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Monthly tariff revenue falls for the first time since Trump's April rollout
A simmering cost-of-living crisis pushed Trump to announce roll backs in November of a number of food-related tariffs.
A divided Fed cuts interest rates again, as concerns mount about the U.S. job market
The cut could make it cheaper for Americans who hold a mortgage, have credit card debt or need to take out or refinance a personal loan.
More people are using GoFundMe for help with basic necessities, annual report finds
The fundraising site’s “Year in Help” report found that campaigns launched to help people with rent, utilities and groceries climbed 20% this year. 
Trump tests his 'affordability' message in a midterm battleground district
The president said "making America affordable again" is a top priority, while voters tell pollsters their bank accounts are still squeezed.
Trump doesn't rule out troops in Venezuela, says President Nicolás Maduro's 'days are numbered'
In a wide-ranging interview, the president also said Russia has the upper hand in negotiations over its war with Ukraine and called European leaders "weak."
It's a tale of two consumers this holiday season — and they're both at Walmart
"They don’t have the sales they used to have,” said Eileen Gowlak, a retiree who is prioritizing groceries at Walmart over clothes. She’s not alone.
Trump announces $12 billion in aid to farmers
China recently started buying U.S. soybeans again after a trade war halted the purchases in a blow to American farmers.
The Fed's favorite inflation indicator hit 2.8% in September
Personal spending appears to have stalled in September, another economic warning sign for the Fed to consider as it weighs whether to cut interest rates.
Trump to visit Pennsylvania to address the economy and inflation
The president's trip to tout his economic agenda comes as polls consistently show Americans are concerned about their financial outlooks.
Layoff announcements just hit the highest level since the pandemic
U.S.-based employers have announced plans to eliminate 1.2 million jobs so far this year.
Trump says he will roll back fuel efficiency standards for vehicles
The president blamed the existing rules for a surge in new vehicle prices, but experts say they expect little impact in the near term.
