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Elon Musk and the CFPB: A Conflict of Interest?

Elon Musk may personally benefit from dismantling the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau, which regulates companies like his planned "super app" X. Critics say the move could reduce oversight and harm consumers.

Elon Musk Rejected $97.4B Offer From Group Led By Him To Buy OpenAI

Elon Musk's $97.4 billion offer for OpenAI rejected by CEO Sam Altman; OpenAI seeks profit, Musk sues to prevent it.

US Stock Futures Fall on Tariff Concerns, Powell Testimony Awaited

US stock futures edged lower Tuesday as markets eye tariff policy shifts from President Trump and await inflation testimony from Federal Chair Jerome Powell.

Trump's Reciprocal Tariffs: A Global Impact

Trump's reciprocal tariffs plan could impact US trading relationships globally, with countries with high average tariffs being particularly affected. The plan's detayls and implementation remain unclear, but it has the potential to disrupt trade and lead to bureaucratic challenges.

Tariff Uncertainty Clouds Stock Markets Ahead of Powell Testimony, Key Inflation Data

Stocks struggle amid tariff concerns and await key events like Fed Chair Powell's testimony and US inflation data. Gold hits a new high while the dollar holds gains. Investors weigh the potential impact of trade tensions on global markets.

Trump's Tax Cuts Drive Push for Deep Spending Cuts

Donald Trump's early actions as president range from dramatic to trifling. He wants to slash billions of dollars in spending on foreign aid, consumer protection, and healthcare, while also hoping to end production of the penny. These seemingly unconnected ideas have a common thread: financing tax cuts, one of Trump's top priorities.

Musk Dismantles Watchdog Amidst Plans for Digital Payments Platform

Elon Musk’s plans to transform X into a digital payments platform could benefit from the Trump administration’s recent order to halt work at the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau (CFPB), which oversees such companies. Critics argue Musk may have a conflict of interest, as X would likely come under CFPB oversight.

Stock Futures Slip After Trump's Tariff Announcement

US stock futures dip as Trump's 25% tariffs on steel and aluminum imports weigh. Tech stocks continue to struggle with AI spending concerns, while coffee futures hit an all-time high due to supply constraints.

China Vanke Receives $383 Million Loan from State-Owned Shareholder

China Vanke receives a $383 million loan from Shenzhen Metro, signaling government support as the property developer faces liquidity challenges.

Oil Steadies After Biggest Gain in Almost Four Weeks as Russia Cuts Offset Tariff Woes

Oil prices steadied after Russian production cuts outweighed concerns over trade tariffs.