Cabot Creamery Butter Is Recalled Over Fecal Contamination Risk

The company said it was voluntarily recalling 189 cases of its eight-ounce, sea-salted Extra Creamy Premium Butter after it found elevated levels of coliform bacteria.

Bond Market Sell-Off Prompts Bank of England to Make Unusual Move

Britain’s central bank altered a planned bond sale, citing “recent market volatility.”

For U.S. Apparel Manufacturers, Chaotic Tariff Policy Isn’t Much Help

Even companies that make clothing in America aren’t feeling great about stiff duties on their overseas competition.

Social Security Rolls Back Restrictions on Filing for Benefits by Phone

The agency’s plan to curtail phone services, which was expected to send tens of thousands to its offices each week, had been widely criticized.

Trump Has Added 145% Tariff to China, White House Clarifies

White House officials clarified on Thursday that the 125 percent tariff the president announced on Wednesday was in addition to a 20 percent added to the country since President Trump returned to office.

Newsmax Made Defamatory Statements About Dominion, Judge Says

The defamation case, over falsehoods spread about the 2020 election, is headed to a jury this month.

What to Expect After Trump’s Tariff About-Face

Global markets are rallying on President Trump’s decision to pause most of his sweeping levies. But investors remain unsettled, especially as Washington and Beijing face off.

U.S. and China Headed for ‘Monumental’ Split, Putting World Economy on Edge

A deepening trade war could further weaken ties between the superpowers. The effects will reverberate everywhere.

Here’s the latest.

What to Know About the Latest China Tariffs and What They Mean for Prices

A broad variety of products made in China, including toys, clothing and electronics, may cost more. Shoppers could also see an impact from other tariffs.

Worried About Stock Market Swings? These Young Investors Aren’t.

While retirees and others fretted about their portfolios, some members of Gen Z and younger millennials kept calm and bought the dip.

Inflation Eased in March but Tariffs Raise Risk of Higher Prices

Policymakers and economists say the latest data is only a temporary reprieve as tariffs could stoke higher inflation.

Can Britain Be a ‘Sensible, Stable’ Haven in Trade War? Some See Potential.

The country faces several economic challenges but so far has avoided the worst of the turmoil afflicting targets of President Trump’s anger.

Inside Factories in China, a Struggle to Survive Trump’s Tariffs

Small factories with tiny profit margins have played a central role in China’s international competitiveness. Many could now face disaster.

Wall Street Stumbles as Relief Over Tariff Pause Fades

The S&P 500 slid, as trade hostilities continued to heat up between Washington and Beijing. Earlier, stocks in Europe and Asia soared.

House Strikes Down $5 Overdraft Fee Limit, Sending Issue to Trump

Lawmakers also struck down a rule giving the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau supervisory power over tech companies’ payments apps.

Market Chaos Brings Big Ratings to Television Business News

Viewership of Fox Business and CNBC has soared since President Trump’s tariffs created chaos in the global economy.

Top Pro Bono Leader Resigns from Paul Weiss, a Firm Hit in Trump’s Crackdown on Big Law

Steven Banks, who once ran New York’s social services department, said he wanted to return to helping the homeless. He leaves within weeks of the elite firm striking a deal with President Trump.

A Frenzy at Trader Joe’s: ‘Everyone’s Here for the Tote Bags’

For a second year, a limited run of mini canvas tote bags had people waiting in line outside Trader Joe’s stores. At some stores, they sold out in less than an hour.

Walmart Says Tariffs Have Added Uncertainty to Its Outlook

Executives at the largest retailer in the United States acknowledged the new environment, but told investors that they were confident in the company’s strategy.

‘BE COOL!’ Trump Says, as Tariffs Unleash Global Chaos

Amid the doom and gloom in financial markets, President Trump continues to insist he’s got a plan.

In a Storm of Tariffs, Many Companies See China as the Safest Harbor

The heavy U.S. tariffs on other Asian countries have made China a more appealing option for companies scared to make a hasty decision amid upheaval in global trade.

Bob McManus, Blunt Editorial Voice of The New York Post, Dies at 81

As the editor of the tabloid’s editorial page and as a columnist, he skewered those he considered phonies and symbols of failed progressivism.

Sell-Off in U.S. Bonds and Dollar Raises Questions About ‘Safe Haven’ Status

As the fallout from President Trump’s global trade war spreads, investors are fleeing what is typically seen as the safest corner.

Delta Warns Trump’s Trade War Will Weigh on the Economy

Delta is one of the largest U.S. companies to warn about the impact of trade tensions on its business.

A Small African Nation Has Few Options to Counter 50% U.S. Tariffs

In Lesotho, which makes denim that goes into U.S.-branded jeans, both the private sector and the government were weighing their next moves.

Oil Prices Recover After Trump Offers Tariff Reprieve

Crude prices climbed back above $60 a barrel as investors breathed a sigh of relief.

China Hits Back Again at Trump, Bringing New Tariffs on U.S. Goods to 84%

Beijing announced a new round of 50 percent tariffs in response to President Trump’s latest levies as the trade conflict between the superpowers escalates.

‘Explosive’ Markets Raise Uncertainty About Tariff Endgame

Another sharp sell-off in stocks and bonds greeted President Trump’s latest round of protectionist measures as fears of a U.S. recession grow.

Harry’s Razor Brand Seeks to Build a Consumer Goods Empire

The founders of the upstart personal grooming company said they planned to strike more deals. A public listing may be in the future as well.

China Condemns American ‘Protectionism’

Beijing issued a lengthy denunciation of U.S. trade policies and accused Washington of violating a trade deal the countries reached in President Trump’s first term.

U.S. Bond Sell-Off Is Another Worrisome Echo of the Liz Truss Fiasco

Yields on U.S. Treasuries rose Wednesday as investors sold government bonds, usually a haven. In Britain, a sustained version of that trend in 2022 led to a prime minister’s downfall.

Hobby Lobby Is Opening Its First Manhattan Store. Not Everyone Is Happy.

The crafts retailer, whose owners are vocal about their evangelical belief, is coming to TriBeCa in Manhattan. Not everyone is pleased.

Anxiety rises in Asia over how to negotiate with Trump.

India’s Drug Makers Shudder as Trump Again Threatens Tariffs

The United States is India’s biggest market for pharmaceutical exports, which are its most successful industrial exports.

Trump’s Tariffs Will Pummel Asia. But One Country Sees Opportunity.

Factory-led economies are panicking about the steep new tariffs. Not the Philippines, which believes its role as a manufacturing alternative to China can expand.

‘Totally Silly.’ Trump’s Focus on Trade Deficit Bewilders Economists.

Behind Trump’s new tariffs is a goal that is as ambitious as it is unrealistic: eliminating the bilateral trade deficit with every U.S. trading partner.

Here’s the latest.

Stocks Surge as Trump Announces a Delay to Global Tariffs

The S&P 500 spiked, showing investors’ relief to President Trump’s decision to pause high tariffs for most countries, except for China.

Pronouns in Bio? You May Not Get a Response From the White House.

Some Trump administration officials have declined to answer questions from several journalists on the basis of their email signatures.

Two Law Firms File for Permanent Relief From Trump’s Executive Orders

Jenner & Block and WilmerHale are seeking summary judgments against what one of them called “a plain violation of the First Amendment.”

Robert W. McChesney, Who Warned of Corporate Media Control, Dies at 72

In over a dozen books, he explored the failures of journalism and the internet, blaming capitalism and calling for the nationalization of Facebook and Google.

Panama Official Accuses Hong Kong Port Operator of Misconduct

The controller general of Panama said CK Hutchison, a Hong Kong conglomerate, did not properly renew its license to operate two ports that are part of a $19 billion deal involving BlackRock.

The Social Security Administration Has Been Changing. Here’s What to Know.

Deep staff reductions. New policies. Spreading misinformation. Since President Trump has taken office, the agency has been in tumult.

Oil Executives Are Quiet on Trump Policies. Privately, They’re Worried.

Eager to stay in Mr. Trump’s good graces, oil executives refrain from publicly criticizing the president. But privately, ‘Everybody’s afraid.’

Trump’s Tariffs Are Already Reducing Car Imports and Idling Factories

A few carmakers have closed factories, laid off workers or shifted production in response to the auto tariffs that took effect last week.

Wall Street Bursts With Anger Over Tariff ‘Stupidity’

Billionaire investors are in an unfamiliar position, watching and cringing as tariffs roll on and the stock market reels.

Trump Tariffs May Rewire Market Psychology

Trade tensions have begun to force a rethink about how much investors and businesses should bet on the United States.

Market Chaos Could Inflict Its Own Economic Damage

A big hit to portfolios would be felt acutely by higher-income Americans, whose spending has recently been the biggest driver of the economy.

American Whiskey Braces for Another Trump Trade War

The already battered spirits industry will see its supply squeezed if tariffs raise import costs and other countries’ retaliation closes off export markets.

Why a Plane-Size Machine Could Foil a Race to Build Gas Power Plants

Wait times for the hulking turbines needed to turn natural gas into electricity have doubled in the past year as companies scramble to build data centers for A.I.

Markets Slide Again in Afternoon Slump as Trade Tensions Escalate

An early rally on Wall Street faded and the S&P 500 ended the day down 1.6 percent after the White House reaffirmed plans to impose high tariffs on China and other countries at midnight.

Trump and Paramount Agree on Mediator in ‘60 Minutes’ Lawsuit

President Trump’s $20 billion suit accuses CBS News of deceptively editing an interview with former Vice President Kamala Harris.

No Big Stick: Many Tariff Targets Avoid Hitting Back

Just two of the 20 largest exporters to the United States have matched Mr. Trump’s moves with new tariffs of their own.

The leading U.S. business lobby warns tariffs could inflict ‘major harm.’

Top White House Adviser Indicates Offers From Trading Partners Won’t Convince Trump to Retreat

Peter Navarro, a senior White House trade adviser, defended President Trump’s tariffs, but the Treasury secretary said the U.S. might be ready to negotiate.

Prices for copper and other metals fall sharply as recession fears grow.

Trump Says No Pause to Tariffs as He Targets China for Retaliation

The president said he would counter Beijing’s tariffs, which came in response to Mr. Trump’s own levies, with even more tariffs on Chinese imports.

How a False Report on 90-Day Tariff Pause Made Markets Swing Wildly

The report, that President Trump was considering a pause on his expansive tariffs, spread on social media and was amplified by CNBC and Reuters. The White House called the claim “fake news.”

Bangladesh asks for a 3-month reprieve from the Trump tariffs.

What Is a Bear Market? Are We in One?

A bear market occurs when stocks fall 20 percent from a recent peak. As global markets continue their meltdown, here’s what it means for your money and the economy.

Jamie Dimon Warns Tariffs Could Increase Inflation and Weigh on Growth

In his annual letter to shareholders, Jamie Dimon, the chief executive of JPMorgan Chase, wrote that a trade fight could dampen consumer and investor confidence and increase inflation.

