There’s a Good Chance Crypto Is Spreading in Your Retirement Account

Bitcoin and other digital assets are quietly growing in many nest eggs, with the encouragement of the Trump administration. Hidden risks are mounting, our columnist says.

Markets Brace for Turmoil After Israel Strikes Iran

Oil prices are up and stocks are down, as investors fear a potential wider regional conflict.

Where’s the Inflation From Tariffs? Just Wait, Economists Say.

Are predictions for a jump in consumer prices too early, or just wrong?

New Fees on Floating Garages Are Trump’s Latest Effort to Revive U.S. Shipbuilding

President Trump is targeting special foreign-made vessels called ro-ros, which transport vehicles, but the fees could raise the price of cars up to $300.

Chinese Labor Rights Group Led by Former Tiananmen Protest Leader Closes

The China Labor Bulletin, founded by Han Dongfang, tracked factory closures and worker protests in China. It cited financial difficulties for its dissolution.

Oil Prices Surge and Stock Markets Stumble After Israel Attacks Iran

The military strikes jolted investors, raising concerns that a broader Mideast conflict would disrupt the world’s energy supplies.

David H. Murdock, a Rags-to-Riches Corporate Raider, Dies at 102

He was a school dropout at 14 and homeless for a spell, but as a driven investor and chief of Dole he became a billionaire. Later came another quest: to extend life through better nutrition.

TPG, Sequoia and Others Look to Invest $250 Million in Elon Musk’s xAI

Two dozen venture capital firms and other investors are investing in xAI, the artificial intelligence and social media company.

F.T.C. May Put Unusual Condition on Ad Mega-Merger: No Boycotting

The Federal Trade Commission is considering restrictions on Omnicom and Interpublic to prevent the combined company from refusing to place ads on platforms for political reasons.

What Caused the Air India Crash? Experts Study Video of the Plane’s Descent.

Safety experts said investigators would be looking at why and how the plane started descending during its take off.

Boeing’s 787 Dreamliner Raised Safety Concerns but Had Never Crashed Before

There are more than 1,100 of the jets in service today. Air India flies nearly three dozen of them.

How Companies Are Bracing for Trump’s Immigration Crackdown

Sectors including construction, hospitality, health care and manufacturing are on high alert. Economists are worried about the labor market and growth.

Meter, a Networking Start-Up, Raises New Funds

The company has collected $170 million in new capital as it seeks to help connect data centers and other businesses in the age of artificial intelligence.

Boeing 787 Crash Brings Fresh Scrutiny to Plane Maker’s Safety Record

The crash happened just weeks after the company cut a deal with the U.S. government to avoid taking criminal responsibility for a pair of deadly crashes in 2018 and 2019.

Charging Your E.V. May Be Getting Easier, Even if It’s Not a Tesla

It is becoming easier to find fast chargers for electric vehicles, and they are more likely to work — and not just for Teslas.

How Washington Has Tried to Control China’s Tech

Under three presidential administrations, officials in Washington have used export controls to hold back China’s access to advanced technology.

Washington Post Names Adam O’Neal as Opinion Editor

Mr. O’Neal, a correspondent for The Economist, will be in charge of championing “personal liberties and free markets,” the section’s new direction laid out by Jeff Bezos.

How Labor Unions Came to Define the L.A. Immigration Protests

Unions have backed immigrant rights in California and have been on the forefront of resisting the Trump administration’s deportations.

The House’s Policy Bill Would Lose Money. Could Trump’s Tariffs Replace It?

The short answer is probably not, according to multiple forecasters.

Richard Beattie, Early Engineer of Private Equity Takeovers, Dies at 86

A top Wall Street lawyer, he worked on some of the biggest corporate mergers in history, including KKR’s takeover of Nabisco in 1989. He also served in the Carter administration and in city government.

Britain Allocates Hundreds of Billions to Bolster Its Economy

Rachel Reeves, the chancellor of the Exchequer, broke down public spending plans, including more money for the military, public transport and affordable housing.

Disney and Universal Sue A.I. Firm for Copyright Infringement

The suit, against Midjourney, is the first time major Hollywood companies have sued over A.I.-generated images.

New York Times Names Co-Chief Restaurant Critics

The pair, Ligaya Mishan and Tejal Rao, are part of an effort to expand starred restaurant reviews across the country, the company said.

U.S. Inflation Remains Muted, With Limited Effects From Tariffs

The Consumer Price Index rose 2.4 percent in May, from a year earlier, a reading that reflects only the initial impact of President Trump’s tariffs.

What’s Next as the Latest U.S.-China Trade Talks Conclude

U.S. negotiators say the London summit represented progress. But investors and business leaders remain wary.

China Walks a Line in U.S. Trade Talks, Trying Not to Overplay Its Hand

China has leverage it can use by limiting access to its rare earth supplies, but it does not want to sacrifice its reputation as a reliable supplier.

Musk Expresses ‘Regret’ Over His Criticisms of Trump

President Trump and Elon Musk traded social media barbs last week. Mr. Trump has said that he has no interest in repairing the relationship with his former adviser.

To Shake Russian Gas, Germany Pushes to Ship It From Anywhere Else

The country, like others across Europe, is building more facilities to handle an increase in imports of liquefied natural gas, much of it from the United States.

U.S. Court Agrees to Keep Trump Tariffs Intact as Appeal Gets Underway

The appeals court’s decision delivered an important but interim victory for the Trump administration.

Trump Hails Progress With China, but Details Are Sketchy

Two days of trade talks resulted in what leaders called a framework agreement meant to solidify terms of a truce that the superpowers reached in Geneva last month.

ABC Says Terry Moran, Suspended for Social Media Posts, Will Not Return

ABC News suspended Mr. Moran on Sunday after he wrote on X that Stephen Miller, the deputy White House chief of staff, was “a world-class hater.”

A Familiar On-Air Face Amid the L.A. Protests: Dr. Phil

Oprah Winfrey’s psychologist sidekick made appearances before and after immigration raids, and interviewed President Trump’s border czar for his fledgling TV network.

23andMe Customers Did Not Expect Their DNA Data Would Be Sold, Lawsuit Claims

The genetic-testing company, which collected DNA data from users, is for sale in bankruptcy court. Now, 27 states and the District of Columbia oppose selling the data without express consent.

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After Brexit, most British shellfish needed new cleaning steps to enter the EU—steps the bloc didn’t want, since its buyers preferred to clean them. That shut British producers out of their main market.

Yale Is Rushing to Sell Billions in Private Equity Investments

The university is selling multiple stakes in private equity funds as the industry struggles and President Trump targets Ivy League institutions.

Vanity Fair Names Mark Guiducci as Its Top Editor

Mr. Guiducci, 36, fills a role recently vacated by Radhika Jones, who led the magazine for seven years.

As Energy Costs Surge, Eastern Governors Blame a Grid Manager

Anger at PJM, which manages the electrical grid in all or parts of 13 states and the District of Columbia, has been boiling over in some state capitals.

World Bank Forecast Underscores Cost of U.S. Trade War

Along with a sharply downgraded projection for global output this year, it urged a “course correction” on trade to help preserve living standards.

How Far Should Apple Go to Catch Up on A.I.?

Its latest software event was light on new artificial intelligence features. Some analysts and investors think the company should pay up to make up ground.

British Government to Spend $19 Billion on New Nuclear Plant

The new project, called Sizewell C, will be expensive to build, but it will create 10,000 jobs and provide a steady supply of electric power for millions of homes.

Warner Bros. Discovery Bet on All You Can Eat. Viewers Wanted More à la Carte.

Subscribers to the company’s flagship streaming service, Max, watch HBO content, studio movies and older Warner Bros. series — and little else.

Clock Ticks as U.S. and China Try to Undo Devastating Trade Curbs

Officials from the world’s largest economies will try to strike a deal Tuesday to relax painful export restrictions that they have imposed on each other.

This Year’s Pride Festivals Are Brought to You by Small Businesses

With corporate sponsors retreating, smaller companies are helping to fill the gaps, not only to support L.G.B.T.Q. people but also their local economies.

Disney Takes Full Control of Hulu for Billions Less Than Comcast Wanted

Disney said it had agreed to add $439 million to what it had already paid for the streaming service. Comcast had wanted $5 billion more.

Judge Dismisses Justin Baldoni’s Suit Against Blake Lively and New York Times

Mr. Baldoni had accused Ms. Lively and her husband, Ryan Reynolds, of trying to destroy his reputation by accusing him of sexual harassment and retaliation.

China’s Chokehold on This Obscure Mineral Threatens the West’s Militaries

China produces the entire world’s supply of samarium, a rare earth metal that the United States and its allies need to rebuild inventories of fighter jets, missiles and other hardware.

How Trump Has Leverage Over Musk

But Mr. Trump’s warnings to his former ally are backed by several ways the White House could punish the world’s richest man.

Warner Bros. Discovery to Split Into Two Companies

The film and television giant will turn its cable networks, including CNN and TNT, into one company and its streaming and studios business into another.

U.S. and China Meet at Precarious Moment in Trade War

Officials from both sides are meeting on Monday in London, aiming to resolve differences over tariffs and supply chains that have endangered a fragile truce between the countries.

ABC Suspends Terry Moran for Calling Stephen Miller a ‘World-Class Hater’

Mr. Moran made the comment in a late-night social media post in which he also derided President Trump. It drew a rebuke from Vice President JD Vance.

The ‘Manosphere’ Just Wants Trump and Musk to Get Along

The public spat between the billionaire Elon Musk and President Trump has captivated MAGA-friendly podcasters, including Joe Rogan and Theo Von.

Dale Earnhardt Jr. Isn’t Done Thinking About His Dad’s Legacy

The former NASCAR racer helped to make a film about his often-distant father. But getting closure isn’t easy.

Why the Goodyear Blimp Hasn’t Been Replaced by Drones

At 100, the airship is still in demand.

Gas Stations Are Adding E.V. Chargers and Reasons to Wait Around

As gas stations prepare for more electric vehicles to be on the road, they’re getting bigger. That has created tension in some communities.

BowFlex Recalls 3.8 Million Adjustable Dumbbells After Injury Reports

More than 300 reports of the weight plates becoming dislodged have been filed, with more than 100 of those cases resulting in injuries, the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission said.

The N.B.A. Has a Star Problem

With LeBron James and Stephen Curry nearing retirement, the league has no clear next brand ambassador. Changing media landscapes and a new focus on team parity haven’t helped.

The Latest Air Jordans? They’re Digital

As the sneaker boom recedes, brands like Nike and Adidas are targeting younger audiences by meeting them where they are — in the virtual world of ‘Fortnite.’

Trump-Musk Spat Creates More Problems for Tesla

Already suffering from steep declines in sales and profit, the carmaker could now face the president’s wrath.

For College Students, It’s Summer Vacation. For Scavengers, It’s Christmas.

For local scavengers, graduation season is a great time to salvage expensive household items and luxury goods abandoned by departing students.

AMC Says It Will Show More Ads Before Movies

The theater chain’s decision brings it in line with what its biggest competitors, Regal and Cinemark, have been doing since 2019, but it risks irking loyal customers.

Trade Brought Them Together. What Happens Now?

Chinese-U.S. trade is not just shipping containers and customs forms. It is underpinned by relationships between entrepreneurs. But now the turmoil over the Trump administration’s tariffs is threatening to fray longstanding personal ties.

