A soybean farmer recalls how he was impacted by Chinese tariffs in Trump's first term China's tariff's on U.S. agricultural exports hit American farmers hard back in 2019. NPR's Scott Simon speaks with farmer Josh Gackle about the impacts of another round of such tariffs. Scott Simon
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%. Scott Horsley
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? Scott Horsley
Why the AI world is suddenly obsessed with a 160-year-old economics paradox The primer on Jevons paradox that you didn't know you needed. Greg Rosalsky
China targets U.S. coal, gas, Google as Trump tariffs take effect Trump ordered tariffs against China, Canada and Mexico over the weekend. Canada and Mexico reached last-minute deals to pause those tariffs Monday. John Ruwitch
Trump puts Mexico tariffs on hold for 1 month after a call with the Mexican president US tariffs on Mexico to be put on hold for month Tara Neill
Trump used fentanyl to justify tariffs, but the crisis was already easing The White House says fentanyl smuggled to the U.S. justifies tariffs against Canada, China and Mexico. But fentanyl deaths and smuggling have been dropping fast — and Canada plays almost no role. Brian Mann
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. Scott Horsley
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. Scott Horsley
Trump inherits a strong economy by the numbers. What's his plan to lower prices? President Trump is promising a new golden age for the U.S. economy. Americans are enjoying strong growth and low unemployment, although many are still unhappy about the high cost of living. Scott Simon
