U.S. energy secretary says shale industry will ‘survive and thrive’ despite plunging crude prices
Commodities analysts estimate that U.S. crude needs to stay above $65 per barrel to keep shale producers in business.
Russia frees U.S. dual national Ksenia Karelina in prisoner swap
World Russia frees U.S. dual national Ksenia Karelina in apparent prisoner swap Russia frees American citizen Russia has released Ksenia Karelina, a dual U.S.-Russian national who was sentenced to 12 …
Inflation rate eases to 2.4% in March, lower than expected; core at 4-year low
The consumer price index fell a seasonally adjusted 0.1% in March, putting the 12-month inflation rate at 2.4%, down from 2.8% in February.
European Union approves first set of retaliatory tariffs on U.S. imports
The European Union on Wednesday voted to approve its first set of retaliatory measures to counter tariffs imposed by the U.S. on steel and aluminum.
China hikes tariffs on U.S. goods to 84%, as EU also hits back
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At least 27 killed by roof collapse at nightclub in Dominican Republic
World Jet Set nightclub in Santo Domingo, Dominican Republic, hit by deadly roof collapse Santo Domingo, Dominican Republic — At least 27 people died and more than 100 were being treated …
Treasury Secretary Bessent says China’s escalation was ‘big mistake,’ country playing with ‘losing hand’
Japan has been at the forefront of countries eager to negotiate, and the White House expects a multitude of others.
CEOs think the U.S. is ‘probably in a recession right now,’ says BlackRock’s Larry Fink
The asset management executive also said that the he thinks the tariffs of President Donald Trump could put upward pressure on inflation.
Trump threatens to impose an additional 50% tariff on China
MoneyWatch Trump threatens to impose an additional 50% tariff on China Trump defends tariffs amid market downturn President Trump on Monday said the U.S. will apply an additional 50% tariff …
4/4: CBS Evening News
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