Tesla Shares Bounce but End the Week Sharply Lower

The stock has been on a roller coaster ever since President Trump’s election. The shares fell nearly 15% this week.

Paul Weiss Loses Another Prominent Lawyer in Wake of Trump Deal

Damian Williams joined Paul Weiss Rifkind Wharton & Garrison in January shortly after stepping down as one of the nation’s top federal prosecutors. He is taking a job with Jenner & Block.

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Downbeat business and consumer sentiment may not have translated into higher joblessness yet.

Jobs Report Bolsters Fed’s Patient Approach on Rate Cuts, Drawing Trump’s Ire

President Trump said his pick for the next Federal Reserve chair was coming soon as he stepped up his attacks on Jerome H. Powell.

The Rich Compensation for Being the C.E.O.

The chief executives at Palantir, which scoops up data for the government, and Veeva Systems, a cloud-computing company, topped two lists of the highest-paid C.E.O.s.

Hawley Breaks With Republicans to Oppose a Major Crypto Bill

The senator said that the GENIUS Act, as it’s written, should be struck down, fearing that it would be a “huge giveaway to Big Tech.”

Counting Up the Potential Costs of the Trump-Musk Rift

The clash between the president and Teslas C.E.O. wiped billions off the electric vehicle maker’s market capitalization. Other risks abound.

The market has quieted down but Friday’s report could set off more turmoil.

Can We Trust a Jobs Report From the Trump Administration? Yes, With Caveats.

Current and former employees at the Bureau of Labor Statistics, Census Bureau and other agencies say they have confidence in the numbers.

China Hints at Rare Earths Progress With E.U. Before Talks With U.S.

Beijing has approved more export licenses for the critical minerals and magnets in recent days, but supplies remain scarce and factories in the West are running out.

Job Market Is Getting Tougher for College Graduates

Researchers attributed some of the difficulty finding jobs to larger societal shifts, including the growing use of artificial intelligence.

In Chaotic Economy, Hiring Remained Steady in May

Employers added 139,000 jobs last month, continuing a steady run of hiring. The unemployment rate was unchanged at 4.2 percent.

Will White Men Rush to Court After Justices’ Latest Ruling? Not Likely.

The Supreme Court on Thursday made it easier for members of so-called majority groups to bring discrimination cases, but experts say the impact is likely to be limited.

Deficit Politics Returns in Debate Over Trump Tax Cuts

The legislation that Republicans are trying to push through Congress could swell the very fiscal imbalance that party leaders have promised to tame for years.

‘Nobody Likes Chaos’: Businesses and the Fed Wonder What’s Next for the Economy

Policymakers and business owners are navigating a highly uncertain moment for the economy, wary of overreacting but watchful of a meaningful downturn.

Trump Removed Crypto Warnings From Retirement Plans. Will That Affect 401(k)s?

Regulators under President Trump are taking a neutral position on crypto, retreating from the Biden administration’s more cautionary stance.

Shari Redstone Confirms Cancer Diagnosis While Facing Trump’s ‘60 Minutes’ Suit

Ms. Redstone, who is trying to close the sale of her family’s Paramount media empire to Skydance, was diagnosed with thyroid cancer this spring.

Marina von Neumann Whitman, Who Carved Path for Women in Economics, Dies at 90

She was the first woman to serve on the White House Council of Economic Advisers. At General Motors, she became one of the highest-ranking women in corporate America.

Red Sea Passage Remains a No-Go for Shipping Despite U.S. Action

Traffic through the Suez Canal is down about 60 percent since 2023, even after Trump-ordered attacks on the Houthis and now a cease-fire.

Imports Plummet in April as Tariffs Weigh on Trade

Americans bought fewer foreign pharmaceuticals, cellphones and cars, and cut purchases of machinery and other supplies.

European Central Bank Cuts Rates as Trade War Weighs on the Economy

It was the eighth rate cut in the past year, extending the bank’s divergence from the Federal Reserve, which has held rates steady since the end of last year.

How Hard Will Musk Fight Republicans’ Policy Bill?

The tech mogul is urging followers to pressure lawmakers to “KILL THE BILL,” potentially undermining a key plank of President Trump’s domestic agenda.

Procter & Gamble to Cut 7,000 Jobs Amid Tariff Uncertainty

The reductions will come over two years as the consumer products giant seeks to reorganize.

America’s Summer Hot Spots Wonder: Will the Vacationers Still Come?

Despite signs that consumers are pulling back on some spending, businesses are cautiously hopeful about domestic tourism this summer season.

On a Search for an Old E.V., Jay Leno’s Car Obsession Came Up Clutch

A Times reporter wanted to ride in a Baker Electric, a model from the electric vehicle past. Enter the comedian with the famous garage.

U.S. Is Trimming Back Its Collection of Consumer Price Data

The cutbacks would have “minimal impact,” the government said, but economists warned of reduced confidence in inflation data produced by a struggling statistical system.

How Higher Tariffs on Steel and Aluminum Will Affect Companies

Home builders, car manufacturers and can makers are among those that will see higher prices for materials. Those companies could charge customers more.

The White House Wants 90 Trade Deals in 90 Days. So Far, It May Have 1.

It takes years to close a typical trade deal. How do the current talks compare?

Jeffrey Epstein Invested With Peter Thiel, and His Estate Is Reaping Millions

Mr. Epstein, the late financier and sex offender, started by putting $40 million into Valar Ventures, a firm backed by Mr. Thiel. Today that investment is worth about $170 million.

Steel Tariffs Skip Britain, but Hit Europe Twice as Hard

Despite an exemption from 50 percent tariffs, Britain still faces a 25 percent duty because its trade deal with the United States has yet to be put in place.

Germans Are Buying More Electric Cars, but Not Teslas

Drivers in the country, Europe’s largest car market, are avoiding vehicles from Tesla, which has seen a drop in sales in other countries as well.

China Tries to Stop Smuggling of Rare Earths as Shortages Loom Abroad

Police officers, customs officials and spies are reinforcing China’s embargo on the critical minerals that it overwhelmingly controls.

Trump Bemoans How ‘HARD’ It Is to Strike a China Deal

Even the president appears to be doubting his strategy to win over Beijing, as relations fray between the trading partners.

Misery Loves Company? Bleak Week: Cinema of Despair Hits a Nerve.

Movies that are major downers, it turns out, are a big film festival draw. “Sometimes the world is such that you just need to wallow a little bit.”

Higher U.S. Tariffs on Steel and Aluminum Imports Take Effect

President Trump has doubled the rate on foreign metals to 50%, saying the levies weren’t high enough to help the U.S. industry.

Trump Wants America to Make Things Again. Does It Have What It Takes?

President Trump wants to revive factories, using tariffs as a tool. Companies that want to re-shore manufacturing are grappling with how to do it.

Fed Removes Shackle Imposed on Wells Fargo After Series of Scandals

For seven years, the bank was forbidden to grow as punishment for misconduct including creating fraudulent bank accounts and mistakenly seizing homes.

A New Era of Trade Warfare Has Begun for the U.S. and China

Instead of battling over tariffs, Washington and Beijing have turned to a potentially far more harmful strategy: flexing their control over global supply chains.

The Washington Post Plans an Influx of Outside Opinion Writers

A new program, known internally as Ripple, would open The Post to journalists at other publications and influential writers on Substack.

The Denim Making Process

At the Saitex factory, hundreds of workers push panels of jeans through sewing machines, and their work is augmented by machines that can stitch labels onto a dozen shirts at a time, or laser a distressed pattern onto multiple jeans.

‘Wheel of Fortune’ and ‘Jeopardy!’ Find Streaming Homes

Starting in September, new episodes of the popular game shows will be available on both Hulu and Peacock the day after they air on broadcast TV.

TikTok Bans #SkinnyTok After European Regulators Raise Concerns

Officials in Europe worried that the app was glamorizing eating disorders. The ban is TikTok’s latest effort to counter criticism about its effect on teen mental health.

What to Know About China’s Halt of Rare Earth Exports

Since early April, China has stopped almost all shipments of critical minerals that are needed for cars, robots, wind turbines, jet fighters and other technologies.

Elon Musk Left the White House, but Tesla’s Protesters Aren’t Finished

The activists behind the Tesla Takedown campaign say they intend to expand beyond protests at the company’s showrooms.

Trump’s Tariffs Expected to Drag Down the Global Economy

Economic growth will slow this year and next as the trade war hampers development in the United States and around the world, the Organization for Economic Cooperation and Development said.

How Low Will the Dollar Go?

Trade-war angst has put pressure on the greenback this year. Wall Street thinks it’s about to get worse.

Persecuted by Mao, Xi’s Father Became a Reformer. Did Xi Reject His Legacy?

Xi Zhongxun was purged by the Communist Party he served and went on to help reform Chinese politics. His son is the most authoritarian leader since Mao.

Consumers Are Financing Their Groceries. What Does It Say About the Economy?

Increased use of “buy now, pay later” loans may signal shifting consumer habits, but could also be a troubling sign of financial stress.

Elon Musk Returns to His Tech Empire, Facing Questions of Inattention

As Mr. Musk steps away from Washington, he faces concerns over his prolonged absence from his businesses including Tesla, SpaceX, xAI and X.

Economists Question G.O.P. Bill: Why Increase the Deficit in Good Times?

Huge deficits are already making bond investors nervous. Economists warn that could make it harder to respond to future crises.

Companies Rely on Delaware Courts. Lawyers Reap Huge Fees There.

A new study found that courts in the state, where many big companies reside, often cleared big payouts to lawyers. It may further embolden the state’s critics.

As Courts Call Tariffs Into Question, Trump Again Turns to His Favorite Tool

The president is set to raise tariffs on steel and aluminum this week, even as the courts are challenging the legitimacy of other levies.

How ‘Lilo & Stitch’ Became One of the Most Profitable Movies in Years

The film was originally aimed for Disney+. But it was rerouted to a theatrical release and is on a pace for at least $950 million in ticket sales.

The C.E.O. Other C.E.O.s Turn to for Advice

Steve Stoute’s role at the intersection of business and popular culture has made him a lot of high-powered friends.

Wall St. Is All In on A.I. Data Centers. But Are They the Next Bubble?

Private equity firms like Blackstone are using their clients’ money to buy and build data centers to fuel the artificial intelligence boom.

U.S. Dependence on China for Rare Earth Magnets Is Causing Shortages

The United States allowed its rare earth metals industry to move to China and could now face severe economic disruption as China limits crucial supplies.

Snack Maker Sues Aldi Grocery Chain Over Look-Alike Product Packaging

Mondelez International, a corporate giant behind the name-brand versions of many snacks, contends that Aldi is mimicking its packaging to dupe customers.

Stanley Fischer, Who Helped Defuse Financial Crises, Dies at 81

He was the No. 2 at the Federal Reserve and the I.M.F. during periods of economic turmoil, and he mentored future economic leaders, like Ben Bernanke.

Can Gen Z’s Nostalgia Save Chain Restaurants?

Many casual dining restaurants whose heydays were thought past are attracting younger customers charmed by memories of family meals and stability.

OPEC Plus Members Say They Will Fast-Track Oil Output

Saudi Arabia and the United Arab Emirates see a chance to ratchet up production in July, the third consecutive month of accelerated increases.

What Does Ultra Wealth Look Like?