Britain Eases Rules on Electric Vehicles as Auto Tariffs Hit

Even before the latest tariffs by the Trump administration, Britain’s car industry was struggling.

Does Trump Have an ‘Off Ramp’?

With global markets again in free-fall, the president appeared to be losing support of business leaders, raising questions about his leverage in his trade fight.

China intervenes to ‘safeguard’ markets as shares tumble.

An arm of China’s sovereign wealth fund said it raised its holdings of Chinese stocks.

After a blowout week, Wall Street decision makers are bracing for more chaos.

The financial titans who backed Trump are now dealing with the fallout from his tariffs. They spent the weekend surveying the damage of last week’s major sell-off.

Trump’s Trade War Raises Bar for Fed Rate Cuts

Tariffs set to take effect this week risk stoking even higher inflation and slower growth than expected, complicating the central bank’s decisions on monetary policy.

‘The Tsunami Is Coming’: China’s Global Exports Are Just Getting Started

A staggering $1.9 trillion in extra industrial lending is fueling a continued flood of exports that could be spread even wider across the world by the Trump tariffs.

The Fed isn’t rushing to save the markets this time.

With stocks in a steep decline and tariffs inducing recession jitters, the patience of investors may be tested.

Here’s the latest.

Trump’s Tariffs Imperil the Fortunes of a Nissan Factory Town

Kanda, on Japan’s southern coast, grew in tandem with an auto plant that sends half of the cars it makes to the United States.

Oil Prices Tumble Further as Trump’s Tariffs Weigh on Economic Outlook

Crude oil now costs 15 percent less than it did before the president revealed his plans to impose stiff new tariffs on imports from most countries.

Bitcoin Is Down 10% Since Trump’s Global Tariff Announcement

The rapid drop shows that cryptocurrencies, which the president has promoted, are subject to the same market gyrations as any other risky asset.

Stocks Whipsaw With S&P 500 on the Precipice of a Bear Market

A brutal day for markets around the world added to the pain of last week’s turmoil. The S&P 500 ended nearly 18 percent below its February peak on Monday.

After a Blowout Week, Wall Street Decision Makers Brace for More Chaos

The financial titans who backed Trump are now dealing with the fallout from his tariffs. They spent the weekend surveying the damage of last week’s major sell-off.

Two Liquid Egg Brands Recalled Over Bleach Contamination Risk

Cargill Kitchen Solutions recalled more than 210,000 pounds of products under its Egg Beaters and Bob Evans labels.

Jesse Kornbluth, Magazine Writer Who Covered Everything, Dies at 79

He reported on the highs and lows of culture in the pages of Vanity Fair and elsewhere. He also wrote seven books of nonfiction and two novels.

‘A Minecraft Movie’ Arrives as a Surprise Box Office Smash

Weekend ticket sales totaled $163 million, Warner Bros. said, more than double the expected amount, ending a Hollywood dry spell.

Small Businesses Face a ‘Tornado’ of Challenges: Cuts, Freezes and Now Tariffs

President Trump vowed to aid entrepreneurs by reducing taxes and slicing red tape. But some owners say other policies have put them at a disadvantage.

‘White Lotus’ Audience Is Big, and Keeps Getting Bigger

The show, which ends its third season on Sunday, has built one of the largest audiences of any HBO series.

Used Tesla Market Heats Up as Owners Sell to Protest Elon Musk

Teslas that have been sold or traded in during the backlash against the company’s chief executive have become bargains on lots.

British Carmaker Jaguar Land Rover Pauses Shipments to U.S.

The luxury automaker, which faces 25 percent import tariffs, said it was halting shipments in April as it addresses the new trading terms.

A Tariffs Cheat Sheet

An escalating global trade war has tanked markets and plunged corporate America into chaos. DealBook asked economists, investors and other experts to help make sense of what’s next.

The Fed Isn’t Rushing to Save the Markets This Time

With stocks in a steep decline and tariffs inducing recession jitters, the patience of investors may be tested.

When Huge Trump Tariffs Hit Small African Economies

The amount of manufactured goods exported from Africa to the United States is minuscule. But for Lesotho, the impact of a stunning 50 percent tariff is enormous.

Do Dogs Belong at Work?

Plus, how to talk about office cleavage. (Yes, you can talk about it.)

Republicans Like to Cut Taxes. With Tariffs, Trump Is Raising Them.

President Trump’s tariffs are scrambling the Republican plan for the economy, long centered on tax cuts and growth.

Investors recoil from Trump’s pledge to remake the global economy.

Ted Cruz and Other Senate Republicans Question Trump’s Tariffs

One of the president’s allies warns that the trade barriers could hurt American business and consumers. But he has yet to take any real steps to reverse them.

More Than 500 Law Firms Back Perkins Coie in Fight With Trump

The firms signed a legal brief supporting Perkins Coie, calling the president’s actions a threat “to the rule of law.” The largest firms declined to sign.

Farmers Brace for Significant Losses in a New Trade War

China is the third-biggest buyer of U.S. agricultural products. Now that it has punched back with tariffs on American goods, farmers can expect to feel the pain.

Investors Recoil From Trump’s Pledge to Remake the Global Economy

Stocks hadn’t fallen this far this fast since the early days of the coronavirus pandemic. A 9.1 percent drop in the S&P 500 is the steepest weekly decline since March 2020.

Swiss Indignant to Make the Top 10 of Trump’s Tariffs List

Swiss companies bemoan the loss of a reliable partner, and called the 32 percent tariff “incomprehensible.”

Trump Calls India a Friend, but Is Trying to Block Its Imports

Stunned to see their own exports punished harshly, Indians are picking through the wreckage for signs of hope. There’s some but not a lot.

On Fox News, All Is Calm

There is no onscreen stock ticker. One anchor reassured viewers that “President Trump is keeping another campaign promise.”

Nintendo Delays Preorders for the Switch 2, Citing Tariffs

The new video game console will still be released in June, the Japanese company said. Its price was unveiled as $450 this week.

Airline stocks get hammered as investors worry about travel demand.

Powell Says Trump’s Tariffs Raise Risks of Faster Inflation and Slower Growth

Jerome H. Powell, chair of the Federal Reserve, says the central bank’s “obligation” is to ensure that a “one-time increase in the price level does not become an ongoing inflation problem.”

Trump Sounds Defiant Note as Tariffs Roil Markets Again

After China announced new retaliatory measures against the United States, President Trump responded that Beijing “PLAYED IT WRONG.”

Tariffs Drive Another Market Meltdown

A rapidly escalating trade war has socked stocks as investors weigh the fallout from President Trump’s tariff barrage.

Here’s the latest.

The job market has been resilient. Trump’s trade war could be its undoing.

‘Wait, Baby, Wait’: Slumping Oil Prices Reflect Economic Worries

Fears that President Trump’s tariffs could slash global economic growth — and demand for oil — are weighing on the market.

Trump’s Trade War Escalates as China Retaliates With 34% Tariffs

The Chinese government said it would match President Trump’s tariff, and also barred a group of American companies from doing business in China.

Employers that rely on immigrants push for laws to ensure flow of laborers.

Trump’s promise to bring back factory jobs clashes with the 21st century pursuit of free trade.

Trump Blocked America’s Front Door to China. Now He’s Closing Back Doors.

The U.S. tariffs on transshipment countries like Vietnam and Cambodia are so steep that they could force a major reassessment of global supply chains.

Trump’s Threatened Tariff on Buyers of Venezuelan Oil Could Squeeze China

Venezuela owes China’s banks about $10 billion, and its oil is about the only legal way it has to pay them back.

How to Protect Your Retirement Savings Now as Markets Plunge

If you’re within five years of retiring, either before or after, you’re at your most vulnerable financially. Here are steps to weather the volatility.

U.S. Employers Added 228,000 Jobs in March, but Outlook Is Clouded

The gain was stronger than expected, though the impact of President Trump’s tariffs and other policies on the labor market has yet to play out.

Strong jobs report reinforces Fed’s patient stance even as Trump’s tariffs loom large.

Stocks Drop Again as Trade War Intensifies

Continued worries about President Trump’s trade policies and retaliation by major trading partners overshadowed an unexpectedly strong report on the U.S. labor market.

Lawsuit Challenges Trump’s Legal Rationale for Tariffs on China

A nonprofit group said the president misapplied a law in imposing those levies and portrayed its filing as the first lawsuit to challenge the Trump administration over its tariffs.

John Thornton, Who Revived Local Journalism, Is Dead at 59

He founded The Texas Tribune, a model for nonprofit grass-roots news organizations nationwide, and the American Journalism Project, which supports them.

Why your can of beer might get more expensive.

The Trump administration will impose a 25 percent tariff on all imported beer that comes in cans starting Friday, part of sweeping measures against foreign steel and aluminum.

In Worst Stock Market in Years, Slow and Boring Has Eased the Pain

People have avoided huge losses by holding old-fashioned, well-balanced investments, an approach our columnist is banking on for the future.

What to Know About Trump’s New Tariffs

The president announced sweeping tariffs on Wednesday in an effort to reset global trading relationships. Here’s what you need to know.

Oil Producers Follow Trump’s Tariffs With a Surprise Increase

Saudi Arabia and other members of the OPEC Plus group accelerated their program to put more oil on the market, adding to a sharp fall in prices.

Volkswagen to Add ‘Import Fee’ to Cars Sold in U.S.

The company’s move is one of the first and clearest examples of automakers using price increases to deal with the 25 percent tariffs President Trump imposed on car and auto parts imports.

Mexico’s leader unveils a plan to blunt tariffs by increasing domestic production of food, energy and textiles.

With Deadline Looming, Details of a Potential TikTok Deal Emerge

The video app is barreling toward a Saturday deadline to change its ownership under federal law or face a ban in the United States.

Canada’s Prime Minister Puts Tariffs on U.S.-Made Cars and Predicts Global Upheaval

Mark Carney, a former central banker, also called on “like-minded countries” to form a new trading order without the United States.

Former Treasury Secretary Lawrence Summers says he would have quit over Trump’s tariffs plan.

Fed expectations diverge sharply as Trump’s trade war upends forecasts.

Splits are emerging about when the central bank will be able to lower interest rates again.

Trump’s De Minimis Order Poised to Upend E-Commerce

The loophole has allowed retailers to send goods from China directly to U.S. shoppers without paying tariffs. Closing it could raise consumer prices.

Trump’s tariffs deliver a blow to Nike’s bet on Vietnam.

Nike thought Vietnam would be a cheaper and less fraught zone for manufacturing than China. Now, all bets are off.

The Job Market Has Been Resilient. The Trade War Could Be Its Undoing.

The U.S. economy has largely withstood inflation and high interest rates. But tariffs could bring new price increases and put a damper on hiring.

