Americans may be altering their investing habits following a shaky period for the stock market and ahead of upcoming difficulties some experts have predicted for the U.S. economy at large. According to new polling by Gallup, only 16 percent of Americans now consider stocks the most lucrative form of long-term investment. That number is down
Amazon’s tariff transparency plans President Trump has said tariffs will likely impact shoppers, saying in a Cabinet meeting that tariffs could lead to fewer, but more expensive gifts this upcoming holiday season. Fox – 5 DC Amazon AMZN.O on Thursday tried to temper investor concerns about the impact of the Trump administration’s tariffs on its e-commerce business,
100 days of Trump: 3 key changes impacting people across America 100 days after returning to power, Donald Trump is charging ahead with tariffs, an immigration crackdown and federal cuts, including dismantling DEI. Wisconsin-based Sentry Equipment Corp. lost a $300,000 order from a Chinese customer due to tariff threats and shipping issues. The lost order
The price of gold has been on a monumental rally in recent weeks, driven by renewed demand amid rising economic and geopolitical tensions. Experts credited the surge to buying from the Asian market, and China in particular, telling Newsweek that gold bugs in both the public and private spheres appear to be increasingly banking on
Cryptocurrency scams cost Americans more than $5.6B last year: FBI The FBI announced on Monday, Sept. 9, that Americans lost more than $5.6 billion in cryptocurrency scams in 2023. Straight Arrow News Floridians lost over $1 billion to online scams in 2024, with seniors being the most targeted group. Investment and cryptocurrency scams led to
PETALING JAYA: The demand for gold is gaining steady traction as US policy unpredictability triggers shifts in global markets. The yellow metal has become a safe hedge against the uncertainties impacting most sectors today, said analysts, which in turn could support the historic high gold prices. SPI Asset Management managing partner Stephen Innes told StarBiz
For decades, the foundation of America’s economic and geopolitical strength has been its ability to export intangible assets like ideas, technologies, and expertise. But now, President Donald Trump’s trade policies risk unraveling the very system that has underpinned a century of American prosperity. CAMBRIDGE – There were no witches in Salem, Massachusetts, in 1692-93, yet
US tariffs could impact Indian exports in agriculture, pharmaceuticals, machinery, chemicals, and more. Experts warn of potential duty hikes and competitiveness issues. New Delhi, Apr 2 (PTI) Goods from sectors, including agriculture, precious stones, chemicals, pharma, medical devices, electricals, and machinery may get impacted if the US will go ahead with imposing reciprocal tariffs on
Markets around the world continue to sink on fears about President Donald Trump’s protectionist trade policies, and investors keep plowing money into gold, with futures hitting another record high Monday. Trump’s latest round of tariffs roll out Wednesday, which Trump has been calling “Liberation Day.” Interest in buying gold can rise sharply in times of
Anjana Anil and Anushree Mukherjee | Reuters White House downplays recession fears amid stock market concerns A new poll found that 70% of Americans, including a majority of Republicans, think President Trump’s trade policies will push prices higher. Scripps News Gold prices soared to record levels above $3,100 per ounce in a rally marking one