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US business activity rebounded in April as demand strengthened, while the war with Iran pushed input costs higher, S&P Global’s latest survey showed, signaling renewed growth and inflation risks
Ozempic is reshaping consumer behavior, from grocery carts to restaurant tabs, as Americans on the drug report eating less, dining out differently, and reallocating time and money once spent on food.
A new Trump strategy document revives the Monroe Doctrine, warning rivals against encroaching in the Americas while sharply criticizing European allies over defense spending and trade.
U.S. plans to reclassify marijuana from Schedule I to III could ease taxes and research limits, offering relief to cannabis firms but leaving key federal restrictions intact.
U.S. regulators have cleared a $6.2 billion merger that will reshape the local TV landscape, consolidating station ownership and raising new questions about media diversity.
Nestlé USA will relocate its headquarters and more than 700 jobs to Rosslyn, marking a major corporate shift that bolsters Northern Virginia’s growing business hub.
The U.S. energy secretary said lifting sanctions on Iranian oil could increase global supply and ease pressure on import-dependent countries, Reuters reported, as markets watch for policy shifts.
The Supreme Court handed a victory to oil and gas companies in a Louisiana environmental lawsuit, narrowing avenues for local governments seeking damages over coastal erosion.
Libya and U.S. investors discussed US$71 billion in proposed projects at the Libyan American Partnership meeting in Washington DC, targeting energy, infrastructure, and reconstruction deals.
The U.S. labor market shed 92,000 jobs in February, signaling a potential slowdown in economic momentum and raising fresh concerns among policymakers and investors.
The FAA is weighing a shift from Verizon to Elon Musk’s Starlink for critical communications, signaling a major shake-up in federal telecom contracts, sources told The Washington Post.
A $75 billion financial firm secured a lucrative carve-out in the latest tax bill after an aggressive lobbying campaign, raising fresh questions about corporate influence in Washington.
Washington has been named America’s Top State for Business in 2017 by CNBC, driven by a strong technology sector, robust job growth, and high quality of life for workers.
A wealthy state has approved a contentious “millionaires’ tax,” targeting top earners to fund social programs. Supporters hail new revenue, while critics warn of investor flight and economic fallout.
Washington maintains its competitive edge in the 2026 State Tax Competitiveness Index, as the Tax Foundation highlights its lack of income tax and business-friendly tax structure
Washington and Benton counties rank among the top U.S. counties for wage growth, new data show, underscoring Northwest Arkansas’ expanding economy and rising worker pay.
George Washington, long celebrated as a founding father and general, is recast as a shrewd entrepreneur whose land deals, branding savvy and risk-taking helped shape America’s early economy.
The Trump administration warns stricter immigration enforcement could disrupt farm labor, leading to reduced crop yields and higher food prices, sparking concern among growers and consumers.
The Washington Post warns the war’s economic fallout may soon deepen for Americans, as rising energy costs, supply chain disruptions and market volatility threaten growth and household budgets.
The Tax Foundation’s 2026 State Tax Competitiveness Index debuts with an interactive tool, allowing users to compare states’ tax structures, rankings, and reforms in real time.