How Much Will Trump’s Tariffs Cost U.S. Importers?

It will cost an extra nearly $900 billion in tariffs to bring shoes, TVs and all other imports into the United States, a new analysis of trade data shows.

Stocks of Consumer Brands Hit Hard by Tariffs

Many sportswear brands shifted production away from China to avoid tariffs imposed years ago, but now they face punishing levies targeting alternative manufacturing hubs.

Radhika Jones, Vanity Fair’s Top Editor, Steps Down

Ms. Jones has led the gilded magazine of culture, business and politics since 2017.

Mexico’s president says her country was given ‘preferential treatment’ in the new U.S. tariffs announcement.

Vietnam’s prime minister urges calm as the shock of high U.S. tariffs sinks in.

Capital One Deal for Discover Clears Justice Dept. Hurdle

The department, during the Biden administration, initially said it had concerns about the merger of two of the largest credit card companies in the U.S.

An app helps Italians to shop local after Trump imposes tariffs.

By reading country-of-origin information, the app helps consumers make better decisions, its proposers say.

More Penguins Than People: Trump Imposes Tariffs on Remote Islands

Some of the more sparsely populated territories in the world that do little trade with the United States have been caught up in the trade war.

Trump’s Tariffs Hit Garment Makers in Bangladesh and Sri Lanka Hard

The industry supplies low-cost clothing to the United States, and is a crucial part of the Asian countries’ economies.

Trump’s Trade War Risks Forfeiting America’s Economic Primacy

The United States has steered an economic order for 80 years based on trade and trust, making the country the world’s financial superpower. That vision is now blurred.

Lists of tariffs issued by the White House show different figures for some countries.

Ford Offers Discounts on Cars and Trucks as Auto Tariffs Kick In

The company said it would offer customers the same prices it offers its employees on most of its vehicles.

Apple Plunges 9%, Leading a Tech Sell-Off

The company counts on the sale of devices for three-quarters of its nearly $400 billion in annual revenue, and it makes almost all of its iPhones, iPads and Macs overseas.

As Wall Street sags, Lutnick says American markets will eventually do ‘extremely well.’

Fact-Checking Trump’s Claim About Egg Prices

As he announced sweeping tariffs, President Trump claimed there had been a large decline in the price of eggs. That’s not the whole picture.

Oil and metals prices fall on concerns about the global economy.

The combination of lower oil prices and higher costs for essential materials like steel pipe threatens to squeeze domestic oil and gas producers.

Trump’s Tariffs Don’t Apply to Chips, but Taiwan Remains Wary

The chip companies in Taiwan, the center of the global supply chain, are expected to face pressure from Washington to invest more in the U.S.

Trump Took a Wrecking Ball to Southeast Asia’s Role as an Alternative to China

Punishing tariffs on Vietnam, Cambodia, Thailand and others in the region threaten their position as major manufacturing hubs for the American market.

How Countries Responded to Trump’s Tariffs

China vowed countermeasures and the E.U. promised a unified response, while Britain and Japan refrained from immediate retaliation.

The Fallout From Trump’s Reign of Tariffs

Global markets were in a tailspin on Thursday as policymakers and trade partners expressed dismay over president’s latest trade-war salvo.

Why Did Trump Spare Russia From New Tariffs?

The Trump administration says sanctions imposed on Moscow mean the U.S. does little trade with Russia, but questions persist about the motivations.

Trump’s Tariffs Pose a New Threat for Germany’s Stagnant Economy

President Trump’s trade war adds another challenge to the incoming government’s attempts to revive Europe’s biggest economy.

A Stunned World Reckons With Economic Fallout From Trump’s Tariffs

Not even America’s closest trading partners were spared by a policy broadside that spooked investors and left policymakers scrambling to formulate responses.

Trump Is Promising a Manufacturing Renaissance. Is That Even Possible?

The president says “jobs and factories will come roaring back” because of his trade policies, but the economic story of the American 21st century has also been shaped by the deliberate pursuit of freer trade.

Japan Lacks a ‘Viable Option’ for Retaliating to Trump’s Tariffs

Japan has refrained from talk of striking back at U.S. tariffs. Trade experts say that is because its inflation-strained economy limits its options.

Here’s the latest.

China assails Trump’s new tariffs and vows retaliation.

Auto Tariffs Take Effect, Putting Pressure on New Car Prices

President Trump says the tariffs will encourage investment in U.S. factories, but analysts say car buyers will have to pay thousands more.

China Will Face at Least 54 Percent Tariffs With Trump’s New Order

The 34 percent tariff announced on Wednesday is in addition to two rounds of import taxes the president already imposed since January.

How Are Trump’s Tariff Rates Calculated?

The answer appears to begin with the total trade deficit America runs with its trading partners.

President Trump scraps tax loophole on low-cost goods.

Americans’ Reactions to Trump’s Tariffs Range From Worried to Enthusiastic

Critics warned that the levies could fuel inflation and slow economic growth, while those who supported the move said it was long overdue.

Trump Announces Tariffs on Global Trading Partners

During a news conference, President Trump announced that he would impose a baseline 10 percent tariff on all trading partners, as well as double-digit “reciprocal tariffs” on dozens of other countries.

Trump Tariffs: See Which Countries Have the Highest Rates

President Trump unveiled sweeping tariffs that included actions on dozens of countries at very high levels.

Trade War Sets Off ‘Max Pessimism’ in Global Markets as Stocks Plunge

The S&P 500 fell almost 5 percent on Thursday, its worst drop since June 2020, as President Trump’s higher-than-expected tariffs set off another round of economic worry.

Richard Bernstein Dies at 80; Times Correspondent, Critic and Author

He wrote from Europe and Asia, served as a book critic and produced a raft of books, on subjects ranging from the French condition to multiculturalism.

Spotify Sells Itself to Advertisers as ‘Nutritional’

After finally achieving profitability, the streaming platform wants to be a healthy alternative to “doom scrolling.”

Another Big Law Firm Reaches Agreement With Trump

Milbank, based in Manhattan, agreed to provide $100 million in pro bono legal services to causes supported by the president and the firm.

Countries Targeted by Trump’s Tariffs May Strike Back at U.S. Services

Service sectors make up the vast bulk of the American economy, which gives trading partners some clout in trade negotiations.

American exporters had been vying to shape Trump’s trade agenda.

Trump’s advisers disagree on the goal of new tariffs. Is it to raise revenue, or lower trade barriers?

Trump’s supporters have clashed over the true goal of forthcoming global tariffs: raising revenue, or lowering foreign trade barriers?

Companies rushed to import goods ahead of the tariffs. Here’s what that looked like.

Why Was Newsmax, the Right-Wing Channel, Suddenly Worth More Than U.S. Steel?

Newsmax lost $55 million in the first half of last year. But its stock surged this week as shares in the company traded on the public market for the first time.

Tariffs Are Likely to Hit U.S. Renewable Energy

The components used to assemble wind turbines are made by suppliers around the globe.

Here’s the latest.

Trump Media Refiles to Register the President’s Shares, Worth $2 Billion, for Sale

President Trump’s shares of the company have been held in a trust since he won the election last year. The stock has plunged 40 percent this year.

In Trump’s Fight With Perkins Coie, the Richest Firms Are Staying Quiet

None of the nation’s top-10 firms by revenue have signed a legal brief demonstrating support for the law firm that is resisting an executive order.

Amazon Said to Make a Bid to Buy TikTok in the U.S.

The e-commerce giant put in a last-minute offer for the popular video app, according to three people familiar with the talks. TikTok faces a Saturday deadline to change its ownership structure.

The ‘Bazooka’ Europe Could Use to Fight Trump’s Tariffs

European officials are weighing deploying a tool called the anti-coercion instrument that would potentially target American tech and financial giants.

U.S. Seeks to Calm Tempest in Europe Over Trump’s Anti-Diversity Policies

European companies and officials are balking at what they see as a campaign to impose U.S. policy abroad.

Trump’s Global Trade War Makes the Fed’s Task Tougher

Tariffs risk slowing growth and making inflation stickier, a tricky combination for the central bank as it debates what to do about interest rates.

Nintendo Switch 2 Will Release in June and Emphasize Streaming

The company said Mario Kart World and Donkey Kong Bananza would be part of the early game lineup, also sharing details on the console’s technical upgrades.

How Trump’s Tariffs Might Go Down

The president is set to announce details of his sweeping tariffs, as companies and global trading partners scramble to respond.

Trump Unveils Expansive Global Tariffs

The president said the charges, at least 10 percent on nearly all trading partners, would restore fairness, but experts warned they could destabilize the world’s economy.

Chuck Todd Wants You to Meet the Pods

After leaving NBC News in January, the former “Meet the Press” moderator is starting a new chapter as a media entrepreneur.

Elon Musk Backlash Turns Into Global Sales Slump for Tesla

Mr. Musk’s involvement in right-wing politics contributed to a 13% drop in deliveries in the first quarter, including steep declines in E.V.-friendly places like Norway.

Inside Elite Law Firms, Protests and Quitting After Trump Deals

The discontent does not appear to be resonating with leaders at Paul Weiss and Skadden, but it could hamstring their recruitment efforts.

How a Small Violin Part Highlights Bigger Problems for the Global Economy

A family business in Ottawa that makes special shoulder rests for violins is imperiled by both Trump’s tariffs on Canada and potential Canadian retaliation.

Trump Expected to Announce Reciprocal Tariffs for Other Countries

President Trump is expected to announce new tariffs on goods imported from outside the U.S., which could match the levies that other countries place on products made in America.

Auto Sales Surged in Anticipation of Trump’s Tariffs

Sales of cars picked up recently partly as buyers rushed to lock in deals before President Trump’s 25 percent tariffs on cars and auto parts go into effect.

Shake-Up in China’s Auto Sector: Two Giants Are Discussing a Merger

The state-owned automakers, longtime joint venture partners of Ford and Nissan, might combine operations as Beijing consolidates its sprawling car sector.

Fatal Crash in China Puts Assisted Driving Tech Under Scrutiny

A popular electric vehicle made by the Chinese consumer electronics giant Xiaomi crashed into a concrete guardrail while deploying its autonomous driving feature. Three people died.

Hooters Files for Bankruptcy, but Its Restaurants Will Stay Open

A group that includes the restaurant’s founders will buy restaurants from the private equity firm that owns many locations of the chain.

High Stakes and Lack of Details Add to Trade War Jitters

Business leaders and investors remain on edge ahead of President Trump’s expected announcement of a sweeping new round of tariffs.

Amazon’s New Movie Strategy Starts With Theaters

The streaming giant is planning to release at least 14 movies a year in theaters around the country, rivaling other major studios.

As Trump Stokes Uncertainty, the Fed Asks Businesses Where It Hurts

The central bank’s outreach to companies has taken on new significance as the outlook for growth and inflation gets cloudier.

