Global Markets Mixed as Investors Look Toward U.S., China Talks
Stock markets globally were mixed with U.S. futures pretty much flat following Thursday's bounce after the U.S.-U.K. trade deal.
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Investors have piled into funds offering variations on dividend investing, but one of the easiest methods has produced the highest return.
China's Exports to U.S. Plunge, in Sign of Bite From Trump Tariffs
The drop in U.S.-bound shipments was offset by a surge in Chinese goods to Southeast Asia, Africa, Europe and Latin America.
Trump Brings Millionaire Tax Idea Back to Life
Raising the top income-tax rate faces resistance from many congressional Republicans.
Trump's Bespoke Trade Deal With U.K. Sets Little Precedent for Other Nations
Many other agreements weren't seen as likely to come together quickly.
With U.K. Deal, U.S. Signals That 10% Tariff on World Is New Baseline
Both countries are hailing this as a good outcome, showing how much the landscape has shifted.
BOJ Rate Hike Unlikely Until Trade Uncertainty Clears
The Bank of Japan will likely hold fire for the next few months due to growing concerns about the impact of U.S. tariffs, a former member of the BOJ's policy board says.
RBA to Walk Rate-Cut Path With Dangers on Both Sides
The Reserve Bank of Australia is set to cut rates and keep on cutting until the official cash rate is at a far less restrictive level.
New York Fed Survey Finds Consumers Ambivalent on Inflation Outlook
Consumers sent mixed signals about their inflation expectations in the New York Fed's April survey. But the poll showed no serious rise in long-term inflation expectations.
Canada's Financial Stability Faces Stiff Test From U.S. Tariffs, Bank of Canada Says
Annual central bank report says there is a risk permanent tariffs could cause high unemployment and business insolvencies.
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May 09, 2025 07:00 ET (11:00 GMT)
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