By Bedassa Tadesse, THE CONVERSATION | Editorial credit: bella1105 / Shutterstock.com Get ready to pay more for avocados, maple syrup and – well – almost everything. The U.S. officially imposed new 25% tariffs on Canada and Mexico on March 4, 2025, following through on a long-delayed pledge from President Donald Trump. American consumers and businesses are now bracing for higher costs and potential supply […]
By Greg David, THE CITY On-and-off taxes on imports from China, Mexico and Canada make planning difficult and keep customers cautious about spending, say entrepreneurs. The glass bottles that Annie Bassin uses to bottle her wellness beverage come from China and became 25% more expensive when President Donald Trump imposed a tariff during his first […]
By Esther Claudette Gittens The stock market experienced a sharp decline yesterday, rattling investors and renewing debates about the economic consequences of political leadership. The Dow Jones Industrial Average fell by 3.5%, the S&P 500 by 4.1%, and the Nasdaq by 5.2%, marking one of the most significant single-day drops in recent months. While market […]