In HBO’s “Mountainhead,” the “Succession” creator Jesse Armstrong uses subtle status symbols — and a secluded $65 million ski chalet — to convey hierarchy among the 0.001 percent.

With ‘Tudum,’ Netflix Shows Its Growing Appetite for Live Programming

The company has turned an in-person fan event into a live televised spectacle.

Should I Feel Bad About Running Errands During Work Hours?

Also, what happens when you’ve been hiding disorganization behind a facade of success.

Gen Z Doesn’t Want to Start a Bar Tab

To the chagrin of bartenders, many 20-something bargoers prefer to close out and pay after every single drink, no matter how many they might order during an outing.

She Built a Cult Baby Formula Business. Then R.F.K. Jr. Came Calling.

Laura Modi’s company, Bobbie, is rooted in science and uses organic ingredients. Some of her fans aren’t happy that she’s willing to work with the Trump administration.

Businessman Accused of Orchestrating Attacks on Journalists

The journalists, who worked at New Hampshire Public Radio, had investigated claims of sexual misconduct against him.

PBS Sues Trump Over Order to Cut Funding

The lawsuit, filed in federal court in Washington by PBS and a Minnesota public TV station, said President Trump’s executive order was unconstitutional.

Video Game Union Reaches Deal on Industry-First Contract at Microsoft

The agreement includes across-the-board wage increases of 13.5 percent.

Denying Visas to Chinese Students Could Backfire on America

Protecting the borders from espionage is essential. It’s something else to deny students because they are Chinese and hope to pursue a STEM degree in the United States.

U.S. Oil Companies Are ‘Battening Down the Hatches’

The industry is bracing for the OPEC Plus oil cartel’s meeting on Saturday, which is widely expected to further increase oil production despite weak demand.

Trump Has Targeted a Plane China Sees as a ‘Power’ Symbol

Beijing has high hopes for its C919 single-aisle jet after years of delay, but the plane depends on engines, avionics and other gear from Western companies.

A San Francisco Plaza Was Down and Out. Then Skaters Moved In.

Made quickly and with minimal fuss, a park for skateboarders revived a downtown site — and offered a few lessons for urban revitalization.

We Are Witnessing the Bond Market’s Power to Intimidate

Gaping budget deficits, on-again-off-again tariff wars and now, soaring bond yields. No wonder the markets are jumpy, our columnist says.

Fed’s Preferred Inflation Gauge Subdued in April as Spending Slows

The Federal Reserve has put interest rate cuts on hold until it has more clarity about President Trump’s policies.

‘Bellwether of Risks’: What ‘Buy Now, Pay Later’ Defaults Say About the Consumer

An increase in deferred pay-later loans has raised alarms, as the Trump administration seeks to gut the agency tasked with policing the sector.

The Judge’s Data Dilemma in the Google Search Case

The question is how to fix Google’s monopoly. Is an order to force it to share data the solution?

Don’t Call It a Side Hustle. These Americans Are ‘Polyworking.’

The number of people in the United States with multiple full- or part-time jobs climbed to over 8.9 million in March for the first time since 1994.

Twisty Path to a Deal: Is Nippon Steel Finally About to Land U.S. Steel?

A planned merger of the Japanese and American giants, announced in 2023, has traveled through an election, two presidents and strong union opposition.

S.E.C. Drops Lawsuit Against Binance, a Crypto Exchange

The dismissal of charges against Binance and its founder, Changpeng Zhao, is the Trump administration’s latest pullback in cryptocurrency enforcement.

Tariff Ruling Gives Businesses Hope, but They’re Soon Unmoored Again

Companies welcomed a court decision striking down President Trump’s tariffs. Then a stay of that ruling left no one breathing easy.

N.Y. Natural Gas Pipelines Get a Second Chance Under Trump

An energy company plans to revive pipelines that were blocked on environmental grounds, as President Trump pushes states on fossil fuel projects.

Victoria’s Secret Website Goes Dark After Security Breach

The cyberattack disrupted online sales for days and sent the lingerie company’s share price lower.

United Airlines Will Return to J.F.K. Through a Deal With JetBlue

The partnership comes after Newark’s airport, where United has a big hub, suffered long delays because of air traffic control problems.

The Times and Amazon Announce an A.I. Licensing Deal

In 2023, The Times sued OpenAI and Microsoft for copyright infringement. Now its editorial content will appear across Amazon platforms.

Ray Dalio’s Prescription for Avoiding Fiscal Catastrophe

The hedge fund billionaire’s take on how to fix America’s fiscal woes is getting a warm reception in Washington, even as he suggests drastic changes.

Wall Street Hesitates to Cheer Court Ruling Blocking Tariffs

The ruling added to uncertainty facing companies and consumers, but investors were encouraged that it could slow momentum for a trade war that threatened economic and corporate growth.

Export Controls Are Endangering the Fragile U.S.-China Truce

Just two and a half weeks after agreeing to suspend tariffs, both countries are using export controls to disrupt each other’s key industries.

The Techno-Futuristic Philosophy Behind Elon Musk’s Mania

From the White House to Mars, the tech billionaire has his sights set on the long term.

One Way to Sell Beer in Britain? Buy Into a Soccer Team.

An American microbrewery has made inroads in English pubs with a novel marketing strategy.

The Rise of the Japanese Toilet

Having conquered its home market, the Japanese toilet-maker Toto is selling more bidets in the United States. Toto’s president says not even tariffs will halt its advance.

Trump Tariffs Ruled Illegal by Federal Judicial Panel

The U.S. Court of International Trade said the president had overstepped his authority in imposing his “reciprocal” tariffs globally, as well as levies on Canada and Mexico.

U.S. Pauses Exports of Airplane and Semiconductor Technology to China

President Trump has stopped some critical products and technologies made only in the United States from flowing to China, flexing the government’s power over global supply chains.

Tom Robbins, Versatile Muckraker for The Village Voice, Dies at 76

He exposed corrupt officials and greedy landlords, and his reporting on prison violence was a finalist for the Pulitzer Prize.

Fed ‘Well Positioned’ to Wait on Rate Cuts Even as Economic Risks Rise, Minutes Show

Officials at the Federal Reserve have adopted a wait-and-see approach to policy moves amid extreme uncertainty about the economic outlook.

Tariffs Turn Porsche’s Headwinds Into a ‘Violent Storm’

The storied sports car maker, which was facing challenges from China and slumping demand for electric cars, now has to grapple with tariffs from the Trump administration.

Japan’s Debt, Now Twice the Size of Its Economy, Forces Hard Choices

Japan’s government faces pressure to curtail debt-fueled spending that some argue has staved off populist waves.

The Allure (and Complications) of Trump’s ‘Golden Shares’

The White House would like some control of U.S. Steel if it approves its sale to Nippon Steel. Such deals could alter foreign investment in the United States.

Doing Business in China Is Getting Harder, but Its Exports Are Hard to Resist

European companies operating in China say the market has become increasingly challenging because of weak economic demand and opaque government rules on business.

Trump Administration Tells State Regulators It Won’t Back Some Discrimination Claims

The E.E.O.C. said it would stop paying state and local civil rights agencies for claims from transgender employees or those based on “disparate impact.”

Trade Crime Is Soaring, U.S. Firms Say, as Trump’s Tariffs Incentivize Fraud

President Trump’s steep global tariffs have supercharged efforts to evade them. Some U.S. companies say the government is ill equipped to keep up.

Stocks Rally on the ‘TACO Trade’

The tongue-in-cheek term adopted by some analysts and commentators describes how markets tumble on President Trump’s tariff threats, only to rebound when he relents.

Ronnie Dugger, Crusading Texas Journalist, Dies at 95

As founding editor of The Texas Observer, he fought bigotry and exposed corporate greed, political chicanery and government corruption.

Trump Media Raises Money to Buy $2.5 Billion in Bitcoin

The deal is the latest move by companies partly owned by President Trump and members of his family to invest in crypto currency.

NPR Sues Trump Over Order to Cut Funding

The lawsuit, filed in federal court in Washington by NPR and other public radio organizations, said President Trump’s executive order violated the Constitution and the First Amendment.

How Tim Cook Could Build an ‘Off-Ramp’ to Placate Trump

Apple’s chief executive may have wiggle room to get back in the president’s good graces. It starts with the iPhone.

A Vermont Start-Up Was Close to Becoming Profitable. Then the Tariffs Hit.

A small Vermont business that sells water bottles used by cyclists and others is struggling to adapt to President Trump’s tariffs even after they were temporarily lowered.

U.S. Ships Championed by Trump Cost 5 Times as Much as Asian Ones

President Trump and members of Congress want to revive U.S. shipbuilding with subsidies and penalties against Chinese-built ships. But there are obstacles.

Driverless Semi Trucks Are Here, With Little Regulation and Big Promises

As the trucking industry struggles to recruit drivers, driverless trucks won’t need sleep, won’t speed and won’t get road rage. But experts and truck drivers say they are not a panacea.

Japan Will Spend $6.3 Billion to Shield Its Economy From Trump’s Tariffs

Lawmakers approved a plan to help companies and consumers as officials bargain in Washington for relief from debilitating auto levies.

China’s Soft Spot in Trade War With Trump: Risk of Huge Job Loss

A chronic housing slowdown and high youth unemployment rate have made China more vulnerable than it was in President Trump’s first term.

House Bill Takes Aim at Tax Break for Sports Owners

The legislation cuts in half a tax write-off potentially worth hundreds of millions to some professional sports team owners.

The N.B.A.’s Age of Dynasties Is Over. Will That Hurt Its Business?

This year’s playoff ratings are excellent. But is a small-market problem looming?

Four Former VW Managers Found Guilty in Emissions Trial

The men were accused of conspiring to conceal excess diesel emissions from regulators, helping to provoke a costly scandal.

Trump’s Tariffs and Tax Bill May Derail U.S. Battery Industry

Domestic factories that make batteries to store power to meet America’s rising energy demand depend on Chinese components and federal subsidies.

Electric Vehicles Died a Century Ago. Could That Happen Again?

Battery-operated vehicles were a mainstay more than a hundred years ago, but only a few still exist — one happens to be in Jay Leno’s garage.

‘Lilo & Stitch’ and Tom Cruise Add to a Box Office Boomlet

Moviegoing in the United States and Canada has rebounded over the last two months. Theater owners credit a wider variety of releases.

At Amazon, Some Coders Say Their Jobs Have Begun to Resemble Warehouse Work

Pushed to use artificial intelligence, software developers at the e-commerce giant say they must work faster and have less time to think. Others welcome the shift.

Trump Allies Look to Benefit From Pro Bono Promises by Elite Law Firms

Veterans, in particular, are seeking free legal work from firms that cut deals with the White House like Skadden, Kirkland & Ellis and Paul Weiss.

Inside United’s Command Center at Newark Airport

Amid dire conditions at the airport, an airline operations crew has had to figure out how to get more than 600 flights a day to take off and land without incident.

Retirees, Get Ready to Need Long-Term Care. Here’s What to Know.

Demand and costs for care are rising at the same time that a labor shortage threatens to worsen. How can you plan for this need now?

How China Stands in the Way of a U.S.-Vietnam Trade Deal

Among dozens of countries that were hit with steep tariffs, Vietnam was among the most publicly willing to meet the demands of the Trump administration. But China is a sticking point.

Trump’s E.U. Tariff Threat Could Cause Economic Damage Beyond Europe

A 50 percent tax on European imports would hit the continent hard, hurt the U.S. economy and slow growth globally.

