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Google is monopolist in online advertising tech, judge rules
The judge agreed Google "willfully engaged" in "anticompetitive acts."
April 17, 2025Labor group sues Starbucks, saying it ignores slave-like conditions for workers in Brazil
A labor rights group has alleged that Starbucks sourced coffee from a major Brazilian cooperative whose member farms were cited for keeping workers in slave-like conditions
April 24, 2025Strollers, other baby products will get more expensive, harder to find with tariffs
Raising a child in America has never been cheap
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New automaker Slate unveils a no-frills, stripped down EV for under $30K
"There are a lot of people who just need an affordable car."
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April 25
Swiss leader says US foresees 'privileged' talks with 15 countries on US tariffs
The Swiss president says Switzerland is among 15 countries with which the United States plans to conduct “privileged” negotiations to help reach a deal in the wake of sweeping U.S. tariffs on dozens of countries that have shaken global markets
April 25
April 25
7-Eleven's soon-to-be chief is confident he knows value, and thrifty customers
The first foreigner tapped to head 7-Eleven is confident the Japanese convenience store chain will continue to attract thrifty customers, even in an economic slowdown
April 25
April 25
Former South Korean President Moon calls his bribery indictment 'unjust'
Former South Korean President Moon Jae-in has called his bribery indictment “unjust” and accused prosecutors of abusing their power in what he called a politically motivated investigation
April 25
April 25
Canadians put off by Trump's bluster, border arrests are booking far fewer US visits
Trump’s attacks on Canada’s economy and threats to make it the 51st state have infuriated Canadians, who are canceling trips to the U.S. in big numbers
April 25
April 25
Asian shares soar after Wall Street rallies into a 3rd day
Asian markets are higher early Friday after Wall Street’s rally streaks for the 3rd day, driven by listed companies’ strong financial performance and hopes for the Fed to cut rates
April 25
April 24
Automakers focus on the global market, chide the US over tariffs at Shanghai's auto show
Booths of big Chinese, German and Japanese automakers are bustling at Shanghai's auto show as the industry keeps its sights on the wider global market not subject to steep U.S. tariffs on imports of cars and auto parts
April 24
April 24
Tik Toker Tori Dunlap talks how to build wealth
From negotiating salaries to paying off debt, TikToker and author Tori Dunlap says she has you covered. Dunlap told ABC News’ Stephanie Ramos how she hopes to reshape financial education.
April 24
April 24
Labor group sues Starbucks, saying it ignores slave-like conditions for workers in Brazil
A labor rights group has alleged that Starbucks sourced coffee from a major Brazilian cooperative whose member farms were cited for keeping workers in slave-like conditions
April 24
April 24
Stocks rise as Trump fuels optimism on trade deals
President Donald Trump said Thursday that the U.S. and China have been negotiating a deal on tariffs after Beijing said earlier that such assertions from Washington were "fake news."
April 24
April 24
US and China clash over status of trade talks. Here's what to know.
Trump said the two sides are discussing trade. China called it "fake news."
April 24
April 24
Companies making adjustments amid tariff turmoil
President Donald Trump said Wednesday that if the U.S. can't reach deals with other countries in the "next two or three weeks," he'll choose the tariff to place on them.
April 24
April 24
Investigation into concerns about health impacts of the Goodyear factory
ABC News’ Aaron Katersky looks into the concerns about potential health impacts in the surrounding neighborhood of a Goodyear factory in Niagara Falls, NY
April 24
April 24
March home sales slowed in a lethargic opening to the spring buying season
Sales of previously occupied U.S. homes slowed in March, a sluggish start to the spring homebuying season as elevated mortgage rates and rising prices discouraged many prospective home shoppers
April 24
April 24
Nissan revises down its earnings forecast with bigger losses
Nissan says it expects to rack up a loss totaling 700 billion yen ($4.9 billion) to 750 billion yen ($5.3 billion) for the fiscal year through March because of declining sales and the losing value of its assets
April 24
April 24
US filings for jobless benefits inch up as labor market remains strong
U.S. applications for jobless benefits rose modestly last week as business continue to retain workers despite fears of a possible economic downturn
April 24
April 24
Germany sees the economy stagnating in 2025 as Trump's trade policy weighs on it
The German government is forecasting the country’s economy, Europe’s biggest, will stagnate this year as U.S. President Donald Trump’s tariffs and trade threats weigh on its performance
April 24
April 24
Most Americans expect higher prices as a result of Trump's tariffs, new poll finds
A new AP-NORC poll suggests Americans’ trust in President Donald Trump to bolster the U.S. economy appears to be faltering
April 24
April 24
PepsiCo lowers full-year earnings forecast on tariff costs, lower consumer spending
PepsiCo lowered its full-year earnings expectations Thursday, citing increased costs from tariffs and a pullback in consumer spending
April 24
April 24
The UK says at an energy summit that green power will boost security, as the US differs
Britain has announced a major investment in wind power as it hosts an international summit on energy security
April 24
April 24
South Africa scraps proposed tax increase after coalition partners pushback
The South African government has canceled a proposed tax increase that has threatened to collapse the unity government after a pushback from various political parties
April 24
April 23
How wigs and extensions may be impacted by tariffs
Kiyah Wright, CEO of Muze Hair, says most of her products come from China as the beauty industry braces for potential impacts from President Donald Trump's tariffs.
