Tag: Donald Trump
What’s powering the economy? Frankly, it’s a mystery
The U.S. economy’s steady growth – the longest stretch since World War II without a recession – is something of a mystery. Last summer,...
Trump’s $4.8T budget would increase debt, cut safety net
WASHINGTON – President Donald Trump’s $4.8 trillion budget for the upcoming fiscal year proposes billions more in funding for defense and a United States...
U.S. jobs top estimates with 225,000 gain, wages accelerate
WASHINGTON – United States employers ramped up hiring in January and wage gains rebounded, providing fresh evidence of a durable jobs market that backs...
U.S. annual trade deficit shrinks for first time in six years
WASHINGTON – The United States trade deficit narrowed in 2019 from the widest in a decade, reflecting plunges in shipments from China and oil...
R.I. could be leader in new type of health reimbursement arrangements
As of Jan. 1, businesses have a new way to provide health coverage for their employees. Called an Individual Coverage HRA , this health...
Buttigieg outpacing candidates in R.I. fundraising
PROVIDENCE – The presidential hopeful that has raised the most in Rhode Island as of Nov. 30 is South Bend, Ind., Mayor Pete Buttigieg,...
U.S. and China agree to ‘phase-one’ deal easing trade tensions
WASHINGTON – The United States and China said they agreed to the details of the first phase of a broader trade agreement in a...
The status quo on health care is a sure disaster
Cassandra, of Greek mythology, predicted disaster. As Democrats debate Medicare for All versus the public option versus expanded “Obamacare” versus a yet-unnamed option, the...
U.S. economy keeps defying the recession odds
It’s impressive how well the U.S. economy has held up during the past year. As early as 2018, leading indicators were suggesting a heightened...
U.S. goods trade deficit narrowed in Oct. as imports plunged
WASHINGTON – The United States merchandise-trade deficit unexpectedly narrowed to the lowest in more than a year as imports plummeted, signaling the impact of...
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