Karen Dunn and Other Top Lawyers Depart Paul Weiss to Start Firm

Four prominent partners are leaving a few months after Paul Weiss cut a deal with the White House to avoid an executive order that would have restricted its business.

U.S. Steel to Form ‘Partnership’ With Nippon Steel

President Trump endorsed a plan that would link the U.S. and Japanese steel makers that had been blocked on national security grounds.

Boeing Strikes Deal to Avoid Criminal Responsibility for 737 Max Crashes

A deal between the plane maker and the Justice Department, which was opposed by some of the families of those who died in the crashes, includes paying millions into a victims’ fund.

Why Tax Shelters Aren’t Just for Billionaires

The swelling budget deficit makes future tax increases likely, our columnist says, even if taxes are going down now. Hedge your bets with a concept from investing — diversification.

Trump Takes on Apple — and Harvard, BlackRock and the E.U.

The president escalated battles with prominent American companies and institutions, as well as a key trading partner. The damage could be extensive.

Telegraph Takeover Drama Ends With Deal to Sell U.K. Newspaper to Private Equity

After years in limbo, the British newspaper is set to be bought by RedBird Capital, an American investment firm with many sports, media and entertainment holdings.

Everyone Now Has an Opinion on Jake Tapper

A book the CNN host co-wrote has received positive reviews and appears to be a sales hit. But it has also generated intense scrutiny of him and his work.

Why Is IMAX Suddenly Everywhere?

Movie studios are putting more emphasis on the IMAX brand as it stands out as a bright spot in the theater business.

How Electric Vehicles Are Targeted by the Republican Policy Bill

The measure, passed by the House, would roll back incentives for people to buy electric vehicles and for automakers to make them in the U.S.

Under Trump, a Mainstay for Small Businesses Clamps Down

At the Small Business Administration, deep staffing cuts and stricter loan terms are making it harder for entrepreneurs to get access to capital, contracts and technical assistance.

Ex-McKinsey Partner Sentenced in Obstruction Case

The consultant had deleted records involving McKinsey’s role in pushing OxyContin sales and driving the opioid crisis.

Have You Seen Evidence of Trade Crime? We Want to Hear From You.

The New York Times is looking to talk to business owners and employees who have seen evidence of tariff dodging or customs fraud.

China’s BYD Outsells Tesla in Europe for First Time

Despite steep tariffs, the Chinese carmaker leapfrogged Tesla in April, in what an analyst called a “watershed moment” for the continent’s auto market.

The House Passed Trump’s Megabill. Bond Investors Are Worried.

Republicans brought the president’s tax cuts one step closer to reality, but Wall Street remains on edge about the fiscal costs.

Deepfake Laws Bring Prosecution and Penalties, but Also Pushback

Dozens of A.I.-related regulations enacted in the past two years now lead to fines, incarceration and legal challenges from the likes of Elon Musk.

Southwest Airlines to Tighten Restrictions on Portable Batteries on Flights

The carrier will require passengers to keep lithium batteries visible while in use in order to allow flight crews to respond more quickly in case one catches fire.

What Trump’s Apple Threat Means for India’s Tariff Negotiations

Apple and India have invested years and billions of dollars in teaming up against China. India sees it as a strength. To President Trump, it looks like leverage.

A.I.-Generated Reading List in Chicago Sun-Times Recommends Nonexistent Books

A summer reading insert recommended made-up titles by real authors such as Isabel Allende and Delia Owens. The Sun-Times and The Philadelphia Inquirer have apologized.

Monroe Milstein, Burlington Coat Factory Founder, Dies at 98

His was not exactly a rags-to-riches story, but his family made $1.3 billion from an original down payment of $75,000 in savings.

C.E.O.s Hold Their Tongues to Avoid Attracting Trump’s Anger

Public companies are obligated to tell investors how tariffs could affect corporate financial results. But some are trying to do it with euphemisms to avoid the president’s anger.

British Retailer M&S Says Cyberattack Will Cost It $400 Million

The company also said it would take several more weeks to resolve issues relating to the attack, which came to light last month.

Target Faces Falling Sales This Year as Turnaround Falters

The retailer’s sales fell short of expectations, and it slashed its full-year financial forecast, citing a “challenging” economy and backlash over its pullback from diversity policies.

Trump’s Tax Policy Collides with Market Reality

Another spike in Treasury bond yields puts lawmakers in a tricky spot as they push for big cuts that could drastically swell America’s debt pile.

Why Washington’s Huge Tax Bill Is Worrying Bond Investors

Tax cuts favored by President Trump are amplifying debt and deficit concerns and pushing 30-year Treasury yields to their highest level since October 2023.

Will Writing Survive A.I.? This Media Company Is Betting on It.

The start-up Every centered its business model on artificial intelligence, and has raised $2 million from backers including Reid Hoffman, the founder of LinkedIn.

What if Making Cartoons Becomes 90% Cheaper?

A.I. has yet to upend Hollywood. But it is starting to make big inroads in animation.

Nvidia’s Chief Says U.S. Chip Controls on China Have Backfired

Jensen Huang, the chipmaker’s top executive, said the attempt to cut off the flow of advanced A.I. chips spurred Chinese companies to “accelerate their development.”

Fortnite Returns to Apple’s App Store After Scoring a Legal Victory

Apple kicked the popular game out of the App Store nearly five years ago, prompting a court battle that was partially resolved on Tuesday.

Tell Us How the Tariff Uncertainty Is Affecting Your Business

The New York Times wants to talk to business owners about President Trump’s trade war.

Nestlé and French Government Accused of Cover-Up in Perrier Water Scandal

An inquiry found that Nestlé and French officials had concealed the company’s practice of filtering Perrier water it labels “natural.” The head of Nestlé has suggested that human activity is making pure water scarcer.

What the Appeal of One Fast-Growing City Says About China’s Economy

Once derided for its slower pace, Chengdu has a surging population and booming real estate market as workers look beyond China’s major coastal cities.

Trump Scolded Companies for Raising Prices. Do They Have a Choice?

Economists say companies generally have to pass along the cost of tariffs. But populists on the left and right say the president may have a point.

Are You a European in a Housing Crunch? We Want to Hear From You.

To help us report on the housing crisis in Europe, we want to learn about the housing pressures you are dealing with, how they are affecting your community and how they are being solved.

Investors Are Jittery as G.O.P. Bill Threatens to Swell Deficit

Investors burned by President Trump’s trade fight now have to contend with a spending megabill that risks swelling the federal deficit.

How the Trade War Shaped a Chinese Battery Giant’s Hong Kong Debut

Shares of the company, CATL, surged in their first day of trading. Onshore U.S. investors were blocked from buying its stock as a “decoupling” of finance continued.

G.M. Stops Exporting Cars to China

The decision affects relatively few vehicles because the vast majority that General Motors sells there are made in that country.

23andMe to Be Bought by Biotech Company for $256 Million

Regeneron Pharmaceuticals said it would acquire 23andMe, which filed for bankruptcy in March and would continue to offer consumer DNA testing services.

Trump Wants to Fulfill His ‘No Tax on Tips’ Promise. The Details Get Tricky.

The idea is politically popular, but the tax benefits may not go as far for low-income workers as many may think.

Wall Street’s Riskiest Stock Deals Are Back, With a Trump Bump

President Trump’s associates and crypto entrepreneurs are rushing back to the market for the once-hot, but mostly troubled, investment vehicles called special purpose acquisition companies.

Spain Orders Airbnb to Take Down 66,000 Rental Listings

The government is widening a crackdown on tourist rentals as it seeks to alleviate a painful housing crunch.

‘Sesame Street,’ Facing Crisis, Signs New Deal With Netflix

The deal is a much-needed shot in the arm for Sesame Workshop, the nonprofit that produces “Sesame Street” and has been struggling financially.

Head of CBS News Is Forced Out Amid Tensions With Trump

Wendy McMahon, the president of CBS News and Stations, had allied herself with Bill Owens, the “60 Minutes” executive producer who recently resigned.

Tariff Uncertainty Threatens to Drag Down Europe’s Economic Growth

The European Union scaled back its forecast for growth in 2025 by nearly half a percentage point, as the jump in tariffs and surrounding chaos bite.

The ‘Sell America’ Trade Makes a Comeback

Investors sold stocks and bonds after Moody’s downgraded the U.S. credit rating, potentially complicating negotiations around Republicans’ tax plan.

How Kara Swisher Scaled Even Higher

The tech journalist and co-host of “Pivot” with Scott Galloway has a novel multimillion-dollar podcast contract with Vox Media, is in talks about a CNN series and has a slew of other ventures.

Markets Wobble on Concerns About U.S. Debt

Stocks slid, the dollar slipped and bond yields jumped in early trading on Monday but recovered by the afternoon.

Publix Recalls Baby Food Pouches Over Lead Contamination Concerns

The voluntary recall was prompted after routine testing. It is the second such recall recently of baby food over possible lead contamination.

The Miners Who Lost Their Jobs, but Not Their Faith in Trump’s Tariffs

With demand for steel down and a trade war underway, miners in the Iron Range of Minnesota are feeling the hit. But they hope better times are ahead.

Capital One to Pay $425 Million to Settle Suits Over Savings Accounts

Depositors said the bank cheated them out of higher interest rates. As part of the settlement, the bank admitted no wrongdoing and agreed to make up for lost interest earnings.

What Has Changed Since Silicon Valley Bank Collapsed? Not Much.

Two years later, no major legislation or regulation has passed, and the basic problem that caused the crisis persists.

His Life Savings Were Mailed to Him by Paper Check. Now, It’s Gone.

A thief stole 401(k) checks out of the mail. But why was Paychex, a major industry player, using paper at all given how often check fraud happens?

Can I Make My Jewish Employee Work on Christian Holidays?

Plus, how to know when the problem is actually you.

How Staffing Shortages Have Plagued Newark Airport

What’s causing major flight delays and disruptions at Newark Liberty International Airport? Niraj Chokshi, a reporter at The New York Times covering transportation, explains how a staffing shortage has contributed to the chaos and what’s being done to address it.

What if a Grocery Store Was More Like a Farmers’ Market?

A farm stop in Ann Arbor, Mich., has found success with its local-first approach. But is the model replicable?

U.A.E. Is Pouring Money Into Africa, Seeking Resources and Power

As the United States and other economic powers reduce their investment, aid and presence in Africa, the United Arab Emirates is wielding its wealth.

U.S. Downgraded by Moody’s as Trump Pushes Costly Tax Cuts

Now all three major credit rating firms no longer give the United States their best rating.

Fed to Cut Staff by 10% Over Several Years

In an internal memo to staff on Friday, the central bank’s chair, Jerome H. Powell, said it would offer a voluntary deferred resignation program.

Starbucks Baristas Stage Walkouts Over Dress Code Change

Their union objected to the unilateral policy change. Starbucks said the disruption has been minimal.

Campaign Against an Airline That Flies Deportees Sets Off a Legal Fight

Seth Miller, a New Hampshire lawmaker, placed billboard ads protesting Avelo Airlines’ decision to operate flights for ICE. Avelo accused him of trademark infringement.

Boeing May Avoid Guilty Plea Over Deadly Max Crashes, Lawyers Say

A decision by the Justice Department not to pursue a guilty plea from Boeing would be the latest about-face in a long effort to hold the plane maker accountable for the crashes of two 737 Max jets.

