM's Q2 Profit Plunges 32% Amid Tariff Headwinds

GM's second-quarter core profit fell 32 percent to US$3 billion due to US$1.1 billion in tariff-related losses; the company expects further losses in Q3 and is adjusting its investment strategy.

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Trump's Attacks on Fed Chair Powell Spark Debate on Central Bank Independence

President Trump's relentless attacks on Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell have prompted economist Mohamed El-Erian to suggest Powell's resignation to protect the Fed's independence, sparking a debate among economists and officials about the institution's autonomy and the potential impact on the US...

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Peace, Justice, and Strong Institutions
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Asian Markets Mixed Amid Trade Talks, Election Results, and Tech Earnings

Asian markets show mixed results, with Tokyo down 0.3% post-election, while Hong Kong and Shanghai rise slightly; the dollar strengthens against major currencies; US-South Korea trade talks aim to avoid new tariffs; tech earnings loom large.

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Trump's Brazil Tariffs Threaten 25% Orange Juice Price Hike

President Trump's threatened 50% tariff on Brazilian orange juice could raise prices 20-25% at US supermarkets like Aldi and Walmart, impacting importer Johanna Foods, which filed a lawsuit arguing the tariff lacks legal basis and would cost the company $68 million annually.

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Buffett's Bank Stock Sell-Off Signals Looming Economic Slowdown

Warren Buffett's Berkshire Hathaway sold nearly $5 billion in US bank stocks, prompting concerns about a potential market downturn amid record profits for some banks, rising inflation, and uncertainty surrounding President Trump's economic policies.

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Record Beef Prices Hit US Consumers Amidst Shrinking Herds and Drought

Record-high beef prices, nearing \$9.26 per pound, are impacting US consumers due to shrinking cattle herds, drought, increased imports, and strong demand; this contrasts with recent egg price declines.

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