Want to Play a Game? Global Trade War Is the New Washington Pastime.

Two dozen trade experts gathered recently to simulate how a global trade war would play out. The results were surprisingly optimistic.

How Trump’s Tariffs Are Hitting One Chinese Factory Owner: ‘We Are Helpless’

President Trump’s policies are straining trade ties and challenging a long-held truth in China about the centrality of the U.S. market.

Johnson & Johnson Loses in Court Again in Bid to Settle Talc Cases

A judge dismissed an attempt to use a bankruptcy court to resolve tens of thousands of claims that the company’s talcum power products caused cancer.

Trump Administration Tallies Trade Barriers That Could Prompt Tariffs

The Office of the United States Trade Representative released a report highlighting foreign trade barriers that could influence tariffs the president puts into effect this week.

White House May Remake Reporters’ Seating Chart, Escalating Tensions

The Trump administration is planning another encroachment into the day-to-day arrangements of the journalists who cover it.

The Loosening of American News Anchors

Don Lemon, Joy Reid and Jim Acosta, exiled or extricated from their networks, are now on Substack, trading sleek studios and “pancake makeup” for their living rooms.

America Has Never Been Wealthier. Here’s Why It Doesn’t Feel That Way.

A surge in U.S. wealth has been driven by stock and home values. But the gains are concentrated at the top, leaving others in a sour economic mood.

Trump’s Science Policies Pose Long-Term Risk, Economists Warn

Since World War II, U.S. research funding has led to discoveries that fueled economic gains. Now cutbacks are seen as putting that legacy in jeopardy.

Tariff Gambit Bets Americans Will Swallow Higher Prices

Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent argues that the American dream is about more than cheap televisions, but inflation-weary consumers might disagree.

Trump Family Pushes Further Into Crypto, Starting Another Venture

Eric Trump and Donald Trump Jr. are investing in a Bitcoin-mining company called American Bitcoin, created by the merger of two firms.

Real Estate Fund Exceeds $2.5 Billion for Affordable Housing

The size of the fund, which is run by the Vistria Group, highlights how investors see an opportunity to address the nation’s housing crisis.

Tariffs Keep Wall Street on Edge

President Trump’s latest trade war threat is expected to come into effect this week, but businesses and investors remain unsure about how much it will hurt.

Isomorphic Labs, Google’s A.I. Drug Business, Raises $600 Million

The company, which uses artificial intelligence to develop new treatments, now counts the venture capital firm Thrive Capital as a backer.

Primark C.E.O. Resigns After ‘Error of Judgment’

Paul Marchant has left the clothing retailer after “an allegation made by an individual about his behavior,” the company said.

The Chinese Electric Vehicle Founder Who Wants In on Trump’s America

Wen Han is intent on listing Windrose’s stock in New York. He is fueled by $300 million, Chinese technology and a belief that “China doesn’t have to be the enemy forever.”

As Trump Squeezes the Immigrant Work Force, Employers Seek Relief

Businesses that rely on immigrants are pushing for legislation to ensure an adequate, legal flow of laborers from abroad as deportations ramp up.

Why China Is Wary of a Trump-Xi Summit

It could take months for agreement on a meeting between President Trump and Xi Jinping, China’s top leader, as Chinese officials seek a scripted encounter.

Stocks Mark Worst Month in Years as Trump’s Tariffs Loom

Markets around the world have wavered as fear and uncertainty over tariffs and trade wars rattle investors. The S&P 500 just recorded its worst month since 2022, shedding 5.8 percent in March.

Richard Carlson, Journalist Who Led Voice of America, Dies at 84

The father of the conservative commentator Tucker Carlson, he won a Peabody Award for television reporting that uncovered a car company’s fraud.

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In Tokyo, Rice Farmers Protest ‘Misguided’ Rules Fueling Shortages

A scarcity of rice is causing discontent among farmers and consumers in Japan and drawing attention to a policy some say has worsened shortages.

Barcelona Becomes Ground Zero for Europe’s Housing Dilemma

The Spanish city’s woes mirror a broader affordable-housing crunch spreading rapidly across Europe and driving inequality.

They Want More Babies. Now They Have Friends in the White House.

Advocates of higher birthrates have support in the Trump administration. But it’s unclear whether their priorities will win out.

Car Tariffs Are Coming. For Some Buyers, That Was a Reason to Act.

“Prices are going to shoot up now,” one shopper said. But some dealers said that economic concerns might be keeping people away.

Gai Gherardi, Who Made Eyeglass Frames Fashion Statements, Dies at 78

Her L.A. Eyeworks boutique, which she opened with a friend and fellow optician, was a pioneer in turning ordinary frames into bold, artistic accessories.

U.S. Presses French Companies to Comply With Trump’s Anti-Diversity Policies

A letter from the American Embassy in France gave firms that do business with the U.S. government five days to indicate their agreement.

Pension Funds Push Forward on Climate Goals Despite Backlash

At a time of resistance to environmental, social and governance goals, pension funds have become a bulwark against efforts to sideline climate risks.

Trump’s Not-So-Subtle Purpose in Fighting Big Law Firms

The president has attacked law firms for “frivolous” litigation. But his actions could undermine the basic right of Americans to sue their government.

How Pittsburgh’s Airport Makes Power to Avoid Heathrow-Like Outages

Pittsburgh International Airport avoids power outages and reduces its energy costs by generating electricity on site using natural gas and solar panels.

Bloomberg Has a Rocky Start With A.I. Summaries

The outlet has issued dozens of corrections to A.I.-generated news summaries since it started using the technology to write them this year.

They Were Deactivated From Delivering. Their Finances Were Devastated.

Millions of Americans earn money finding gig work through platforms like Uber, Lyft or DoorDash. Many see their financial lives upended when their account is suddenly blocked for unclear reasons.

Can Climate-Resilient Chickens Help Fight Poverty?

An initiative in Zambia is showing that a profit-seeking company can help rural farmers battling extreme weather breed chickens that lay more eggs.

Trump Commutes Ozy Media Founder’s Sentence Just Before His Surrender

Carlos Watson, who started the now-defunct digital media company, had been sentenced to almost 10 years in prison for trying to defraud investors and lenders.

Blackstone Weighs Taking a Small Stake in TikTok

The private equity giant is considering investing as the video app works to follow a law that requires it to separate from its Chinese owner, ByteDance, by next week.

Charlie Javice Found Guilty of Defrauding JPMorgan of $175 Million

Federal prosecutors convinced a jury that Ms. Javice, along with one of her executives, had faked much of her customer list before selling her start-up, Frank, to the bank.

U.S. Judge Orders Halt to Trump’s Effort to Dismantle Voice of America

Voice of America journalists argued in a lawsuit that the administration’s actions violated their First Amendment rights.

Trump Suffers Day of Losses in His Retribution Campaign Against Law Firms

The president said the firm of Skadden, Arps, Slate, Meagher & Flom had agreed to provide $100 million in pro bono work on issues that he supports.

Stocks Fall as Inflation Anxiety Dampens Mood on Wall Street

The S&P 500 index dropped 2 percent as investors weighed hotter-than-expected inflation data and braced for President Trump’s next round of tariffs.

Trump Pardons Trevor Milton, Founder of Bankrupt Truck Maker Nikola

President Trump’s intervention came while Mr. Milton was appealing his conviction on securities and wire fraud charges.

As Firms Sue to Stop Trump’s Executive Orders, a Split Emerges in Big Law

The president has targeted firms that he claims have “weaponized” the legal system. On Friday, Jenner & Block and WilmerHale fought back in court, while Mr. Trump said he’d reached a deal with Skadden to avert an executive order.

Calm Your Investing Life: Own a Bit of Everything

People with bond and international stock funds have held their own, despite a shaky U.S. stock market and the uncertainty and turmoil flowing from the White House.

Inflation Remained Sticky Ahead of Trump’s Escalating Trade War

The Federal Reserve’s preferred inflation measure showed underlying price pressures persisting in February, as inflation-adjusted spending stayed muted.

Is CoreWeave’s Debut an Ill Omen for I.P.O.s?

The A.I. company is set to make its market debut on Friday amid concerns about its business model and the health of the wider economy.

Trump’s Tariffs Leave Automakers With Tough, Expensive Choices

Carmakers are likely to face higher costs regardless of how they respond to President Trump’s 25 percent tariffs on cars and auto parts.

The Town That Went Crazy for Crypto

In San Pedro, Argentina, 16,000 people, a fifth of the population, signed up for a cryptocurrency exchange where everyone won. Until they didn’t.

The ‘Brocasters’ Have Listeners in a Chokehold

What do President Trump and Mark Zuckerberg have in common? They’re getting into the ring with Joe Rogan.

As Military Spending Soars, Demand for Spy-Proof Real Estate Booms

Leasing for defense and aerospace start-ups is up as global tensions and conflicts buoy investments in manufacturing.

Xi Jinping Meets Global Business Leaders Amid Trade Tensions

German investment in China’s auto industry has been one of the few bright spots as foreign investment has slowed to a crawl.

Trump Could Hand China a ‘Strategic Victory’ by Silencing Voice of America

Generations of Chinese, including our columnist, turned to U.S. government-run outlets for an education in democracy, rights and the English language.

Head of Amazon’s TV and Film Steps Down

Jennifer Salke held the position for seven years. The tech giant named separate chiefs for television and movies.

Skadden, a Top Law Firm, Is in Talks to Avert an Executive Order

The discussions come as President Trump has taken aim at WilmerHale, another big law firm. Other major firms are said to be trying to cut deals with the White House.

World Leaders React to Trump’s Auto Tariffs

President Trump’s announcement of 25 percent tariffs on imported cars and auto parts prompted world leaders to rebuke the decision.

Trump’s Tariffs Will Raise Car Prices, but It’s Too Soon to Know When

Experts say the 25 percent import fee will make many cars more expensive, but it is not clear when, by how much or which models.

U.S. Faces ‘Significant Risks’ From Debt, Analysts Say, as Trump Pursues Tax Agenda

At its current rate of borrowing, the country’s debt as a share of the economy will reach 118% in 2035, the Congressional Budget Office said on Thursday.

Sundance Picks Its New Home: Boulder, Colo.

The Sundance Institute chose the new location for the movie festival because it had outgrown Park City, Utah, its home for the past 40 years.

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Warner Bros. Chief Vowed to Revive Its Film Studio. It’s Not Going Well.

David Zaslav promised to revive the storied film studio when he took over Warner Bros. Discovery. That was three years ago.

How Major Car Brands Are Affected by Trump’s Tariffs

The scale of the damage depends on the circumstances of each company’s supply chain.

Germany and France Say Europe Must Respond to Trump’s Auto Tariffs

Leaders in both countries warned that tariffs would fan inflation in the United States and upend global supply chains.

Tariff Sticker Shock

President Trump’s vow to hit the global automotive industry with new duties risks raising inflation and inflaming trade-war tensions.

