Consumer Sentiment Steady but Worries Emerge Over Personal Finances

In May 2025, U.S. consumer sentiment continued its downward trajectory, with the University of Michigan’s Consumer Sentiment Index falling to 50.8 from 52.2 in April. This marks the fifth consecutive…

US stock futures rise after economic data aid comeback

U.S. stock futures rose on Friday, May 16, 2025, buoyed by encouraging economic data and ongoing optimism from the recent U.S.-China trade truce.  

From free planes to crypto meme coins, Democrats seize on Trump’s deals to raise corruption concerns

Democrats are intensifying their scrutiny of former President Donald Trump’s financial dealings, focusing on his acceptance of a $400 million private jet from Qatar and his family’s extensive cryptocurrency ventures.…

US stock futures lower amid focus on corporate news

U.S. stock futures edged lower on Thursday, May 15, 2025, as investors weighed corporate earnings reports and awaited key economic data and a speech from Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell.…

FDA moves to take fluoride supplements for children off the market

The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) announced on May 13, 2025, its intention to remove prescription ingestible fluoride supplements for children from the market. These supplements, including tablets, drops,…

Economic outlook brightens, recession odds fall after US-China tariff deal

The recent U.S.-China tariff agreement has significantly improved the economic outlook, reducing the likelihood of a recession and boosting investor confidence. 📉 Tariff Reductions and Economic Impact In a move…

US and China Take a Step Back From Sky-High Tariffs, Agree to Pause for 90 Days

The United States and China have agreed to a significant 90-day pause in their escalating trade war, marked by a substantial reduction in tariffs. This agreement, announced on May 12,…

Markets Rally on U.S.-China Trade Progress

📈 Markets Rally on U.S.-China Trade Progress — May 12, 2025 U.S. stock markets surged today as investors cheered new signs of progress in trade talks between the United States…

Family Dollar now on Uber Eats after closing hundreds of stores, amid pending sale

Family Dollar and Uber are teaming up months after Dollar Tree announced that it’s selling the bargain store to focus on its growth. According to aMay 6 news release, Uber announced that Family Dollar would…

US stock futures rise on news of China-US trade talks

U.S. stock futures rose on Wednesday, May 7, 2025, as investors welcomed the announcement of upcoming trade talks between the United States and China. Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent and Trade…