Carnegie: Two-Thirds of US See China as Equal or Greater Power
A clear majority of Americans now view China as a global peer or superior to the United States, reflecting a broad public belief that U.S. dominance is fading in an increasingly multipolar world, according to a new survey designed by the Carnegie Endowment for International Peace.
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US Trade Deficit Widens by the Most in 34 Years
The U.S. trade deficit widened by the most in nearly 34 years in November amid a surge in capital goods imports, likely driven by an artificial intelligence investment boom, which could prompt economists to trim their economic growth estimates for the fourth quarter.
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Unemployment Claims Tick Down & Remain Low
U.S. applications for unemployment benefits inched down modestly last week, remaining at historically healthy levels despite recent high-profile layoff announcements.
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Trade Group: US Social Media Checks May Cut Tourism by $15.7B
A U.S. plan to step up scrutiny of foreign visitors' social media use threatens to cut tourist spending by up to $15.7 billion this year as people decide to stay away, an industry group said Thursday.A survey of potential travellers to the United States from visa-exempt...
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Trump: US Should Have World's Lowest Interest Rates
President Donald Trump sharply criticized Federal Reserve Chairman Jerome Powell on Truth Social Thursday, accusing him of failing to cut interest rates and arguing that current policy is harming the U.S. economy and national security.
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China and the UK are attempting to reset their relationship — here's how
U.K. Prime Minister Sir Keir Starmer said he hopes to build "more sophisticated" ties with China as the two nations look to revive their bilateral relationship.
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