W.N.B.A. Practice Facilities Are Starting to Rival the N.B.A.’s

In its next gambit to lure and foster talent, the New York Liberty are unveiling plans for a building in Brooklyn with state-of-the-art training facilities and child care rooms — as well as a zenlike locker room.

Auto Stocks Rattled as Investors Assess Hit From Trump’s Tariffs

The U.S. import taxes are likely to disrupt the complex supply chains of major carmakers, hitting companies that export vehicles from Mexico, Canada, Japan, South Korea and Germany.

Trump’s Punishing Tariffs Stun America’s Automaker Allies

Ignoring diplomatic efforts and investment pledges, President Trump said he would impose tariffs that are expected to deal a blow to American neighbors and allies in Asia and Europe.

Trump Floats Chinese Tariff Cuts in Exchange for TikTok Deal

The social media app could shut down on April 5 unless it is sold to a new non-Chinese owner. Mr. Trump issued an order delaying the enforcement of a federal ban, and told reporters he could extend that delay, if necessary.

Consumer Bureau Seeks to Undo Settlement and Repay Mortgage Lender

The Consumer Financial Protection Bureau wants to return a $105,000 penalty it collected last fall when it resolved a discrimination lawsuit.

Tariffs Could Give Tesla and Musk a Leg Up on Rivals

The company led by President Trump’s confidant Elon Musk builds all the cars it sells in the United States domestically and will be exempt from tariffs on finished vehicles.

Are You Smarter Than A.I.?

Some experts predict that A.I. will surpass human intelligence within the next few years. Play this puzzle to see how far the machines have to go.

Trump’s Tariffs on Autos Would Hit Europe Hard

The levies could hurt European automakers when the industry is already struggling, especially in Germany, Europe’s biggest economy.

CBS Canceling ‘After Midnight,’ in Another Blow to Late-Night TV

The show’s host, Taylor Tomlinson, said she wanted to go back to doing stand-up comedy full time.

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Stocks Slump Ahead of Trump’s Auto Tariffs

Carmakers’ declines extended in after-hours trading on the news of 25% tariffs on imported vehicles. The drop reflected concerns about inflation.

Auto Tariffs Are Likely to Lead to Much Higher Car Prices

Experts say tariffs could soon drive car prices up by several thousand dollars and limit production.

Elmo and Elon Musk Are Cited as G.O.P. Lawmakers Grill PBS and NPR

Dark pronouncements by Republicans about a “communist agenda” espoused by public media were intercut with lighter references to “Sesame Street” and “Curious George.”

Voice of America Director Sues Trump Officials Over Shutdown

The lawsuit by the director and journalists is the latest legal challenge to the administration’s bid to dismantle the government-funded broadcaster.

PBS Rejects Marjorie Taylor Greene’s Assertions About Drag Queen Programming

Rep. Marjorie Taylor Greene criticized PBS for featuring a drag queen named Lil Miss Hot Mess in its children’s programming.

Grilling PBS and NPR is the latest attack from Washington on the press.

U.K. Boosts Military Spending and Cuts Welfare in ‘Uncertain World’

The changes come as President Trump’s tariff threats have disrupted global trade and added pressure to the British government’s already strained budget.

U.S. Could Run Out of Cash by May, Budget Office Predicts

The Congressional Budget Office said that the so-called X-date could occur as early as spring if Congress does not lift or suspend the nation’s debt limit.

Amazon Gets Into the LeBron James Business

The basketball star has signed a podcasting deal with Wondery, furthering Amazon’s wider push into sports.

PBS and NPR Have Faced Pressure From Congress Before

Republicans in Congress have made several attempts to defund NPR and PBS over the last half-century.

Dollar Tree Is Selling Family Dollar for $1 Billion

Nearly 10 years after buying Family Dollar for about $9 billion, Dollar Tree announced it would sell the retailer to two private equity firms.

Who Are Katherine Maher and Paula Kerger, the C.E.O.s of PBS and NPR?

The two public media organizations will be represented before Congress by executives with very different résumés.

The ringmaster spotlighting NPR and PBS: Marjorie Taylor Greene.

Ms. Greene organized Wednesday’s hearing on American public media, ominously titled “Anti-American Airwaves.”

Pressure on NPR and PBS is also coming from the F.C.C.

In January, Brendan Carr, the agency’s chair, opened into investigate underwriting — paid messages similar to advertising — at the media organizations.

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Big Law Splinters Under a Trump Onslaught

The president’s repeated clashes with the nation’s most prestigious law firms has had a destabilizing business effect.

Rivals Pounce on Paul Weiss, a Top Law Firm, After Trump’s Order

Fears that competitors could take its top rainmaking talent added to the law firm’s worries about a Trump executive order that targeted it.

India Is on a Hiring Binge That Trump’s Tariffs Can’t Stop

An abundance of motivated young professionals is luring American businesses to base their global operations in Indian cities.

Shell Shocked: How Small Eateries Are Dealing With Record Egg Prices

Mom-and-pop businesses are trying to adapt to the soaring cost of eggs. The owners of four egg-centric restaurants across the country show how they are coping with this threat to their livelihoods.

U.S. Adds Export Restrictions to More Chinese Tech Firms Over Security Concerns

The additions included companies that are customers of Intel and Nvidia, and one firm that was the focus of a New York Times investigation last year.

Consumer Confidence Is Tumbling as Financial Concerns Mount

The level in the Conference Board’s latest monthly survey was the lowest since January 2021.

Who Is Jeffrey Goldberg, the Editor Mistakenly Added to the Signal Chat?

Mr. Goldberg, who was included on a private text thread discussing war plans, was a longtime national security reporter who became editor of The Atlantic in 2016.

Leaked War Plans, and the Trouble With Off-Channel Messaging

Revelations that President Trump’s inner circle discussed sensitive military details on Signal has jolted Washington. What comes next could also be closely watched by Wall Street.

PBS and NPR Prepare for Showdown With Congress

Top executives from the public media networks are bracing for a hearing on Wednesday organized by Representative Marjorie Taylor Greene.

Has the Decline of Knowledge Work Begun?

The unemployment rate for college graduates has risen faster than for other workers over the past few years. How worried should they be?

U.S. Infrastructure Improves, but Cuts May Imperil Progress, Report Says

A report card from an engineering group found that American roads, ports and other infrastructure got better last year but could be hurt if federal funding is reduced.

Han Jong-Hee, Samsung Electronics Executive, Dies at 63

Mr. Han was co-chief executive and oversaw the company’s consumer electronics business since 2021.

Top Trump Campaign Aide Sues The Daily Beast for Defamation

The lawsuit accuses the news site of knowingly publishing false information about how much Chris LaCivita, a Trump campaign manager, was paid by the campaign.

Hyundai to Invest $21 Billion in U.S. in Bid to Avoid Trump’s Tariffs

Hyundai already makes cars in the United States, in Georgia and Alabama.

In His Second Term, Trump Fuels a ‘Machinery’ of Misinformation

President Trump’s first four years in the White House were filled with falsehoods. Now he and those around him are using false claims to justify their policy changes.

Toyota Was Bullish on Trump. Then Came the Tariff Threats.

Japanese automakers, initially optimistic about some of President Trump’s policies, are reckoning with potentially devastating U.S. taxes on foreign-made cars.

Potatoes, Shrimp and Teslas: Exporters Vie to Shape Trump’s Tariffs

Makers of a vast array of American products are weighing the risks, and potential payoffs, of the sweeping tariffs the president has promised on April 2.

Trump, Big Law, and an ‘Existential Crisis’

The president’s clash with some of the nation’s biggest law firms appears to be far from over, potentially splintering the legal community even further.

23andMe Files for Bankruptcy Amid Concerns About Security of Customers’ Genetic Data

The company filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy to “facilitate a sale process.” Its chief executive stepped down and said she would bid on it.

DoorDash Announces ‘Buy Now, Pay Later’ Partnership With Klarna

DoorDash said the arrangement with the financial tech service Klarna would allow customers to defer payments on orders such as takeout from restaurants, makeup and electronics.

Disney’s ‘Snow White’ Has a Sleepy Box Office Start

The polarizing remake collected $43 million, a weak result compared with openings for similar Disney films.

Why Does Big Bird Look So Sad?

Sesame Workshop, the nonprofit behind “Sesame Street,” is confronting what executives have described as a “perfect storm” of problems.

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The World Poultry Foundation, Hybrid’s partner, has contributed to successful businesses in more than a half-dozen African countries.

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Dual-purpose chickens are bred to both lay eggs and plump up to be eaten.

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The Nonprofit Caught in the Fray of Trump’s Attacks on Big Law

A federal inquiry into D.E.I. practices at 20 law firms zeroed in on SEO, a decades-old program that helps students land jobs on Wall Street.

How to Talk to a Neurodiverse Colleague

Work Friend reconsiders a past response. Plus, the best way to correct people who get your name wrong.

How an Autopen Conspiracy Theory About Biden Went Viral

A specious theory on pardons had help from the conservative Heritage Foundation before President Trump and right-wing influencers amplified it.

Netflix’s $275 Million ‘The Electric State’ Has Fallen Flat. No Matter?

The film’s struggles have elicited no more than a shrug inside the company, demonstrating how different Netflix is from traditional studios.

Is Spring Break in Houston a #RecessionIndicator?

As experts look to unemployment or G.D.P., people online are turning to pop culture moments (like Will Smith’s new album or a new “Ted Lasso” season) as signs of economic instability.

Paul Weiss Deal With Trump Faces Backlash From Legal Profession

Paul Weiss, a law firm targeted by President Trump, reached a deal to settle a conflict. Many in the legal field are condemning the agreement.

Trump Attacks Reporting on Musk War Plans Meeting

A planned Pentagon briefing, in which Elon Musk would learn military plans for any potential war with China, did not go forward after reports in The New York Times and The Wall Street Journal.

Robert Denham, Lawyer Who Steered Companies Through Crises, Dies at 79

Among his rescues was teaming up with Warren Buffett to keep the investment bank Salomon Brothers afloat amid a bid-rigging scandal in the 1990s.

The Heathrow shutdown could delay many air cargo shipments.

Paul Weiss Chair Says Deal With Trump Adheres to Firm’s Principles

In an email message, the law firm’s chairman, Brad Karp, reassured employees that its deal with President Trump was in keeping with its principles.

Heathrow Shutdown Shows How Aviation Chaos Can Quickly Spiral

When crises occur, airline network operation centers go into overdrive, but managing the response is a delicate balance.

Obamacare Enrollees Could See Big Changes in 2026

A proposed rule would restrict “eligibility, enrollment and affordability” in plans under the Affordable Care Act, health policy analysts say.

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Drawing Back the Pentagon’s Curtains for Musk

The billionaire was set to be briefed on the military’s closely guarded playbooks on China, raising new questions about his power and access.