Why Are So Many Retirees Filing for Social Security Earlier?

An additional 276,000 people filed for Social Security benefits so far this fiscal year, up 13% from a year ago. Anxiety appears to be a driver.

Data Centers’ Hunger for Energy Could Raise All Electric Bills

Individuals and small businesses may end up bearing some of the cost of grid upgrades needed for large electricity users, a new report found.

‘Napalm Girl’ Was in the Photo. But Who Was Behind the Camera?

Questions about the credit for a famous photograph from the Vietnam War have divided the photojournalism community for months.

Cable Giants Charter and Cox to Merge in $34.5 Billion Deal

The combination, which must pass muster with antitrust authorities, would create one of the biggest TV and internet providers in the United States.

Inside the Rift Over Trump’s A.I. Deals in the Gulf

The president’s Middle East visit produced multibillion-dollar technology investments by the Saudis and Emiratis. But they face political pushback at home.

Can She Keep PBS on the Air?

Paula Kerger, the chief executive of PBS, is used to fights over the public broadcaster’s funding. But to her, the latest threats feel like “all-out effort to take us out.”

Movie Tariffs Could Open a Pandora’s Box

Hollywood offers a service, and services are what really drive the U.S. economy. President Trump’s proposed tax could set off a second, and more damaging, trade war.

‘It’s All About Trump’s Tariffs’: Asia Flocks to U.S. Trade Official

Asia Pacific Economic Cooperation nations, staring down U.S. tariffs, jockeyed for time with Jamieson Greer, the U.S. trade representative, at a gathering in South Korea.

Can C-SPAN Pull Off ‘Crossfire,’ but With Civility?

“Ceasefire” will be the low-key public affairs channel’s first new weekly show in two decades. The question is whether Republicans and Democrats will show up.

Outsourcer in Chief: Is Trump Trading Away America’s Tech Future?

Big deals to sell chips to the U.A.E. and Saudi Arabia have divided the U.S. government over whether they could be remembered for shipping cutting-edge A.I. overseas.

Which Podcasts Rule YouTube? A New List Comes With Surprises.

YouTube, now the most popular platform for consuming podcasts, is introducing a chart ranking shows by watch time.

Colorado Air Traffic Control Facility Lost Contact With Some Pilots

Controllers switched frequencies and planes were “safely separated,” officials said. The 90-second outage on Monday followed communications problems at Newark’s airport.

Consumers Prop Up the Economy. They’re Showing Signs of Strain.

Consumer spending has been the bulwark against recession. A pullback could slow the economy.

How 4 Business Owners Are Handling Tariffs on China

An easing in President Trump’s tariffs on Chinese goods gave businesses some breathing room. Long-term planning, though, is still on pause.

MSNBC Poaches a Politico Editor to Lead a New Washington Bureau

The cable channel, which is set to be spun off from NBC, is starting its first stand-alone D.C. office with Sudeep Reddy at the helm. It also plans to hire 100 new journalists.

Trump Pokes at India Again With Claims on Tariffs and Technology

President Trump suggested that New Delhi was ready to charge the United States “no tariff.” India’s foreign minister said that the two countries were still negotiating.

Bond Traders Enter the Budget Fight

Concerns about the deficit-stretching potential of President Trump’s tax plan is spooking some investors, even as Republicans argue over its particulars.

Walmart Warns About Ability to ‘Absorb’ Tariff Costs Without Raising Prices

The retailer reported sales growth, especially in its e-commerce division, but also cautioned about economic uncertainty in the quarters ahead.

British Consumers Are Skeptical of American Meat. Can They Change?

The countries’ trade agreement is just a first step, U.S. officials say. But consumers in the U.K. are wary of American food production.

The Booming Business of Returned Products

As retailers slow down orders for foreign goods because of tariffs, companies that recirculate overstocked or returned items may help fill the gap.

Here’s What Elon Musk Sees When He Opens X

The New York Times tracked 1,109 accounts that Mr. Musk follows on X to recreate his news feed.

Trump Administration Cancels Scores of Grants to Study Online Misinformation

Federal agencies say that by axing the funding they are protecting the First Amendment. Critics see it as stifling scientific inquiry into sources of harmful online content.

No, You Don’t Actually Have a Right to a Bank Account

There is a degree of political agreement over so-called debanking, but no easy answers to the hot topic in Washington.

Profits Are Stagnant. But the Funeral Industry Is Not Dead Yet.

As cremation rates rise and consumer preferences shift, funeral homes are innovating in surprisingly unconventional ways so they don’t die out.

World Economic Forum Investigating Allegations Against Its Founder

The board of the organization behind the annual Davos conference received a letter accusing Klaus Schwab, its former chair, of misusing funds and making inappropriate comments.

What to Know About the Newark Airport Problems

Many flights have been delayed at the busy hub because of radar outages, shortages of air traffic controllers and construction on a runway. The F.A.A. plans to cut the number of arrivals by late May.

Max, Once Known as HBO Max, Is Calling Itself HBO Max Again. Got It?

Warner Bros. Discovery executives are reinstating the name HBO Max for the popular streaming service. It’s the fourth name change for the app in the last decade.

Why Losing E.V. Tax Credits Could Hit G.M. and Ford Harder Than Tesla

A House Republican bill introduced this week would do away with tax credits that had encouraged Americans to buy electric vehicles and automakers to invest in new factories.

What Trump, and C.E.O.s, Actually Got in Riyadh

Executives including Elon Musk and Nvidia’s Jensen Huang, were in Saudi Arabia for new investments. That, not tariffs, is what they wanted from Trump.

Burberry to Cut Nearly 20% of Jobs as Luxury Sales Sag

The British fashion house, which reported poor annual sales in a precarious time for the global luxury industry, is looking to save 60 million pounds in cost-cutting efforts.

Andrew Witty, UnitedHealth Group C.E.O., Steps Down

The company said that Mr. Witty had left the job for personal reasons. Stephen Hemsley, the company’s executive chairman, will replace him.

What to Know About Trump’s Latest Changes to Taxes on Small Packages From China

Beginning Wednesday, shipments arriving in the United States from China and Hong Kong worth less than $800 could face 54 percent tariffs.

185% Tariffs: How the Trade War Hit One Shipment of T-Shirts

Even with a temporary reprieve, tariffs have begun to squeeze importers. See how.

The World Is Wooing U.S. Researchers Shunned by Trump

As President Trump guts American research institutions, world leaders see a “once-in-a-century brain gain opportunity.”

The Stock Market’s Boomerang Month Has Put Investors in a Bind

Although they long for more clarity about tariffs, investors are nervous about sitting on the sidelines as stocks climb.

China Truce Eases Tariffs but Does Little to Resolve Future Uncertainty

A 90-day pause on punishing tariffs could restart trade between the world’s largest economies. But it is not enough to resolve uncertainty about the economy.

CNN’s New Streaming Service Will Debut This Fall

The service is part of a major push to find paying customers for the network’s journalism.

Tesla’s Board Chair Made $198 Million Selling Stock as Profit Fell

Robyn Denholm sold Tesla stock in recent months while Elon Musk, the chief executive she oversees, worked for President Trump and alienated many car buyers.

Elizabeth Pochoda, Journalist Who Traversed the Media World, Dies at 83

She was a writer and a top editor at publications as diverse as The Nation, Vogue and Entertainment Weekly. She also helped found Grand Street and reboot Vanity Fair.

How the World’s Largest Jeweler Is Surviving the Trade War

Pandora, the Danish jewelry company, said it was “battle ready,” with plans to raise prices and reroute shipments from the United States, but tariffs could potentially cost it millions of dollars.

Why This Used Car Company Thinks Tariffs Could Be Good for Business

The chief executive of Carvana, which sells used cars online, said President Trump’s tariffs could help his company by increasing demand for its vehicles.

Is the Answer to Expensive Cars a Pickup Truck Without Power Windows?

Slate Auto, a start-up backed by Jeff Bezos, plans to sell a small, spartan electric truck that comes with no paint, stereo or touch-screens.

U.S. Inflation Mild Ahead of Expected Jump From Tariffs

Economists and policymakers are bracing for inflation to re-accelerate as companies adapt to President Trump’s trade war.

Powell Emerges as a Potential Winner from the Trade Truce

The markets have come around to the Federal Reserve chairman’s cautious approach to lowering interest rates. President Trump could be a tougher convert.

Tariff Misery in Japan: Honda and Nissan Forecast Plunges in Profit

Distress is spreading in Japan’s auto sector, putting into question Tokyo’s approach to trade negotiations with the United States.

German Companies Grow Wary of Investing in the U.S.

German companies invest more than three times as much in the United States as American companies do in Germany, but they are starting to rethink that strategy.

There Are Two Chinas, and America Must Understand Both

The technological success that has captured the attention of many in the United States is one aspect of the Chinese economy. There’s another, gloomy one.

At LAX Airport, Uber Drivers Wait. And Wait. And Wait. And Wait.

One of the busiest airports in the world used to be a prime place for gig drivers to earn money. Now, it’s typical of their increasing desperation.

‘MAGA Accounts’ and No Tax on Tips: Republicans Plan to Inject Trump Into Tax Code

House Republicans on Monday outlined their plans for a far-reaching tax bill that would deliver on several of President Trump’s campaign pledges — for now.

‘We’re Starting to Move Everything’: Trump’s China Deal Frees Up Shipping

The temporary lowering of tariffs may compel some U.S. businesses to order goods that they had held off buying after President Trump raised them to 145 percent.

Hollywood Groups Call for Tax Changes After Trump’s Tariff Threat

“Returning more production to the United States will require a national approach and broad-based policy solutions,” the groups said in a letter to the White House.

Tariff Truce With China Demonstrates the Limits of Trump’s Aggression

President Trump’s triple-digit tariffs on Chinese products disrupted global trade — but haven’t appeared to result in major concessions from Beijing.

Trump Administration Considers Large Chip Sale to Emirati A.I. Firm G42

The firm, which the U.S. government scrutinized for its ties to China, is angling for hundreds of thousands of advanced artificial intelligence chips in a deal that could be finalized this week.

Fox to Launch New Streaming Service, Fox One, This Fall

The new service will combine the company’s TV shows, cable channels and broadcast network, including National Football League games.

Trump Family Bitcoin Company Announces Plan to Go Public

American Bitcoin, a cryptocurrency firm co-founded by Eric Trump, said it was merging with a company traded on the Nasdaq, the latest expansion of the family’s investments in crypto.

Fed Official Still Bracing for Economic Shock Despite China Tariff Pause

Austan D. Goolsbee, president of the Chicago Fed, said there was still a risk of higher consumer prices and slower growth amid elevated uncertainty about the White House’s trade policy.

Newark Airport Had 3 Controllers on Duty When the Goal Is 14

The shortage on Monday forced the F.A.A. to delay flights to the busy airport for up to nearly seven hours, the latest problem to plague the airport.

Avelo Airlines Faces Backlash for Aiding Trump’s Deportation Campaign

The company, which serves airports in liberal cities on the coasts, has agreed to operate chartered flights for Immigration and Customs Enforcement.

Robert Shapiro, Who Made NutraSweet a Household Name, Dies at 86

His promotion of the sugar substitute was a success. But later, as head of Monsanto, he faced blowback after the company rushed into genetically altered products.

Inside the U.S.-China Trade Cease-Fire

Global markets are rallying on optimism over Washington and Beijing reaching a major, if temporary, détente in their tariff fight.

