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U.S. Construction Spending Jumps in December, Boosted by Single-Family Homebuilding

U.S. Construction Spending Rises in December, Boosted by Homebuilding

Canada Dodges Disaster in Oil Trade War

Canada's energy sector may have dodged a trade war bullet, with the US imposing a lower 10% tariff on crude and potentially exempting some shipments altogether. While the tariffs could disrupt the integrated North American energy market, Canada has partial shields in place, including the expanded Trans Mountain pipeline.

Ecopetrol Renews Permian Basin Joint Venture with Occidental

Ecopetrol and Occidental Petroleum renew their oil joint venture in the US Permian basin in Texas. Read about the investment plan, development wells, and production targets.

Tariffs Spark Market Turmoil as Dollar Surges, Stocks Tumble

The dollar surged and stocks tumbled as the beginning of US tariffs ushered in a trade war threatening economic growth around the world. Most Read from Bloomberg: New York’s First ‘Passive House’ School Is a Model of Downtown Density; When French Communists Went on a Brutalist Building Boom; Trump Paves the Way to Deputize Local Police on Immigration; How the 2025 Catholic Jubilee Is Reshaping Rome; Historic London Elevator Faces Last Stop in Labour’s Housing Push

Markets Sell Off After Trump Tariffs

Markets plunged after investors realized President Trump was serious about imposing hefty tariffs on Canada, Mexico and China. Nasdaq 100 futures dove more than 1.7%, S&P 500 futures spiraled roughly 1.5%, and Dow Jones Industrial Average futures tumbled about 1.3%.

Trade War Erupts as US Tariffs Hit Global Markets

The dollar surged and stocks fell as US tariffs sparked a global trade war, threatening economic growth. The Bloomberg Dollar Index jumped 0.9%, while S&P 500 futures slid 1.4%. European carmaker shares and crypto assets also tumbled amid concerns over inflation and supply disruptions. The impact on emerging markets was severe, with the Mexican peso weakening by more than 2%. In energy markets, tariffs threatened to disrupt North America's oil trade, pushing up gasoline prices.

Farm Shops Face Closure as Tax Raid Bites

Over 700 UK farm shops face closure due to tax raids, threatening the livelihoods of 25,000 employees.

US Tariffs to Raise Prices on Everything From Tequila to Toyotas

Trump's tariffs on Mexico, Canada, and China will increase prices for vegetables, fruits, tequila, cars, clothing, and more. The impact will be felt by consumers, businesses, and the economy as a whole.

Medicare Advantage Open Enrollment: Switch Plans or Return to Original Medicare

During Medicare's open enrollment period, you can switch Advantage plans or move to original Medicare. Review your coverage and consider changes to drug plans and network access to find the best fit.

Tariffs on Canadian, Mexican Oil Imports Boost European, Asian Refiners

US tariffs on Canadian and Mexican oil imports benefit European and Asian refiners, boosting their competitive advantage and refining margins.