Airlines Scramble to Rebook Travelers After Canceling Heathrow Flights

About 80 airlines operate at the airport, London’s busiest travel hub.

Lapham’s Quarterly Reaches Deal to Live On

The beloved magazine started by Lewis Lapham, who died last year, is being acquired by Bard College.

How Bryan Johnson Exploited Employees With NDAs

Bryan Johnson, the longevity influencer, has curated a very specific image of himself, but our investigation found that he’s weaponized the use of confidentiality agreements. Kirsten Grind, an investigative business reporter at The New York Times, explains how Johnson used NDAs to silence people around him.

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The initial agreement that Bryan Johnson wanted Taryn Southern to sign.

Why the Shipping Industry Isn’t Rushing Back to the Red Sea

The companies that operate large container ships say they plan to keep going around Africa as violence flares in the region.

China’s Government Is Short of Money as Its Leaders Face Trump

Tax revenues have fallen, leaving the government with less money to help consumers or exporters as Beijing braces for President Trump’s tariffs.

‘Who Will Come to Invest?’ China’s Attacks on Panama Canal Deal Alarm Hong Kong

Beijing’s threat to stop a tycoon’s sale of his ports business has dealmakers wondering if they can still operate without political interference.

As Fox Gets a Trump Bump, Bret Baier Closes In on His Broadcast Rivals

“I don’t think it’s bad to have the commander in chief be a regular viewer of the show,” the anchor said in an interview.

Family of Boeing Whistle-Blower Who Killed Himself Sues Company

The lawsuit argues that Boeing should be held responsible for the death of John Barnett, who had raised concerns about safety.

What Happens to Student Loans if the Education Dept. Closes?

The White House released an executive order instructing the secretary of education to begin shutting down the department — but not to cancel your debt.

Top Washington Post Alumni Urged Jeff Bezos to Replace C.E.O.

An emailed message underscores a divide between the chief executive, Will Lewis, and the people who helped build The Post into a force in American journalism.

Jeffrey Bruce Klein, a Founder and Editor of Mother Jones, Dies at 77

He was one of four journalists who started the muckraking progressive magazine in 1976. He returned as its editor in chief in the 1990s.

Tesla Recalls Nearly All Cybertrucks Over Stainless Steel Panels Falling Off

The recall of about 46,000 vehicles includes all models that were manufactured from November 2023, when the Cybertruck was first produced, through February.

Fannie Mae Regulator Puts 35 Workers on Leave

The National Treasury Employees Union said there had been no advance notice for the employees, who work in consumer protection, equal opportunity and research units.

Snow White and the Seven Kajillion Controversies

The dwarfs. The casting. The politics of the lead actress. And that wig! Is Disney’s live-action remake of the classic film doomed by culture war skirmishes?

Why the Fed’s Job May Get a Lot More Difficult

President Trump’s plans risk stoking inflation and denting growth, an undesirable combination that economists warn could lead to much tougher trade-offs for the central bank.

As Britons Prepare for Inflation Jump, Bank of England Remains Cautious

Policymakers held interest rates at 4.5 percent on Thursday as they warned of rising economic uncertainty. Households are also bracing for higher utility costs starting next month.

Powell Revives a Debate on ‘Transitory’ Inflation

Investors cheered the Federal Reserve chair’s assessment. But some economists fear a case of déjà vu.

Signs of an Office Market Bottom: ‘The Worst Is Probably Over’

Sales of office buildings jumped nearly 21 percent last year, and leasing activity is up, too. Companies are looking for more space as work-from-home policies peter out.

Federal Reserve Extends Pause on Rate Cuts

The Trump administration’s tariffs most likely mean “further progress may be delayed” on getting inflation back to the Federal Reserve’s 2 percent target, the central bank’s chair said.

K.W. Lee, 96, Dies; Journalist Who Gave Voice to Immigrant Communities

His reporting sought to humanize and unite Asian Americans. It also led to the release of a Korean immigrant on death row.

Stocks jump as Fed stays on a predicted path.

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Takeaways From the Fed Meeting and Fresh Set of Forecasts

Tariffs took center stage during the news conference with Jerome H. Powell, the Fed chair, on Wednesday.

The Word Executives Are Using to Describe Trump’s Tariff Policy

Trade policy is “fluid” right now, and corporate America is trying to keep up with it.

What the Fed’s Rate Policy Means for Your Finances

Here’s how the central bank’s interest rate stance influences car loans, credit cards, mortgages, savings and student loans.

Ben & Jerry’s Accuses Unilever of Firing Its C.E.O. for Political Reasons

Ben & Jerry’s said in a court filing that its parent company had ousted its chief executive, David Stever, without approval from the ice cream maker’s board.

Trump Administration Quietly Lifted Ban on Dominican Sugar Company Over Forced Labor

Labor groups said working conditions had not changed enough to warrant the removal. The company is partly owned by donors to President Trump.

Trump Primed to Clash With Fed After Key Rate Decision

Tariffs are at the heart of the tension between the White House and the central bank.

How to Read the Fed’s Projections Like a Pro

The Federal Reserve will release fresh economic estimates on Wednesday. Here’s how to read the outlook for 2025 and beyond.

Trump’s Tariffs Have Sown Uncertainty. That Might Be the Point.

President Trump’s economic advisers have used a hodgepodge of messages to justify starting trade wars that are spooking markets.

Trump’s Tariffs Could Deal a Blow to Boeing and the Aerospace Industry

Aerospace companies are big exporters but also very reliant on a global supply chain, making them vulnerable.

What’s at Stake in Trump’s F.T.C. Purge

The president’s firing of the two Democratic commissioners at the regulator not only a challenge to the legal status quo, but also raises uncertainty for businesses.

What Oil Executives Want From President Trump

Tariffs, tax credits and deregulation are among the industry’s top priorities.

What to Know About the Backlash Against Tesla

Elon Musk’s electric carmaker faces serious headwinds amid his involvement with right-wing politics and the Trump administration.

Fed Holds Rates Steady and Predicts Higher Inflation, Slower Growth Ahead

The central bank penciled in two rate cuts for 2025, but President Trump’s sweeping agenda has injected “remarkably high” uncertainty into the outlook.

Does the Fed Share the Stock Market’s Worry About the Economy?

So far, the Federal Reserve has avoided commenting on the increasingly uncertain outlook, but investors are waiting to see whether it changes its projections on Wednesday.

Social Security Administration Will No Longer Allow Changes Made by Phone

The new rule would require people who want to make changes to first verify their identity online or in person.

Tesla Wins California Permit to Begin Offering Rides

The limited regulatory approval is an early step toward Elon Musk’s goal of offering a Tesla self-driving taxi service.

Hollywood Filmmaker Charged With $11 Million Conspiracy to Defraud Netflix

Prosecutors say Carl Erik Rinsch used funds for a science-fiction series for personal investments. An arbitrator ruled in Netflix’s favor last year.

Farmers Have Fair Trade Complaints, but Tariffs Are a Bigger Worry

When the U.S. trade representative asked for examples of unfair trade, agriculture interests had plenty, but also politely warned about what a trade war could do to them.

Mortgage Giants Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac Brace for Job Cuts

William Pulte, the new director of the Federal Housing Finance Agency, is consolidating control over Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac and questioning employees’ productivity.

Egg Prices Have Dropped, Though You May Not Have Noticed

Wholesale egg prices are about half what they were last month. Fewer bird flu outbreaks and weakened consumer demand are contributing to the decline, economists say.

Edison’s Power Lines Were Under Strain 14 Hours Before Eaton Fire

New data suggests there were faults on Southern California Edison’s transmission lines early on Jan. 7 before the fire started that evening.

E.U. Hatches a Plan to Lure Investors Back to Europe

Each year, Europeans invest roughly $325 billion in companies and financial assets outside the region. Officials in Brussels say they have a plan to end that “capital flight.”

San Francisco Giants Sell Stake to Private Equity

One of Major League Baseball’s biggest franchises sells 10 percent of the team to Sixth Street Partners.

Hong Kong Piles On to Beijing’s Growing Criticism of Panama Canal Deal

The city’s chief executive said a deal between the Hong Kong conglomerate CK Hutchison and BlackRock, a major American investment firm, requires “serious attention.”

Trump Says a Recession Might Be Worth the Cost. Economists Disagree.

President Trump and his advisers say his policies may cause short-term pain but will produce big gains over time. Many economists are skeptical of those arguments.

In Japan, Shohei Ohtani Is a National Hero and Marketer’s Dream

Major League Baseball has had no shortage of stars, but it has never seen a sensation like Ohtani, who is Japan’s answer to Babe Ruth.

From Courtrooms to Crisis Lines, Chinese Officials Embrace DeepSeek

Government bodies nationwide have been eager to show they are using DeepSeek’s A.I. technology since the company’s founder met with Xi Jinping, China’s leader.

New Yorker Cuts Ties With Critic After Complaints About Behavior

The magazine received concerns about the writer’s conduct at its centennial celebration at a star-studded party in Manhattan.

Jury Awards $50 Million to California Man Burned by Starbucks Tea

Michael Garcia, 30, underwent skin grafts on his genitals after a hot tea spilled on him in a Starbucks drive-through in 2020, his lawyers said.

Lee Shau-Kee, Hong Kong Real Estate Tycoon, Dies at 97

Sometimes called the Warren Buffett of Hong Kong, he made his billions by initially building apartments for middle-class descendants of mainland refugees.

Trade War Expected to Weigh on Global Economy

Growth outlooks in the United States and several other countries are projected to slow this year and next, as uncertainty on trade and economic policy takes a toll.

Conan O’Brien to Host the Oscars Next Year, Too

Mr. O’Brien received high marks for his work as the emcee of the 97th Oscar telecast this month. It was his first time hosting the show.

Accusations of Corporate Espionage Shake a Software Rivalry

A lawsuit by Rippling accuses a top competitor, Deel, of placing a mole in its ranks — which it uncovered via a “honeypot” trap on Slack.

An Uncertain Economic Moment Poses a Big Test for the Fed

The U.S. central bank prepares to meet under a cloud of concern about the economic hit from President Trump’s tariffs.

Social Security Employees Warn of Damage From DOGE

Current and former employees, both Republican and Democratic, are raising alarms about the damage cost-cutting efforts could do to the agency’s ability to serve the public.

How A.I. Companies Are Turning Into Energy Companies

The race to build the best artificial intelligence products is resulting in a worldwide search for new energy sources to power tech giants’ data centers. Karen Weise, a technology correspondent for The New York Times, describes how these A.I.-specific data centers are more power-intensive and how tech companies are investing in new ways to bring more electricity to the grid.

Forever 21 Operator Files for Bankruptcy

The company, which helped popularize fast fashion in the United States, has struggled to compete with online retailers. It is the company’s second bankruptcy filing in six years.

