Trump is touting a smaller trade deficit. Economists paint a more complicated picture.

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U.S. President Trump in Pennsylvania
Ahead of the midterm elections, Trump is promoting reduced trade deficit and tariff revenue as economic successes.

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I was laid off by Oracle 2 years ago and still can't find a job. I've blown through my savings and now sell antiques to stay afloat.

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Clair Todd
Clair Todd

Clair Todd

'Tis the season for another Blackstone holiday video

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Blackstone's Steve Schwarzman and Jon Gray in a Back to the Future parody from the firm's holiday video
Blackstone's Steve Schwarzman and Jon Gray in a Back to the Future parody from the firm's holiday video

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I drive for Uber and Lyft after retiring from Wall Street. The principles I learned as a trader help me make more money.

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Sergio Avedian started driving for Uber and Lyft after retiring from his job as a Wall Street trader.

Sergio Avedian

Job seekers in 2025 faced a Great Frustration: never-ending applications, ghosting after interviews, and losing hope

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Student-loan borrowers are gearing up for higher monthly payments after Trump moves to ax their affordable plan: 'I'm bracing for an astronomical bill'

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College graduate
Student-loan borrowers said they're worried about higher payments without the SAVE plan.

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AI layoffs could far outpace new jobs — past economic shocks reveal how fast that can fuel unrest, professor says

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Ekaterina Abramova
London Business School professor Ekaterina Abramova warns AI is moving so fast it could trigger mass layoffs, social unrest, and a political reckoning unless governments act now.

Courtesy of Ekaterina Abramova

I'm 87 and earn $12 an hour working two jobs. I hope to retire by 90, but who knows if I'll be able to.

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Rebecca Reed
Rebecca Reed, 87, works two part-time jobs to stay financially afloat.

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Social Security payments vary by state. Here's where retirees get the most — and least.

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Retirees on the East Coast generally see larger Social Security checks.

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Putin's annual Q&A with Russians is back. 2 issues are front and center.

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Russia's President Vladimir Putin.
Russia's President Vladimir Putin.

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