Social Security recipients will get a 2.8% cost-of-living boost in 2026
WASHINGTON (AP) — The Social Security Administration’s annual cost-of-living adjustment will go up by 2.8% in 2026, translating…
Trump administration slaps sanctions on Russia’s two biggest oil companies over Ukraine war
Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent announced new sanctions Wednesday against Russia’s two biggest oil companies and blasted Moscow’s refusal…
US and Australia sign critical-minerals deal
WASHINGTON (AP) — President Donald Trump and Australian Prime Minister Anthony Albanese signed a critical-minerals deal at the…
Trump promises ‘fantastic deal’ with China
WASHINGTON (AP) — President Donald Trump said Monday that the U.S. commands “great respect” from Beijing and that…
Stock market today: Live updates
Traders work on the floor at the New York Stock Exchange. Brendan McDermid | Reuters Stocks moved higher…
Trump looks to ‘get Russia done’ after Gaza ceasefire in place
WASHINGTON (AP) — President Donald Trump said Thursday he will meet again with Russia’s Vladimir Putin in an…
Dollar falls against yen and euro with trade dispute, rate outlook in focus
By Chibuike Oguh and Stefano Rebaudo NEW YORK (Reuters) -The U.S. dollar was on track for a third…
Trump Treasury Sec Reveals Argentina Bailout Is Actually Twice as Big
One day after Donald Trump celebrated a multibillion-dollar bailout for Argentina, his administration moved to double the ante.…
Major U.S. banks enjoy great quarter — assuaging trade fears
U.S. Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent adjusts his glasses during a meeting with U.S. President Donald Trump and President…
Strong bank earnings seem to overshadow escalating trade war
U.S. Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent speaks as he and U.S. Trade Representative Jamieson Greer hold a press conference…
Trump declares U.S.-China trade war as Bessent floats long truce
U.S. President Donald Trump said he saw the U.S. as locked in a trade war with China, even…
US is working on doubling aid to Argentina to $40 billion
WASHINGTON (AP) — The Trump administration is looking to provide an additional $20 billion in financing for Argentina…