As Voice of America Goes Dark, Some Broadcasts Are Replaced by Music

President Trump’s executive order on Friday calling for the dismantling of the federal agency that oversees the broadcaster is part of a wider campaign to weaken the news media.

Facing Trump Tariffs, China Outlines Plan to Bolster the Economy

Beijing’s leaders are ordering fiscally strapped local governments to spend more to help workers, consumers and businesses.

Trump’s Moves Are Boosting Stocks … Overseas

For years, the S&P 500 soared above the stock indexes of other countries. But since Trump’s inauguration, it has fallen 6 percent and is now trailing major markets in Europe and China.

Conservatives’ Tesla Rescue Mission Has Its Work Cut Out

President Trump rallied support for Elon Musk’s car company, but there may not be enough conservatives willing to buy electric cars to make up for the Democrats who now shun Teslas.

Ride Out the Market Turmoil? Not These Investors.

Some people are shifting their investment strategies as the stock market sours on President Trump, despite advice to maintain their savings and wait out the angst.

Fear of Trump’s Tariffs Ripples Through France’s Champagne Region

Merchants worried that a trade war could wreak financial havoc in a region that has a robust business exporting the world’s finest bubbly to the United States.

Deal Makers Restaff for the Trump Era

Clients increasingly want to know how to navigate shifting diplomatic alliances, unexpected conflicts and an unpredictable American administration.

Trade War Retaliation Will Hit Trump Voters Hardest

Nearly 8 million Americans work in industries targeted by the levies and the majority are Trump voters, a New York Times analysis shows

Left for Dead, the C.F.P.B. Inches Back to Life

Court orders have paused, and at times reversed, the Trump administration’s efforts to shut down the consumer watchdog agency.

Hope for a Trump Energy Boom Is Marred by Anxiety About Tariffs

Energy executives meeting in Houston expressed concerns about President Trump’s trade and economic policy even as they praised him and his administration.

U.S. Consumer Sentiment Drops as Inflation Anxiety Soars

A new survey from the University of Michigan shows Americans bracing for economic pain as tariffs and policy uncertainty bite.

Tesla, Tariffs and a Market Meltdown

Even Elon Musk’s electric vehicle maker is bracing for pain from the trade wars, as stocks fall into correction territory.

China Condemns Panama Canal Deal, Asserting a Right to Influence the Region

The Hong Kong conglomerate CK Hutchison’s planned sale of ports in Panama to a group led by BlackRock, the American finance giant, is under fire from Beijing.

This Stock Market Index Is Flashing a Clear Warning About the Economy

The Russell 2000, which includes small companies that are more sensitive to downdrafts in the economy than those in the S&P 500, appears likely to enter a bear market.

The Upside-Down Line That Tells the Story of the Stock Market Now

When President Trump entered his first term, stocks were steadily marching upward. This time, the trajectory has inverted.

Federal Budget Ax Threatens Contractors, but Could Also Be an Opportunity

By cutting federal employees, the Trump administration may increase its reliance on firms that take in billions through government contracts.

‘Yes, Chef,’ You Say? Restaurant Workers Have Feelings About That.

The phrase, which traces to 19th-century France, has become popular in casual conversation thanks to “The Bear,” and offers a lens into shifting hierarchies in kitchens.

Why China Is Worried About Trump’s Tariffs on Mexico

China’s exports to developing markets have soared, opening indirect routes to the U.S. market that officials in Beijing worry may be closed under pressure from President Trump.

Federal Agency Pauses Program for Energy-Efficient Upgrades in Affordable Housing

The Department of Housing and Urban Development said it was reviewing all aspects of the Biden-era program to ensure it was carried out consistent with the agency’s core mission.

Stocks Tumble Into Correction as Investors Sour on Trump

The S&P 500 is now more than 10 percent below its last record high — a line in the sand for investors worried about a sell-off gathering steam.

A Timeline of Trump’s On-Again, Off-Again Tariffs

President Trump’s penchant for imposing and then suspending tariffs has shaken markets and confounded trading partners.

CrossFit Is for Sale Again Amid Years of Shake-Ups

The search for new owners comes after a tumultuous five years for the fitness company, including an athlete death and financial concerns.

Mercedes’s Most Affordable Sedan Will Be Electric

The German luxury carmaker said its latest compact sedan solved problems that had kept people from buying electric vehicles.

Stocks slide into correction as tariff anxiety persists.

The S&P 500 closed in a correction, or a 10% drop from its February high. Constantly moving goal posts on tariffs and trade have rattled investors.

C.E.O.s Look Beyond a Rosy Inflation Report

Better-than-expected price data can’t quite blunt worries about consumers pulling back, as companies keep scrambling to handle President Trump’s trade fights.

How Corporate America Is Retreating From D.E.I.

So far this year the number of companies in the S&P 500 that used the phrase “diversity, equity and inclusion” in annual reports has fallen by nearly 60 percent from 2024, a New York Times analysis shows.

An ‘Untradable’ Market: Trump Sows Profound Uncertainty for Stocks

The administration’s whipsawing moves are leaving investors guessing. The risk is that this uncertainty comes at a real cost to the economy.

As Markets Whipsaw, Conservative Media Shrugs

Many conservative websites have either ignored the recent stock declines or framed them in a positive way.

Small Farms and Food Banks are Caught Off Guard by Spending Cuts

Promising a return to “fiscally responsible initiatives,” the Agriculture Department ended two Biden-era programs that paid farmers to provide food to schools and low-income families.

Elon Musk’s Starlink Pushes Its Way Into India

By signing deals with India’s two biggest telecom players, the tech tycoon and Trump adviser has improved his odds of breaking into an enormous market.

China Cools on Musk: ‘Two Cars for the Price of One Tesla’

Elon Musk, the company’s chief executive, is fast losing out to Chinese electric carmakers in Tesla’s second-most-important market.

Whiplash, confusion and ‘tariff fatigue’ pervade Canada’s steel capital.

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Fed Governor Michelle Bowman Is Trump’s Pick for Wall Street’s Top Cop

If confirmed, she is likely to usher in a more hands-off approach to financial regulation than her predecessor’s.

Economic Outlook Is Clouded by ‘Unthinkable’ Policies

The mood at a gathering of central bankers, economists and analysts in Europe was somewhat bewildered, as they assessed the unpredictability of trade policy and geopolitics.

Egg Prices Are Still Surging, Hitting Consumers’ Wallets

Prices for the staple rose 10.4% in February even as overall inflation eased a bit. An outbreak of avian influenza continued to contribute to a nationwide egg shortage.

German Arms Maker Rheinmetall Has Record Sales in ‘Era of Rearmament’

Since the start of the war in Ukraine, the company moved quickly to meet Europe’s growing need for military spending.

High government debt is seen as stoking inflation, research shows.

A Tariff Pile-On Threatens to Escalate a Global Trade War

American trading partners responded swiftly to President Trump’s latest round of levies with countermeasures, creating more uncertainty for C.E.O.s.

Wine, Soy, Refrigerators: What Products Might Be Hit by European Tariffs

The European Union wants to force the United States to the negotiating table with retaliatory tariffs on a range of American products, including some from Republican strongholds.

Why Britain Has Not Retaliated Against Trump’s Tariffs

Prime Minister Keir Starmer wants to stay close to the United States, even as the uncertainty unleashed by President Trump offers a chance to build ties with the European Union.

Stocks Rebound but Tariffs Continue to Worry Investors

Markets rose on better-than-expected inflation news, but uncertainty spurred by more rounds of tit-for-tat tariffs continued to weigh on investors.

U.S. Inflation Eased More Than Expected in February

Economists are bracing for intensifying price pressures and slower growth, posing a challenge for the Federal Reserve.

A Giant Container Ship Got Stuck in the Suez Canal

As efforts failed to dislodge it, the Ever Given became a symbol of Covid-era anxiety as the pandemic entered its second year.

Tariffs Add to Automaker Concerns About Higher Steel Costs

Even before the new levies took effect, the industry was worried about prices after President Trump opposed a major merger in the steel sector.

The Loyal Opposition Inside the S.E.C.

Caroline Crenshaw, the lone Democratic commissioner at the Securities and Exchange Commission, is offering dissenting views at the regulatory agency reshaped by President Trump.

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In Search of a Boring Business

Younger would-be chief executives are increasingly seeking profits — and freedom from the 9-to-5 — by pivoting from corporate jobs into often unglamorous small-business niches.

Manchester United Pitches New Stadium as Key to Government Growth Plan

Jim Ratcliffe, the billionaire co-owner of the soccer club, framed plans for the 100,000-seat venue as crucial to the British government’s plan to revive the northern English city.

Investors Thought They Had Trump Figured Out. They Were Wrong.

On Tuesday, President Trump sent markets into another tailspin by announcing additional tariffs on Canada, suggesting a falling stock market is no longer the bulwark investors had hoped.

Airlines Cut Forecasts, Raising an Early Alarm About Consumer Spending

The revised revenue projections suggest that flagging economic confidence has started to hurt travel, which can be an indicator for other industries.

Top Law Firms Defend Overhaul of America’s Business Court

After backlash from Elon Musk and companies like Meta, Big Law is publicly supporting a bill seeking to reform the Delaware Court of Chancery.

Southwest Will Begin Charging for Checked Bags, Ending a Popular Policy

Customers with the highest loyalty status will be spared from the fee, but others will have to pay for checked bags for flights booked from May 28.

Trump Faces a C.E.O. Test

The president is set to meet with corporate leaders on Tuesday, as concerns over his protectionist trade policies weigh on markets and the economy.

Nissan, Facing Mounting Challenges, Replaces Its C.E.O.

The automaker said on Tuesday that Makoto Uchida would step down. The company has said it would slash global production capacity and cut thousands of jobs.

Solar Energy, Criticized by Trump, Claims Big U.S. Gain in 2024

The added capacity for the year was the most from any single source in more than two decades.

Stocks Fall Further on Trump’s Latest Tariff Talk

The S&P 500 is nearly 10 percent below its mid-February record — approaching a symbolic milestone known on Wall Street as a correction.

Delta Says Economic Worries Are Hurting Travel Demand

The airline lowered its financial forecast for the first quarter as economic anxiety hurts demand for tickets.

Trump Has Said ‘No Exceptions’ to His Tariffs. Will That Last?

His administration has acknowledged that exceptions undercut the power of tariffs, but it seems hard for the president to resist making deals.

Washington Post Columnist Resigns After Paper Spiked Criticism of Jeff Bezos

Ruth Marcus, a longtime columnist at The Post, said its publisher refused to run her critique of the new focus for the paper’s opinion section.

Amazon Prime Begins Streaming ‘The Apprentice,’ Trump’s Star Vehicle

The company said it would release several seasons of the reality show showcasing Donald J. Trump before he turned to politics.

Tesla Stock Tumbles as Elon Musk’s Political Role Grows More Divisive

The automaker’s shares soared after Election Day as Elon Musk took a high-profile role as a Trump adviser. Now those gains have evaporated.

