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Trade War on Pause: Are We Safe From Price Hikes?

Trade War on Pause: Are We Safe From Price Hikes?

This week has been a whirlwind of political events and market reactions as trade policies dominated headlines. From President Donald Trump’s sweeping tariff announcements to global market fluctuations, here’s a comprehensive breakdown of the events and their broader implications. Timeline: Political Events and Market Reactions Monday, February 3,

North America on Edge: Trump’s Tariff Threats Loom as Saturday Deadline Approaches

North America on Edge: Trump’s Tariff Threats Loom as Saturday Deadline Approaches

The world of global trade is bracing for impact. With a stroke of his pen, former President Donald Trump is poised to slap 25% tariffs on Canadian and Mexican imports—a move that could disrupt $1.6 trillion in annual trade and send ripple effects across multiple industries. Why the

Trump vs. The Fed: Can Politics Influence Interest Rates?

Trump vs. The Fed: Can Politics Influence Interest Rates?

As the economy moves into 2025, interest rates remain a hot topic for consumers, businesses, and policymakers alike. After multiple rate cuts in 2024, many had hoped for further reductions to ease borrowing costs. However, the Federal Reserve is taking a more measured approach, keeping rates steady and signaling caution

How DeepSeek R1 is Redefining AI Competition

How DeepSeek R1 is Redefining AI Competition

If there’s one mantra from the past two years in tech investing, it’s been that Big Tech always wins. Big Tech—led by artificial intelligence juggernauts such as Microsoft/OpenAI, Alphabet, Meta, and Nvidia—has driven a massive run-up in US stock market valuations. But with the emergence