For Trump, It’s a New Era of Deal-Making With Tech’s Most-Coveted Commodity

As the president heads to the Middle East, America’s dominance over A.I. chips has become a powerful source of leverage for the president.

U.S. and China Agree to Temporarily Slash Tariffs in Bid to Defuse Trade War

The White House backed off from the steepest levies, as the costs of an all-out trade war with China threatened global economic growth.

Can the U.K.’s Military Spending Push Revive Its Small Towns, Too?

Britain is spending billions of pounds more on defense, but wants the money to go beyond nuclear submarines to improve local jobs and prosperity. Barrow-in-Furness may be the model.

Stocks Rally as U.S. and China Pull Back on Tariffs

The S&P 500 logged its biggest gain in over a month after American and Chinese officials signaled a de-escalation in the trade war between the world’s two largest economies.

130,000 Igloo Coolers Recalled After Fingertip Injuries, Including Amputations

The warning expands a recall of more than one million Igloo coolers in February, which was prompted by reports of fingertip injuries from the tow handle.

A Shipping Change Might Help Small Businesses if Not for Trump’s Trade Wars

Companies squeezed by Shein and Temu are welcoming the end of a shipping rule that bolstered the Chinese e-commerce giants. But broader tariff concerns are outweighing any optimism.

U.S. Says ‘Substantial Progress’ Made in Trade Talks With China

Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent said the details would be announced on Monday after two days of negotiations in Geneva.

Elizabeth Holmes’s Partner Has a New Blood-Testing Start-Up

Billy Evans has two children with the Theranos founder, who is in prison for fraud. He’s now trying to raise money for a testing company that promises “human health optimization.”

Haemanthus’s Patent for ‘Raman Spectroscopy System’

A patent for a “Raman Spectroscopy System” filed by Haemanthus.

‘Don’t Need a Deal’: Top Trump Economic Adviser Is All In on His China Hardball

In a wide-ranging interview, Stephen Miran, the chair of President Trump’s Council of Economic Advisers, said, “Volatility doesn’t necessarily mean anything greater for the long term.”

How Much Are We Paying for Newsletters? $50, $100 … How About $3,000 a Year.

More people are spending money on newsletters from their favorite writers. They’re also having trouble keeping track of how many they subscribe to.

‘Sinners’ Box Office Success Puts It in Elite Company

The horror movie from Ryan Coogler is on a pace to collect at least $330 million in worldwide ticket sales, a level reached by few original films in the genre.

Remarrying in Retirement? It Can Make Money Management Tricky

People over 65 who remarry after a death or divorce can face thorny financial questions — especially when it comes to adult children and inheritances.

U.S. and China End First Day of High-Stakes Economic Talks

The outcome of the trade negotiations, which will continue on Sunday, could determine the trajectory of the global economy.

With U.S. Trade Deal, British Steel Industry Feels Some Much Needed Relief

The agreement to lift the 25 percent duty on steel exported to the United States provided some relief for struggling businesses, but uncertainties for the industry remain.

Chinese Factories Are Looking for the Next China

A movement of manufacturing to Vietnam that began in President Trump’s first term is accelerating as sky-high U.S. tariffs block Chinese exports.

U.S. Starts Investigation Into Imported Planes and Parts

The Trump administration could use the investigation to impose new tariffs on imported planes, jet engines and other aerospace parts.

Robert A.G. Monks, Crusader Against ‘Imperial’ C.E.O.s, Dies at 91

A descendant of American wealth, he used his success in business to push for social responsibility in corporate leadership and encouraged shareholders to push back.

Newark Airport Has Another Radar Outage

The air traffic control mishap early Friday morning added to disruptions in recent days that have intensified concerns about safety at one of the busiest U.S. airports.

He Runs a Family Business. He Wants to Follow the Rules. It Isn’t Easy.

Randy Carr, whose family business makes embroidered patches, is always on high alert for the competition. But with on-again-off-again tariffs, he’s just trying to keep up with the rules.

British Airways Owner Buys 32 Boeing Planes Worth $13 Billion

IAG, the airline’s parent company, announced the order a day after Britain and the United States confirmed the framework for a trade agreement to lower tariffs.

A Decade-Long Search for a Battery That Can End the Gasoline Era

Can a small Massachusetts start-up perfect a battery that would make electric vehicles cheaper and more convenient than conventional cars?

Baffled by the Trump Tariffs, C.E.O.s Lean on the Word ‘Uncertainty’

With little ability to see how far the Trump administration is taking its disruptive policies, corporations and investors face higher risks, our columnist says.

The Trade War’s Next Front: A U.S.-China Showdown in Geneva

President Trump hailed an agreement with Britain as a breakthrough — but far tougher negotiations, including with China, beckon.

Panasonic to Cut 10,000 Jobs in Major Overhaul

The Japanese technology conglomerate plans to shed underperforming businesses and shift its focus to new areas of growth.

A Hit TV Show Brought Production Back to California. Will Others Follow?

The show’s producer, Jonathan Nolan, has put himself at the forefront of Hollywood’s push to get California to approve $750 million in tax rebates.

‘How Do I Survive?’: Tariffs Threaten U.S. Market for Traditional Chinese Medicine

Dispensary owners say a protracted trade war would harm a niche but popular sector in which imported herbs are prescribed to treat colds, pain and other ailments.

‘Set-Jetting’ Turns Fiction Into Real, Often Expensive, Vacations

The phenomenon, in which travelers choose vacation destinations based on beloved, sometimes dark, TV series and films, has become one of the biggest trends in travel.

Trade War Shock Is Scrambling China’s Exports

Shipments of goods to the United States plunged by 21 percent in April, but spiked to Asia as President Trump imposed sky-high tariffs on China.

Europe’s Wind Industry Faces Uncertainty Over Trump’s Policies

Not long ago, the U.S. was seen as a promising market for offshore wind. Now industry executives aren’t making any assumptions.

Musk-Tied Investor Clashes With One of World’s Biggest Asset Managers

A lawsuit accuses Brookfield Asset Management of fraud, attempted bribery and improperly limiting investments in one of Elon Musk’s companies.

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A lawsuit has accused Brookfield Asset Management of fraud and other offenses.

5 Takeaways From the U.S.-U.K. Trade Agreement

The deal still has to be finalized, but it was hailed as a success by both countries for being the first since President Trump announced broad tariffs in April.

Kenneth Walker Dies at 73; His Journalism Bared Apartheid’s Brutality

He shared an Emmy for his reporting on “Nightline” about South Africa’s policy of racial segregation. The National Association of Black Journalists named him journalist of the year.

Boy Accidentally Orders 70,000 Lollipops on Amazon. Panic Ensues.

Holly LaFavers said she was eventually refunded $4,200 for her 8-year-old son’s order of Dum-Dums candy.

Hope and Anxiety Share the Stage as Finance Titans Converge on L.A.

At the Milken Institute conference, a who’s who of finance and corporate America, there was a mix of emotions about financial markets and the economy.

Why the Fed’s Waiting Game on Rate Cuts Could Extend Until September

Economists have shifted back their forecasts for lower borrowing costs as President Trump’s tariffs raised the risk of higher inflation and slower growth.

U.S.-U.K. Trade Deal to Build on Close Ties but Leave Some Tariffs in Place

Much of the agreement President Trump unveiled Thursday still needs to be negotiated, but the administration said the deal with one of America’s closest allies would be the first of many.

European Companies: How Are Tariffs Affecting Your Business?

The New York Times wants to hear from European business owners about how they are navigating the uncertainty of President Trump’s tariffs.

Fear of Tariffs, and Hopes for a Reprieve, at C.E.O. Conference

At the annual Milken Institute Global Conference, the anxious talk was about tariffs and hopes for trade agreements and de-escalation.

U.S. Trade Deal Could Help U.K. Economy, but Won’t Transform It

The deal should help some sectors and boost confidence among consumers and businesses, but the British economy faces other challenges.

The Best Player in the W.N.B.A. Now Has Her Own Shoe. It Took a Long Time.

The marketability of A’ja Wilson offers a case study in race, fame and gender.

How India Is Trying to Squeeze Pakistan Far From the Battlefield

The nuclear-armed rivals are also wrangling over Pakistan’s access to desperately needed foreign aid, as India explores ways to use its soft power and relationships to bedevil its old enemy.

Toyota Says Tariffs Will Erase $1.3 Billion in Profits in Just 2 Months

The automaker’s somber forecast for the fiscal year underscored how quickly fortunes had turned for many companies reckoning with President Trump’s tariffs.

Trump’s Threat of ‘Foreign’ Film Tariffs Stirs Anxiety in the U.K.

After struggling through pandemic shutdowns and twin Hollywood strikes, the British film and TV industry is worried that duties will wreak devastation.

Trump Administration to Announce Trade Deal With Britain

A deal would be a positive sign for both governments, which have eyed an agreement since President Trump’s first term.

Clarence O. Smith, a Founder of Essence Magazine, Is Dead at 92

As president, he helped persuade companies like Estée Lauder and Ford to advertise in the pages of the first mass-circulation magazine directed at Black women.

What to know about the Fed’s decision.

The U.S. central bank is widely expected to stick to a wait-and-see approach as officials brace for President Trump’s tariffs to stoke higher inflation and slower growth.

The bond market is in focus as Trump and his advisers push for lower rates.

The Fed’s wait-and-see approach keeps tensions simmering with Trump.

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.

Consumers Are Pulling Back, Spooked by Tariff-Related Price Increases

Executives at several companies that sell popular products have recently pointed to signs of wariness among shoppers.

Recession Warnings Are Everywhere, Except in the Data

Mainstream measures have been slow to detect the impact of tariffs and uncertainty, leaving economists to scour earnings calls and private-sector data sources.

Disney to Build a Magic Kingdom Theme Park in the Middle East

Disneyland Abu Dhabi could become a growth engine for the company in the region. It could also expose Disney and its vaunted brand to criticism.

Netflix Overhauls Its Home Screen for the First Time in 12 Years

The implications for the industry could be significant, given that most other streaming services have copied Netflix’s design.

Countdown to China Trade Talks

Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent will finally start negotiating with Chinese counterparts. But business leaders shouldn’t expect any sudden breakthroughs.

New York Times Adds 250,000 Digital Subscribers

The company had nearly 11.7 million total subscribers at the end of March. Adjusted operating profit grew 21.9 percent compared with the same quarter a year ago.

Disney’s Park Business Grows Despite Consumer Angst

The company’s domestic theme parks have long been seen as a bellwether for consumer confidence. Revenue climbed 9 percent, to $6.5 billion, in the latest quarter.

WeightWatchers Files for Bankruptcy Amid Wave of New Weight-Loss Methods

The company, which has shaped how millions eat and exercise, is trying to reduce its debt as it expands its telehealth business.

As Fed Holds Rates Steady, Powell Says Next Step Is ‘Not at All Clear’

The central bank stuck to a wait-and-see approach as officials brace for President Trump’s tariffs to stoke higher inflation and slower growth.

Is This the ‘Manosphere’ for Women?

Dear Media, a podcast company known for chatty celebrity and lifestyle shows, is also tapping into women’s interest in alternative health.

Why China Is Investing So Much Money in Moroccan Factories

Morocco is linked to Europe on the strength of its auto sector and a trade pact. But its status as a connector country has become precarious in the trade war.

