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U.S. and China Dig In on Trade War, With No Plans for Formal Talks

The standoff over terms of negotiations, and whether they are happening, signals that a protracted economic fight lies ahead.

Solid Jobs Report Reinforces Fed’s Patient Approach to Interest Rate Cuts

The central bank is bracing for President Trump’s tariffs to dent growth while stoking inflation, keeping interest rate cuts at bay for now.

Don’t Count the Dollar Out Just Yet

As President Trump’s tariffs rock the world, German bonds and the euro are benefiting. But U.S. strength endures, our columnist says.

The Download: foreign disinformation intel, and gene-edited pork

This is today’s edition of The Download, our weekday newsletter that provides a daily dose of what’s going on in the world of technology. A senior State Department official demanded record...

Why Apple Warned About a $900 Million Tariff Hit

The iPhone maker warned that it may take a $900 million hit from President Trump’s levies, showing that even powerful companies aren’t immune from the trade war.

The Dangers of A.I. Flattery + Kevin Meets the Orb + Group Chat Chat

“A.I.s are getting more persuasive and they are learning how to manipulate human behavior.”

Hospitality hiring could slow as foreign tourists skip the U.S., for now.

President Trump remains bullish, even as the economy flashes warning signs.

After weeks of volatile trading, Friday’s report could set the tone on Wall Street.