20 h. ago ‘Shock to the system’: farmers hit by Trump’s tariffs and cuts say they need another bailout

With extreme weather and Trump’s looming trade war, US farmers are reeling and resigned to needing another bailoutFarmers across the United States say they could face financial ruin – unless there is a huge taxpayer funded bail out to compensate for losses generated by Donald Trump’s sweeping cuts and chaotic tariffs.Small- and medium-sized farms were already struggling amid worsening climate shocks and volatile commodities markets, on top of being squeezed by large corporations that dominate the supply chain. Continue reading...

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25 h. ago Britain's fastest and slowest property markets revealed: Is yours on the list?

On average, there are 36 days between a home being put on the market, and a sale being agreed - but properties in some towns move much quicker.

Politics

31 h. ago China’s Xi Jinping is in Vietnam to figure out how to ‘screw’ the US, says Trump

US president issues scathing view of Chinese counterpart’s motivations amid escalating trade war with Beijing Xi Jinping’s tour of South-east Asia this week is likely intended to “screw” the United States, President Donald Trump has suggested, as the Chinese leader embarks on five-day tour of some nations hardest hit by Trump’s tariffs.China’s president arrived in Hanoi on Monday, where he met Vietnam’s top leader, To Lam, called for stronger trade ties, and signed dozens of cooperation agreements, including on enhancing supply chains. Continue reading...

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33 h. ago Zoopla reveals Britain's fastest and slowest property markets: Is yours on the list?

On average, there are 36 days between a home being put on the market, and a sale being agreed - but properties in some towns move much quicker.

Society

40 h. ago Scottish Premiership split fixture list revealed: Rangers v Celtic date, Europe fight, relegation games

All 12 Premiership clubs know their matches for rest of season.

Politics

43 h. ago Sony announces PlayStation 5 price to rise due to 'challenging economic environment'

It comes after the global stock market has taken a hit following new tariffs introduced by Donald Trump

Economics

58 h. ago Smartphones WILL be hit by tariffs within months, Trump aide says as hopes of tariff climbdown are dashed

The US President made an extraordinary U-turn over the weekend by declaring that smartphones, computers and other electronic devices will be exempted from tariffs.

Politics

68 h. ago Brits warned of looming pain as UK now among WORST hit by Trump's tariffs after he shelved punitive levies and handed China exemptions for iPhones

Downing Street signalled relief when the US president's 'Liberation Day' assault was originally mounted.

Events

3 d. ago Britain is now among the WORST hit by Trump's tariffs after president shelved punitive levies and handed China exemptions to dodge iPhone price hikes

Downing Street signalled relief when the US president's 'Liberation Day' assault was originally mounted.

Politics

3 d. ago The Chinese goods Americans most rely on, from microwaves to Barbies

Donald Trump’s tariffs will hit millions of video game consoles, electric fans and toys shipped to the US from China

Politics

3 d. ago Gold enjoys best week in five years as investors rush to safety

Even US Treasuries take a hit as Donald Trump’s tariff blitz shakes confidence in American assets

Economics

3 d. ago WARREN SHUTE: 'Don’t hit panic button just yet over Donald Trump tariffs'

Donald Trump has sparked a turbulent week for global stocks, but here is why financial planner Warren Shute says you shouldn't jump into impulsive decisions on your finances

Events

4 d. ago Trump's approval rating takes a hit amid tariff war and market turmoil

Like the stock market this week, President Donald Trump 's approval rating is sliding downward.

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4 d. ago Rep. Marjorie Taylor Greene bought stocks hit hard by Trump tariffs during the market meltdown

Marjorie Taylor Greene bought some high profile stocks last week as other investors were bailing out of the market

Politics

4 d. ago Rishi Sunak's resignation honours list revealed as Michael Gove, Alister Jack receive peerages

Rishi Sunak’s resignation honours list has been revealed

Politics

5 d. ago Tariffs live: Gold prices hit record high after Trump admits concerns over transition ‘costs’

Falling stocks across Asia follow Wall Street sell-off as US president threatens to go ahead with ‘reciprocal’ levies

Economics

5 d. ago US risky debt funds hit by historic outflows as Trump’s tariffs shake markets

Investors rush away from junk bonds and leveraged loans on rising recession fears

Economics

5 d. ago Tariffs live: Trump levies on China hit 145% as Starmer told only ‘extraordinary’ deal will let UK escape tariffs

European stock markets rebound slightly after Trump makes humiliating U-turn on tariffs for most countries

Economics

5 d. ago The UK city set to be hardest hit by Trump's tariffs has been revealed: Is YOURS on the list?

The British cities expected to take the hardest hit from Trump's levies are manufacturing heartlands, whose economies are based around industry.

Politics

5 d. ago Trump tariffs likely to hit UK growth, warns Bank of England policymaker

Deputy governor for financial stability Sarah Breeden added that it is ‘not clear-cut’ what effect the new trade policy will have on inflation.

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