Scott Horsley
Stories
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What Trump's proposed 25% tariffs on steel and aluminum would mean for the U.S.
President Trump has called for a 25% tax on all imported steel and aluminum. That could give a helping hand to domestic steel and aluminum producers, but also raise prices for US businesses and consumers.
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Trump says he will impose a 25% tariff on aluminum and steel imports
A tax on all imported steel and aluminum could give a helping hand to domestic steel and aluminum makers, but raise costs for businesses and consumers that buy the metals.
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Employers added fewer jobs in January -- but the labor market overall remains healthy
U.S. employers added 143,000 jobs in January — a modest slowdown from the two previous months. The unemployment rate dipped to 4%.
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Here's a Super Bowl riddle: Why are egg prices surging — but not chicken wings?
There is one economic riddle ahead of Super Bowl Sunday: The egg market has been hit hard by avian flu, but wings are abundant and relatively affordable this year. So what gives?
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A threatened tax on imports from Mexico and Canada is on hold for now
President Trump has paused tariffs on imports from Mexico that were set to take effect on Tuesday.
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Trump imposes tariffs on Mexico, China and Canada; retaliation expected
President Trump followed through on his threat to impose steep new tariffs on imports from Mexico, Canada, and China. But he pushed back the effective date until Tuesday.
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Tariffs on Mexico, Canada and China set to go into effect
President Trump is imposing steep new tariffs today on some of America's biggest trading partners. The move could affect the cost of everything from tequila to two-by-fours.
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Businesses, shoppers brace for higher prices if tariffs on Mexico and Canada imports start Saturday
President Trump renewed his threat to impose 25% tariffs on imports from Mexico and Canada as early as this weekend. The move could raise prices on everything from gasoline to guacamole.
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The U.S. economy is still doing well as Americans continue to spend
The U.S. economy grew at an annual rate of 2.3% in the final months of 2024, largely fueled by robust consumer spending. The economy ended the year 2.5% larger than it was a year earlier.
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The Federal Reserve holds interest rates steady as inflation remains stubborn
The Fed held interest rates steady as it continues to combat inflation. President Trump wants to see lower rates, but some of his policies could fuel more price hikes.