China Cuts Interest Rates to Shore Up Economy Hit by Trade War

China’s central bank acted shortly after news that officials from China and the Trump administration will hold their first formal trade talks since the punishing tariffs began.

TikTok, Facing a U.S. Ban, Tells Advertisers: We’re Here and Confident

The company’s executives tried to reassure potential advertisers about the app’s future in the United States without directly addressing a looming ban under a federal law.

Trump Officials to Meet With Chinese Counterparts Amid Trade Standoff

Scott Bessent, the Treasury secretary, and Jamieson Greer, the United States trade representative, will discuss trade and economic matters with the officials this week.

Chinese Imports Hit 2-Decade Low as Trump Tariffs Begin to Bite

While imports can swing with seasonal shifts, President Trump’s ratcheting up of U.S. tariffs on China has begun to cascade through supply chains, government data shows.

Blackstone President Donates $125 Million to Israeli Medical School

The gift is the largest in Tel Aviv University’s history, and is expected to help relieve Israel’s shortage of doctors.

Senate Confirms Frank Bisignano as Social Security Commissioner

Mr. Bisignano, a former Wall Street executive, will lead an agency upended by big staff cuts and other significant changes.

Some Giant Law Firms Shy Away From Pro Bono Immigration Cases

Fearing the wrath of President Trump, some elite law firms are declining pro bono work on lawsuits challenging the administration’s policies.

Barbie Maker Mattel Plans to Raise Prices Because of Trump’s Tariffs

Mattel, the U.S. toy company, said it would increase prices of some U.S. toys, citing levies on Chinese imports.

India and U.K. Strike Trade Deal Amid Global Tariff Upheaval

The two countries signed a deal three years after negotiations began to strengthen alliances in what the British prime minister called a “new era” of trade.

The Stakes for OpenAI’s Plan B

The giant artificial intelligence start-up dialed back its corporate reorganization plan, but big questions remain about its future.

Trump’s Return to Power Elevates Ever Fringier Conspiracy Theories

At every level of government, authority figures are embracing once-extreme ideas, including that the Earth is flat or that the state controls the weather.

DoorDash Plans to Buy Deliveroo and SevenRooms

The multibillion-dollar acquisitions would give DoorDash an expanded global presence.

Tariffs Could Wreck What Bangladesh’s Garment Workers Have Gained

In Bangladesh, the factories that make clothing for export had remade themselves and raised national incomes along the way. They never bargained for a trade war.

UPS and FedEx Once Handled a Deluge of Packages From China. That’s Changing.

President Trump has ended a tariff loophole that generated lots of business for delivery companies shipping inexpensive goods from China to the U.S.

Swiss Bank Pays $510 Million Fine for Helping Clients Evade Taxes

The fallen banking giant Credit Suisse, now a part of UBS, admitted to hiding billions of dollars from the I.R.S.

Ford Says Tariffs Will Cost Company $1.5 Billion in 2025

Ford Motor also reported a sharp drop in profits in the first three months of the year.

Pulitzer Prizes: 2025 Winners List

Here is the full list of winners and finalists.

The New York Times Wins 4 Pulitzer Prizes

The New Yorker won three Pulitzers, and ProPublica was given the public service award for its coverage of the deadly consequences of state abortion bans across the country.

Buy American? No Thanks, Europe Says, as Tariff Backlash Grows.

A shifting perception of the United States amid President Trump’s trade war is prompting Europeans to pivot decisively away from U.S. goods and services.

What Buffett’s Exit Means

Tens of thousands were on hand to see the billionaire announce his plans to retire. Their attention is already focusing on what is next for the conglomerate he built.

The Emotional Moment When Warren Buffett Announced His Departure

At the annual meeting of Berkshire Hathaway, known as “Woodstock for capitalists,” many wept at the departure of a singular figure in the business world.

Economic Concerns Are Mounting, but the Fed Isn’t Cutting Rates Proactively

The U.S. central bank is set to reinforce its wait-and-see approach at its meeting this week as President Trump’s tariffs begin to bite.

Vulnerable Iowa Farmers Now Face Perils of Trump’s Trade War

With high costs and low prices for their crops, soybean and corn farmers were already nervous as they planned for planting season this year. Tariffs aren’t helping.

Is This Late-Night TV’s Last Gasp?

The talk shows are one of the few TV genres that haven’t made the leap to streaming. Their future may instead look a lot like a podcast studio.

China’s Garment Factories Face a Tipping Point After New Tariffs

As a U.S. tax loophole ends, the apparel makers that sell to America are forced to consider alternative markets or cheaper locations in and outside China.

Oil Prices Fall as OPEC Increases Supply Despite Fears of an Economic Slowdown

U.S. oil prices fell to $57 a barrel after the OPEC Plus cartel said this weekend that it would pump more oil.

Trump Says He Will Put 100% Tariff on Movies Made Outside U.S.

Declaring foreign film production a national security threat, the president said he had asked his top trade official to start the process of imposing a tax on Hollywood.

Highlights of Warren Buffett’s Life

Mr. Buffett, 94, was crowned the “Oracle of Omaha” because of smart investments he made as the chief executive of Berkshire Hathaway. He also made some mistakes.

How Warren Buffett Changed the Way Investors Think of Investing

The idea of “value investing” had long existed. But no one did it as successfully or for as long as he did.

Who Is Gregory Abel, Warren Buffett’s Successor?

Mr. Buffett won renown and made billions as one of the most successful stock pickers of all time. Mr. Abel’s strengths lie more in running businesses.

My Boss Wants to Sleep on My Couch Every Week

Boundaries, boundaries and more boundaries. Plus: boundaries.

Would the Housing Crisis Ease if Boomers Rented Out Their Empty Rooms?

Millions of single-family homes are underused, on spacious lots. Refitting them for “roommate houses” or backyard cottages could make a difference.

Kenya Is Desperate to Pay Off Staggering Debt. Its Workers Are Paying the Price.

Increased payroll taxes are one element of a bid in Kenya to keep the government running and pay off the country’s foreign creditors.

Vietnam’s Factory Workers Are Living in Fear of Trump’s Tariffs

The threat of 46 percent levies, among the highest for any country, is rattling Vietnam’s factory managers and workers, as well as thousands of exporters.

Voters Approve Incorporation of SpaceX Hub as Starbase, Texas

A South Texas community, mostly made up of SpaceX employees, voted 212 to 6 in favor of establishing a new city called Starbase.

Warren Buffett Says He Plans to Step Down as Head of Berkshire

Mr. Buffett said at the annual shareholders’ meeting that he wanted to turn over the reins to Greg Abel at the end of the year. Earlier, he criticized Trump’s trade policies.

Why OPEC Plus Is Increasing Oil Supplies Despite Falling Prices

The group agreed to raise output in June, a sign that Saudi Arabia and its allies appear to be weary of cutting output and may be trying to appease President Trump, who has pushed for lower prices.

They Help Companies Set Prices. Tariffs Are Making It Trickier.

Pricing strategists are navigating the possibility that input costs, the economy and consumer behavior may all shift drastically.

What Your Estate Plan May Be Missing

Although a will is crucial to making sure your assets go where you want them when you die, you are likely to need something else, too: designated beneficiaries.

Trump’s Tariff on Cheap Chinese Imports Will Cost Big Tech Billions

For Meta, Alphabet and other platforms, the elimination of the tariff exemption for inexpensive goods is already cutting into advertising revenue.

Car Prices Expected to Rise as Tariffs on Parts Kick In

Tariffs on imported parts will have a broad impact because all vehicles use components made abroad.

Stocks Erase Losses From April Tariff Chaos

Wall Street has recovered from April’s sharp sell-off, buoyed by hope for trade talks. But the economic fallout from President Trump’s policies still has investors on edge.

NPR and PBS Vow to Fight Trump’s Order to Cut Funding

NPR called the order, which could upend public media, “an affront to the First Amendment.”

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Solid Jobs Report Reinforces Fed’s Patient Approach to Interest Rate Cuts

The central bank is bracing for President Trump’s tariffs to dent growth while stoking inflation, keeping interest rate cuts at bay for now.

Don’t Count the Dollar Out Just Yet

As President Trump’s tariffs rock the world, German bonds and the euro are benefiting. But U.S. strength endures, our columnist says.

Apple Dodged a Tariff Hit. It Expects Its Luck to Run Out.

The iPhone maker warned that it may take a $900 million hit from President Trump’s levies, showing that even powerful companies aren’t immune from the trade war.

TikTok Fined $600 Million for Sending European User Data to China

Irish investigators said TikTok did not protect the data of users in the European Union, improperly transferring some of it to China. TikTok said it would appeal.

Hospitality hiring could slow as foreign tourists skip the U.S., for now.

Exxon and Chevron Report Lower Profits While Girding for Tariffs

President Trump’s trade policies have helped to push down oil prices while raising the costs of materials for oil and gas companies.

President Trump remains bullish, even as the economy flashes warning signs.

After weeks of volatile trading, Friday’s report could set the tone on Wall Street.

U.S. Hiring Stayed Strong in April, the Early Days of Tariff Policy

The picture of a steady job market, even if backward looking, reassured investors worried about a trade-induced economic slowdown.

Chatting in Movie Theaters Is a No-No. But What About Chatbots?

Blumhouse, the horror movie studio, has teamed up with Meta on a chatbot that encourages people to use their phones while watching a movie.

Trump Ends Chinese Tariff Loophole, Raising the Cost of Online Goods

Supporters say the change is important to stop cheap Chinese goods from entering the U.S. But the decision could drive up prices for goods Americans buy online.

How a U.S. Tax Loophole Supercharged China’s Exports

E-commerce trade in small parcels brought Chinese factories to American shoppers. Tariffs are severing the connection.

U.S. Payoff for Ukraine Minerals Deal Faces Many Hurdles

The agreement could provide a windfall to the U.S., but the resources will be expensive to extract, and any progress is unlikely while the war rages.

Amazon Says Operating Profits May Decline Amid Economic Uncertainty

The company reported overall mixed results, sending share prices down in after-hours trading.

The World Still Speaks in U.S. Dollars

Confidence in the world’s reserve currency is in doubt, leaving an opening for alternatives like the euro. But it won’t be easy.

SharkNinja Recalls 1.8 Million Pressure Cookers After Burn Reports

The company is recalling Ninja Foodi OP300 series pressure cookers that were sold between January 2019 and March 2025 after more than 100 reported burn injuries, officials said.

Colleges Know How Much You’re Willing to Pay. Here’s How.

Schools turn to little-known consultants, owned by private equity firms, to find applicants and calculate scholarships. Here’s how that affects the price you pay.

G.M. Says Tariffs Will Cost It Up to $5 Billion

General Motors now expects to earn a lot less than it did before President Trump imposed 25 percent tariffs on imported cars and auto parts.

A Tidal Wave of Change Is Headed for the U.S. Economy

American consumers are not yet seeing much evidence of the drastic changes President Trump has made on trade. But they are on their way.

Microsoft Drops Law Firm That Made a Deal With Trump From a Case

The tech giant instead engaged a firm that is fighting the president’s executive orders, Jenner & Block, in a sign that those firms can still attract clients.

Tesla Chair Denies That Board Sought to Replace Elon Musk

Robyn Denholm, who leads Tesla’s board, said on social media that board members were “highly confident” in Mr. Musk, the company’s chief executive.

How Much Time Will Musk Devote to Tesla?

