GLOBAL ECONOMIC UNCERTAINTY

Apr 17 2025FINANCE

Trade Tensions: How the ECB's Rate Cut Affects You

The European Central Bank has lowered its main interest rate to 2. 25%, a move that reflects growing concerns about the global economy. This decision came after the US president announced broad tariffs on many of its trading partners. The ECB's action is a direct response to the uncertainty caused by these trade disputes. The bank's president, Christine Lagarde, poin...

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Apr 12 2025BUSINESS

The Unseen Impact of US-China Tariffs on Businesses

The sudden spike in tariffs on Chinese goods has left many US businesses in a tough spot. For years, companies like Learning Resources have relied on China for manufacturing. Rick Woldenberg, the CEO, had planned for a 40% tariff increase, thinking it was the worst that could happen. But then, the US government raised the tariffs to 54%, and later to 145%. This massi...

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