India’s trade deficit widens in December on sharp rise in imports

NEW DELHI: India’s merchandise trade deficit widened in December following a sharp rise in imports as…

Opinion: Your wealth and investments are on the line if Trump torpedoes the Fed’s independence

Outside the Box When politicians get involved with central-bank decisions, inflation, the dollar and the stock…

Bank of America’s CEO says he’s bullish on the U.S. economy as earnings edge past expectations

Bank of America on Wednesday joined rival JPMorgan Chase in beating earnings estimates after the number-two…

The Supreme Court may rule Wednesday on Trump’s tariffs. But here’s what it means if it holds off again.

The Supreme Court has indicated it may release opinions on Wednesday, sparking fresh speculation that its…

Opinion: How Trump’s attacks on Powell and the Fed could actually bring more inflation

Published: Jan. 13, 2026 at 7:45 a.m. ET U.S. federal prosecutors are investigating Federal Reserve Chair Jerome…

Trump’s plan for U.S. economic growth has a new twist — include Venezuela and Greenland

Charlie Garcia responds to readers’ concerns about oil, rare-earth minerals and America’s foreign policy.

Looking for a new job in 2026? Here’s where the jobs are — and how to stand out.

The U.S. labor market is stuck in a cautious holding pattern that feels very different depending…

Consumer sentiment improves on signs of ‘modest improvement’ in economy

Sentiment readings are continuing to inch higher.

Donald Trump directs representatives to buy $200 billion mortgage bonds — Here’s what this means for US housing prices

United States President Donald Trump on 9 January declared that he is giving special attention to…

Opinion: Stock investors and oil companies could have a long wait before making any real money in Venezuela

Outside the Box Infrastructure and economic rebuilding hinges on the U.S. lifting sanctions Last Updated: Jan.…