The carmaker denied a report that its board had explored finding a successor to Elon Musk. But even if he sticks around, he and the company face big challenges.

Rory McIlroy Dives Deeper Into Private Equity

The golf star is teaming up with the investment firm TPG on a new sports-related fund.

In an Uncertain Economy, McDonald’s Sees Sales Decline

The burger giant, a much-watched barometer for consumer sentiment, reported lower consumer spending in the first quarter.

As a Shipping Loophole Closes, Small Online Sellers Scramble

Independent vendors who sell on sites like Etsy and eBay are trying to blunt the pain from tariffs on low-cost Chinese-made goods.

Jeju Air Disaster Prompts a Reckoning Over Runway Safety

After a plane overshot a runway in South Korea, killing 179 people, a Times analysis found that global standards that help minimize fatalities are inconsistently followed.

Trump’s ‘Unprecedented’ Tariffs Lead Japan to Slash Its Growth Forecast

The Bank of Japan predicted growth of just 0.5 percent, cutting its previous forecast in half, and decided against another hike in interest rates.

European Automakers Scrap Forecasts Amid Tariff Uncertainty

Faced with tariffs introduced by President Trump on cars, steel and aluminum, Europe’s carmakers are pessimistic about the future.

Under Trump, Stocks Have the Worst Start to a Presidential Term Since 1974

During the first 100 days of the Trump administration, shock waves from the chaotic tariff rollout continue to send tremors through the global financial system.

U.S. Economy Shrank in First Quarter, in Reading Clouded by Messy Trade Data

Underlying economic growth remained solid in early 2025, but tariffs and uncertainty are expected to cause a further slowdown.

C.E.O.s Face a New Trump Conundrum, Over Prices

Companies are weighing whether they should be transparent about tariffs’ effect on prices, or — as Amazon learned on Tuesday — risk drawing the president’s ire.

Vietnam Used to Be a Safe Haven for Trade. Now It Might Not Be.

On the 50th anniversary of the end of the Vietnam War, U.S. companies that have come to rely on Vietnam’s factories, like Apple and Nike, are in a bind because of Trump’s tariffs.

Gates Foundation Is Rattled by Trump’s Threat to Its Mission

As the Trump administration dismantles foreign aid, Bill Gates, whose philanthropy is devoted to global health, is trying to talk to anyone with the president’s ear.

Trump’s Cuts to Science Funding Could Hurt U.S. Economy, Study Shows

Reducing federal support for research and development could cause long-run economic damage and reduce government revenue.

Chinese Factories Slow in Early Sign of Trade War’s Toll

A slowdown in commerce between the United States and China caused by escalating tariffs was evident in a report Wednesday on manufacturing activity in April.

Starbucks Profit Drops, but Leaders Say Turnaround Is Working

Profit fell 50 percent in the quarter, and the company said one reason was its hiring of additional workers to help its turnaround strategy.

Paramount Board Clears Possible Path for Settling Trump’s ‘60 Minutes’ Lawsuit

Paramount’s interest in settling has dismayed CBS’s news division. The executive producer of “60 Minutes” abruptly resigned last week.

West Coast Ports Brace for China Tariffs to Dent Import Volume Within Days

Large importers, including retailers and manufacturers, paused imports from China this month amid an escalating trade war. Ports are now poised to feel the fallout.

Penske Shakes Up Leadership of South by Southwest

The festival’s longtime president is leaving the festival, as are about 10 others. Its owner, Penske Media, told staff members about the changes on Friday.

New Data Provide a Pre-Tariff Snapshot of a Stable but Slowing Labor Market

But the effects of the levies, which have created uncertainty for businesses, have not yet been fully felt.

How Spain’s Success in Renewable Energy May Have Left It Vulnerable

The Iberian Peninsula’s widespread blackout raises questions about the resilience of the electric power infrastructure in the two countries — and to an extent, the rest of Europe.

What to Know as a Loophole That Let Shoppers Buy Cheap Chinese Goods Closes

Starting Friday, goods from China worth up to $800 will be subject to tariffs and more paperwork under new Trump administration rules.

Corporation for Public Broadcasting Sues White House to Block Board Firings

The media organization said the White House emailed three of the company’s five directors on Monday, telling them that their positions had been terminated.

Retailers Fear Toy Shortages at Christmas as Tariffs Freeze Supply Chain

Toy makers and stores are freezing holiday orders, predicting shortages and higher prices. Some are consulting bankruptcy lawyers, fearing their firms won’t survive.

How Trump May Unintentionally Cut Carbon Emissions

Despite his administration’s lack of concern about climate change, a recession would give the atmosphere a break. At least in the short term.

U.S. Gas Industry Pushes Back on Trump Shipbuilding Rules

The main oil and gas trade group wants the Trump administration to reconsider maritime rules released in April that would require it to use some U.S. ships to transport liquefied natural gas.

UPS Says It Will Cut 20,000 Jobs in Efficiency Drive

The move comes as President Trump’s tariffs are reducing shipping volumes and is in addition to 12,000 job cuts last year.

Adidas Warns Sneakers Will Cost More in the U.S. as Trump’s Tariffs Take Effect

The chief of the German sportswear giant said unpredictability surrounding the tariffs prevented the company from issuing a full-year forecast, but he predicted a price increase for American consumers.

Trump’s 100-Day Report Card

Market chaos and economic uncertainty has been a feature of the president’s first few months back in office. DealBook breaks down the milestones, and what to expect next.

Venture Firm Thrive Bets on Buying Firms That Can Benefit From A.I.

The investor is raising money to start and build companies infused with artificial intelligence, then use them to buy more.

G.M. Withdraws Profit Forecast as Trump Tariffs Take a Toll

General Motors also said its profit in the first three months of the year fell 7 percent from a year earlier.

Student Debt Collections Just Restarted. Here’s What to Know.

More than five million borrowers are in default, and millions of others are projected to be on the precipice.

Trump’s ‘Buoyant’ Trade Warrior Flexes His Power Over Global Business

Howard Lutnick, the secretary of commerce, has become a go-to for major companies seeking relief from tariffs. But he’s not always friendly to their interests.

Why Trump’s Economic Disruption Will Be Hard to Reverse

The president’s turnover of the economic order has unleashed changes that could prove lasting, because other countries will adjust.

Canada Votes, With an Eye on Trump’s Trade Policies

The two leading candidates, Pierre Poilievre and Mark Carney, both plan to fight the U.S., its largest trading partner, over tariffs. But who would be more successful as relations grow icy?

Spotify Has Paid More Than $100 Million to Podcasters to Take On Competitors

The audio platform has branched out to video and has given its podcasters a raise as the war for creator talent heats up.

Sweetgreen’s C.E.O. on Robots, ‘MAHA’ and Why Salads Are So Expensive

Jonathan Neman set out to make fast food healthier, co-founding the salad chain in Washington. Now, what goes in our food is political.

Apartments for Rent in a Former Office, but You Have to Live in Midtown

The developer behind transforming Pfizer’s former headquarters in Midtown Manhattan into about 1,600 apartments is hoping young people won’t care about the area’s lack of a neighborhood.

The Dollar’s Weakness Creates an Opportunity for the Euro. Can It Last?

European officials see the concern over the “safe haven” reputation of U.S. financial assets as a chance to attract investors.

‘60 Minutes’ Chastises Its Corporate Parent in Unusual On-Air Rebuke

The show’s top producer abruptly said last week he was quitting. “Paramount began to supervise our content in new ways,” the correspondent Scott Pelley told viewers.

New Details Emerge on Trump Officials’ Sprint to Gut Consumer Bureau Staff

Emails and testimonials from workers at the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau document the administration’s efforts to lay off 90 percent of the employees.

Trump’s Tariffs Squeeze an Already Struggling British Car Industry

The 25 percent levies threaten automakers that are navigating Brexit, a shift to electric vehicles and other obstacles.

Missteps, Equipment Problems and a Common but Risky Practice Led to a Fatal Crash

New details revealed by The Times show that the failures on Jan. 29 before an Army helicopter crashed into a jet near Reagan National Airport were far more complex than previously known.

Tariffs Are Bad for E.V.s, but Some Models May Have a Leg Up

Electric vehicles will get even more expensive, but prices for Teslas and some other models may not rise as much as prices for some conventional cars.

They’re on the Varsity Influencer Team

A new effort at the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill is aimed at turning its student-athletes into well-remunerated social media stars. Other schools are following suit.

How Colleges Are Turning Athletes Into Influencers

The University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill is known for its sports programs, but now it has something else to offer its athletes: an opportunity to become an influencer. Sapna Maheshwari, a business reporter who covers social media for The New York Times, returned to her alma mater to learn more.

Washington’s Besieged Journalists Raise a Cocktail Glass, Darkly

The annual weekend celebrating America’s free press went forward, even as the Trump administration chips away at press freedoms.

How Francis Wooed Donors

Efforts to fix the Vatican’s broken finances helped restore confidence among big givers. But the work isn’t finished.

Dollar Doubts Dominate Gathering of Global Economic Leaders

Participants at the I.M.F and World Bank meetings this week reckoned with the prospect that the U.S. safe haven could lose its luster.

Want to Escape the Financial News? Don’t Try a Hobby.

As tariffs threaten the cost of synth knobs, wine corks, specialty butters and trading card sleeves, the stuff that makes American life fun may become out of reach.

Harvard’s Endowment Is $53.2 Billion. What Should It Be For?

The Trump administration’s war on elite universities has forced them to consider whether it’s ever worth dipping into the trust.

‘Things Have Ground to a Halt’: Tariff Uncertainty Paralyzes Businesses

The Times heard from hundreds of American companies, most of them small businesses, that face a reckoning because of President Trump’s steep import taxes.

Bracing for a Slow-Moving, Self-Inflicted Economic Storm

The markets face a baffling prospect: continual disruptions from the White House with potentially severe consequences.

China Is Weighing Tariff Exemptions on Some U.S. Imports

An American business group said Chinese officials had surveyed companies about American products that are crucial to their supply chains.

Too Big to Tariff?

Washington and Beijing increasingly look likely to de-escalate their trade war. But the economic damage and ongoing uncertainty may persist for a while.

No More Food Dye in Froot Loops? Not So Fast.

Companies make packaged food without synthetic dyes in other countries. But despite pressure from Robert F. Kennedy Jr., the change isn’t likely to happen quickly in the United States.

As Recession Fears Rise, ‘No Buy’ Takes On New Urgency

The uncertainty surrounding President Trump’s tariffs has invigorated an underconsumption movement that took off early this year on TikTok and other platforms.

Stocks Post a Weekly Gain, Carried by Hope for Easing Trade Tensions

The S&P 500 rose 4.6 percent this week, with Wall Street grasping for scraps of information about tariffs and other crucial issues that can shift daily.

Publisher of PCMag and Mashable Sues OpenAI

Ziff Davis, which owns more than 45 media properties, is accusing the tech company of infringing on the publisher’s copyrights and diluting its trademarks.

A Sign That Consumers Are Anxious: They’re Cutting Back on Snacks

PepsiCo’s earnings call pointed to anxious consumers as to why sales had slowed, echoing comments by Chipotle and Procter & Gamble.

U.S. Urges Japan and South Korea to Commit to $44 Billion Alaska Gas Project

A group advising President Trump on energy policy is seeking meetings with Japan and South Korea’s trade ministries, with the hope of announcing progress in early June.