April 23
April 23
Judge rules federal government owes nearly $28M to North Dakota for pipeline protests
A federal judge on Wednesday found the U.S. government liable to the state of North Dakota for more than $28 million in the state's lawsuit for recouping millions of dollars for policing the protest of the Dakota Access Pipeline
April 23
April 23
Stocks close higher on potential thaw in trade war
U.S. stocks closed higher on Wednesday, one day after President Donald Trump said tariffs on China would "come down substantially."
April 23
April 23
US stocks close higher after Trump signals thaw in trade war
U.S. and China may strike a "big deal" on trade, the Treasury secretary said.
April 23
April 23
Tesla's 'brand damage has been global,' Wedbush analyst Dan Ives says
Wedbush Securities analyst Dan Ives discusses Tesla's Tuesday earnings call and the drop in the company's profits.
April 23
April 23
Macron visits Madagascar in the first trip by a French leader to the former colony in 20 years
French President Emmanuel Macron has begun a two-day visit to the Indian Ocean island of Madagascar
April 23
April 23
Brazilian police probe a pension fraud scheme that stole $1 billion from retirees
Brazil’s federal police say they are investigating a scheme that diverted over 6 billion reais — or about $1 billion — from pensions paid by the National Social Security Institute
April 23
April 23
Pinterest pushes teens to close the app at school
Pinterest CEO Bill Ready discusses his company’s testing prompt that encourages teenagers to not use their app during school hours.
April 23
April 23
Boeing doesn't expect its recovery to be impacted by trade war with China
Boeing CEO Kelly Ortberg said Wednesday that he doesn’t expect the U.S. trade war with China to deter the company from its financial recovery and aircraft delivery targets even though Chinese airlines are refusing to accept the company’s planes
April 23
April 23
IRS in turmoil: Leadership changes, exits, and tax threats shake agency
The height of tax season was the height of turmoil at the IRS
April 23
April 22
Asian shares jump on hopes tariff war may subside and Trump won't fire Federal Reserve chief
Asian shares are mostly higher, with markets showing relief after President Donald Trump indicated he won’t dismiss the head of the U.S. Federal Reserve
April 22
April 22
Tesla profits drop 71% amid anti-Musk backlash
Musk's role at the White House set off worldwide protests at Tesla dealerships.
April 22
April 22
EVs, tariffs in the spotlight as Chinese automakers take leading role at Shanghai auto show
Leading automakers are showcasing their latest designed-for-China models at the Shanghai auto show this week
April 22
April 22
FAA finds safety concerns at Las Vegas airport in review
A federal review of helicopter safety around some of the busiest U.S. airports has revealed dangerous flying conditions at the Las Vegas airport
April 22
April 22
Tesla profits drop 71% amid anti-Musk backlash
Tesla's profits fell 71% over the first three months of this year, a company earnings release on Tuesday showed. The company's performance fell short of analysts' expectations.
April 22
April 22
Stocks rally as investors shake-off recession fears
Stocks rallied on Tuesday as markets attempt a recovery following a battering amid fears that President Donald Trump will attempt to fire Federal Reserve chairman Jerome Powell.
April 22
April 22
'Not going to be good': Student borrower repayments risk damage, experts say
Defaulted loans will be sent for collections next month.
April 22
April 22
Why gold prices are spiking as uncertainty looms over the economy
Gold topped $3,400 per ounce for the first time ever last week.
April 22
April 22
US, global economic outlook worsens in the face of Trump's tariffs, IMF says
The outlook for the U.S. and global economies this year and next has significantly worsened in the wake of President Donald Trump’s tariffs and the uncertainty they have created
April 22
April 22
Your clothes are shedding bits of plastic. Here’s what people are doing about it
Plastic is everywhere — and yet some people may be surprised at how much they actually wear
April 22
April 22
Asian shares trade mixed amid investor worries after Wall Street tumble
Asian shares are trading mixed amid global skepticism about U.S. investments and President Donald Trump’s trade war
April 22
April 21
Sec. of Agriculture on reducing grocery bills: 'We’re making eggs affordable again'
ABC News’ Linsey Davis speaks with Sec. of Agriculture Brook Rollins about the price of eggs, how Trump’s tariffs will impact farmers and bringing manufacturing back to the United States.
April 21
April 21
Stocks close lower after Trump attacks Fed chair Jerome Powell
President Donald Trump's remarks defied a longstanding norm of political independence at the Fed.
April 21
April 21
Dow closes down 970 points after Trump criticism of Powell rattles investors
Trump's remarks defied a longstanding norm of political independence at the Fed.
April 21
April 21
South Carolina Senate votes to remove state treasurer over $1.8B accounting error
South Carolina’s Republican-dominated Senate has voted to kick the Republican treasurer out of office
April 21
April 21
World Economic Forum founder Klaus Schwab retires as chairman
The World Economic Forum says its founder Klaus Schwab is retiring as chairman
April 21
April 21
Chipotle Mexican Grill heads to Mexico to open its 1st location south of the border
Chipotle Mexican Grill is coming to Mexico
April 21
April 21
China to retaliate with sanctions on US officials, NGO leaders over Hong Kong issues
China will sanction U.S. officials, lawmakers and leaders of non-governmental organizations who Chinese officials say have performed poorly on Hong Kong issues in a retaliatory move against Washington
April 21
April 21
China warns countries against making trade deals with the US unfavorable to Beijing
China is warning other countries against making trade deals with the United States to China’s detriment
April 21