Michelle Obama’s Next Act: Video Podcaster

Through her production company, Higher Ground, Mrs. Obama, along with her brother, Craig Robinson, will interview celebrities and offer advice on various topics.

Stocks Plunge as Recession Talk Gets Louder

The S&P skidded 2.7 percent, amid investor fears that tit-for-tat tariffs could raise prices, slow the economy and sow uncertainty among businesses.

Would Trump Risk a Recession?

The president still believes that his protectionist trade policies will be “great for us” in the long run, but won’t rule out short-term economic pain.

Who Likes Tariffs? Some U.S. Industries Are Eager for Them.

Concern about the cost of materials has tempered business enthusiasm about taxing imports. But steel and aluminum makers say they welcome the help.

China’s Tariffs on U.S. Agricultural Products Take Effect

The action came in response to the higher levies on Chinese imports that President Trump announced last week.

MeidasTouch Pops on Podcast Charts as Progressives Search for Answers

The company is a leader among numerous digital-first outlets that have been reshaping the progressive media landscape since President Trump took office.

A Political Reporter Takes Her Scoops to YouTube

Most online political media stars traffic in highly partisan viewpoints. Tara Palmeri hopes that playing it straight will pay off.

A Chill Sets In for Undocumented Workers, and Those Who Hire Them

Fearing roundups, many immigrants are staying home. Construction, agriculture, senior care and hospitality employers say labor shortages will worsen.

High Prices Hit a French Classic: Beef Bourguignon

Businesses across Europe, including restaurants in Paris that make the dish, are being squeezed by sticky inflation.

Rage Against Elon Musk Turns Tesla Into a Target

The backlash against the electric vehicle company has turned violent at times, as its billionaire chief executive parlays his support for President Trump into consequential influence over the federal government.

The Future of News Looks Niche

The media entrepreneur Jessica Lessin chats with DealBook about the news landscape and her latest media bet.

Trump Wants to Kill Carried Interest. Wall Street Will Fight to Keep It.

President Trump has been trying to eliminate the tax loophole, which benefits Wall Street, but Congressional Republicans may stand in the way.

19 Ways Congressional Tax Action (or Inaction) Could Hit Your Wallet

Brackets may change. The standard deduction could fall. And President Trump will probably not remove taxes on Social Security income.

Help, I’m Marrying My Co-Worker and No One at Work Knows!

When is it too late to reveal that you’re deep into an office romance?

They Had an Answer to Their City’s Decline. Then Came the Immigration Crackdown.

Shrinking cities have tried to stabilize their populations with foreign-born residents. The strategy was working, until the inauguration.

China Hits Canada With Tariffs in Indirect Riposte to Trump

Beijing, which set steep duties on canola, peas and pork, wants Canada and Mexico to resist U.S. pressure to raise tariffs on Chinese goods.

U.S. Investigates Egg Producers Over Soaring Prices

The Justice Department inquiry is said to be focused on potential antitrust violations among the country’s largest egg producers.

U.S. employers added 151,000 jobs in February.

Fed in No Hurry to Adjust Rates Amid Trump Policy Uncertainty

Jerome H. Powell says the Fed is focused on separating “signal from the noise,” as the president whipsaws on tariffs.

A Tariff Tantrum

Corporate chiefs see “chaos,” and investors see red as the effect of President Trump’s shifting trade policy begins to weigh on board rooms and trading rooms.

The jobs report comes amid concerns about statistical agencies’ independence.

Stocks Suffer Worst Week in Months as Tariffs Hang Over Wall St.

Investors are worried about the economy and whether tariffs on America’s largest trading partners will stifle growth.

Jobs Report Is Steady, but Impact of Federal Cutbacks and Tariffs Looms

Employers added 151,000 jobs in February, the Labor Department said, based on surveys taken as Trump administration policies were still rolling out.

Trump’s Policies Have Shaken a Once-Solid Economic Outlook

Economic forecasts have deteriorated in recent weeks, reflecting the upheaval from federal layoffs, tariff moves and immigration roundups.

As Layoffs Continue, Federal Workers Face Sluggish Job Market

Unemployment is low, but there isn’t much room to move around — especially for those with highly government-specific skills.

Harnessing the Financial Power of Women

Trish Costello is the founder and C.E.O. of Portfolia, a women-focused investment platform that is fueling health care innovations aimed at improving women’s lives.

An Advocate for Women of the Middle East — and Herself

Lina Abou-Habib is fighting inequality, working to change laws that make it difficult for women to keep custody of their children and block residency for children in a mother’s home country.

Walgreens to Be Bought by Private Equity Firm in $10 Billion Deal

Shares of Walgreens Boots Alliance have lost about half their value in the past year, as the chain has faced pressure in its retail and pharmacy businesses.

Stocks Drop as Tariff Uncertainty Weighs on Wall St.

The S&P 500 is on course for its worst week since a banking crisis two years ago. The Nasdaq fell into a correction on Thursday.

E.C.B. Cuts Interest Rates Again, With an Uncertain Path Ahead

Vows by European leaders to increase borrowing to ramp up military spending have reshaped the fiscal picture that the central bank must confront.

Who’s Got Trump’s Ear on Tariffs?

Corporate leaders and investors continue to be caught off guard by the president’s trade policy, especially as deal talks heat up.

Macy’s Signals Rocky Year Ahead as Retailers Reckon With Trade War

The largest department store chain in the United States, like many other retailers, has warned that shoppers may be more cautious in the months ahead.

All She Wanted to Do Was Play. Football, That Is.

To create opportunities for others who shared her goal, Odessa Jenkins started her own professional full-contact league for women players.

7-Eleven Taps American Executive to Help Keep It Out of Canadian Hands

The Japanese owner of the chain also announced a plan to list its U.S. convenience store business as it tries to fend off a Canadian retailer’s $47 billion takeover bid.

Many Chinese See a Cultural Revolution in America

People in China are expressing alarm at what looks like a familiar authoritarian turn in the United States, their longtime role model for democracy.

More Than 36 Million Watched Trump’s Address to Congress on Live TV

The annual presidential speech is one of the last remaining mass-audience media moments available to a national politician.

L.A. County Sues Southern California Edison Over Eaton Fire

The county says electrical equipment owned by the electric utility is to blame for the blaze that killed 17 people and destroyed 9,400 buildings.

Tom Llamas Named Anchor of ‘NBC Nightly News’

Mr. Llamas, an anchor on the company’s streaming news service, will succeed Lester Holt, who last month announced his plans to step down.

Trump Says U.S. Banks Can’t Do Business in Canada. It’s Not That Simple.

President Trump has complained that American banks are restricted from operating in Canada. They can, but are hamstrung.

Hackers Stole $635,000 in Taylor Swift Ticket Scheme, Queens D.A. Says

Two people stand accused of taking hundreds of tickets from StubHub to redirect them to others who resold them, prosecutors said.

Oil Prices Slide on Jitters Over Trump’s Tariffs and OPEC Increases

The international benchmark fell to its lowest point since 2021 after a decision by Saudi Arabia and other producers to pump more crude surprised the markets.

Most Contaminated U.S. Nuclear Site Is Set to Be the Largest Solar Farm

Plans to transform Hanford, which was integral to the nation’s nuclear arsenal after World War II, had just begun inching forward when President Trump started his second term.

Trans Workers Describe a ‘Betrayal’ by an Agency Meant to Protect Them

The nation’s primary regulator of workplace discrimination has moved to dismiss cases that may run afoul of President Trump’s executive order on gender.

Adidas Has Sold Its Last Yeezy Sneaker

The sportswear maker was eager to put the scandal with the rapper Ye behind it, but its cautious earnings forecast showed the breakup’s effects still lingered.

China’s Economic Plan Is Light on Detail as Trade War Intensifies

The country’s top leaders set an optimistic growth target but gave few hints of how to achieve it as their export-led strategy is challenged by rising tariffs on Chinese goods.

Gaming Out Trump’s Next Tariff Moves

In his address to Congress, the president made clear that his new trade levies were here to stay, acknowledging it might create “a little disturbance.” Analysts forecast what that might look like.

Tesla Sales Slump in Europe as Anger Toward Elon Musk Grows

February numbers show the U.S. electric-car maker is struggling to attract buyers in the region. Mr. Musk’s politics aren’t helping.

Tariffs Add a New Shock to Food Supply Chains

Companies made their supply chains stronger and more flexible because of the Covid pandemic. But they weren’t banking on tariffs.

Concert Ticket Prices Are Soaring, and Busting Gen Z’s Budgets

How can 20-somethings afford the high cost of seeing their favorite artists’ live shows? Some save; some go into debt.

American Farmers Brace for Harm From Retaliatory Tariffs

Trade wars during President Trump’s first term slashed billions of dollars in U.S. agricultural exports. Farmers and trade groups expect an even bigger hit this time.

Lawsuit Over Zelle Scams Is Dropped by Consumer Bureau

A spokeswoman for the payment app’s parent company said the lawsuit against three large banks was “without merit, and legally and factually flawed.”

On Second Count, ABC Says Oscar Viewership Increased

The network said that after total viewership on Hulu was included in the count, the show attracted 19.7 million people, up from 19.5 million last year.

Selwyn Raab, Tenacious Reporter Who Covered the Mob, Dies at 90

At The Times and elsewhere, he wrote about wrongful convictions, fake methadone clinics and the five powerful Mafia families in New York.

Trump’s New Tariffs Could Strain Collection of Customs Fees

Importers will have to make changes to pay new tariffs on goods from Canada, Mexico and China, and government agencies will need more resources to enforce the fees.

After Trump Applies Pressure, Wall Street Giant Moves Into Panama

An investor group led by BlackRock will acquire two ports near the Panama Canal that are owned by CK Hutchison and have been the subject of a dispute between President Trump and Panama.

Trump’s Crypto Reserve Plan Raises Doubts. Here’s What We Know.

The prospect of using taxpayer money to stockpile cryptocurrencies in a national reserve has drawn criticism from lawmakers and investors.

Companies in Europe Face Squeeze in U.S.-China Trade War

Some European executives see rising trade tensions as a potential opportunity, but they are watching warily for more moves in Washington.

Trump’s Tariffs Plunge Global Markets Into a Sea of Red

Global leaders are retaliating and investors have sold off stocks in Asia and Europe.

Trade War Sends a Shiver Through Global Markets

Wall Street has wiped out the gains made since President Trump’s election victory, as investors’ hopes of business-friendly policies have given way to fears over tariffs.

Target Tries to Put a Tough Year Behind It, but Tariffs Loom

The retailer ended 2024 with a good holiday season, but warned of uncertainty ahead.

The Problem With Car Tariffs: What’s an Import?

Supply chains extend across U.S. borders with Mexico and Canada, making it hard to say what’s American-made.