Quick Glance: Canada to Counter US Auto Tariffs with Trade Actions
- Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney announced plans to respond with trade actions if the U.S. imposes new auto tariffs.
- The proposed 25% tariffs could significantly raise vehicle costs in the U.S. and slow production.
- European nations and Canada are considering retaliatory measures as auto stocks decline.
- Carney highlighted the need to reduce Canada's dependence on the U.S., amid concerns about the tariffs' impact on the global auto industry.
"The U.S. has chosen a path at whose end lie only losers, since tariffs and isolation hurt prosperity for everyone."— German Chancellor Olaf Scholz commented on the trade crisis during a press conference.
Trump places 25% tariffs on auto imports, sparking global trade tensions: If the taxes are fully passed onto consumers, the average auto price on an imported ...
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How would Peter Dutton's proposed fuel excise cut work? Here's what we know: The opposition says it would repeal Labor's legislated tax cuts and instead halve ...
abc.net.au/news/2025-03-27/peter-dutton-fuel-excise-cut-explained/105102732

Quick Glance: Dutton Proposes Fuel Excise Cut in Budget Response
- Opposition Leader Peter Dutton plans a $6 billion cut to fuel excise to confront Labor over living costs.
- He indicates new housing supply policies and a reduction in migration intake in his budget reply speech.
- The proposed excise cut would lower the tax to 25.4 cents per litre for one year, providing immediate relief to households.
- In contrast, the government’s tax cuts will not take effect for 15 months, which Dutton criticizes as a 'cruel hoax.'
Coming to a store near you: double-digit coffee price hikes: If your favourite coffee beans have vanished from the shelves, don't worry - they will return soon ...
reuters.com/markets/commodities/coming-store-near-you-double-digit-coffee-price-hikes-2025-03-27/

Australia: Prime Minister Albanese calls general election: Australians will head to the polls on May 3, locking in a showdown over climate promises ...
dw.com/en/australia-prime-minister-albanese-calls-general-election/a-72064672

Quick Glance: Federal Election Set for May 3
- The Prime Minister has announced the federal election will be held on May 3.
- Anthony Albanese emphasized cost-of-living and Medicare as key campaign issues.
- Voters will have five weeks to prepare for the election, coinciding with multiple public holidays.
- Challenges lie ahead, including upcoming RBA decisions and potential trade tariffs.
This thing here, your Medicare card, they're all in your hands because only Labor has the plan to make you better off over the next three years.— Anthony Albanese speaking to voters about the importance of the Labor Party for Australia's future.
Australia to hold general elections on May 3 with inflation and a housing shortage major issues
ctvnews.ca/world/article/australia-to-hold-general-elections-on-may-3-with-inflation-and-a-housing-shortage-major-issues/

Netflix's Price Hikes Pushed Me to Free Streaming Services, and I Don't Hate It: A seamless Super Bowl stream from Tubi inspired me to see if I could dump ...
uk.pcmag.com/video-streaming-services/157297/netflixs-price-hikes-pushed-me-to-free-streaming-services-and-i-dont-hate-it

Trump’s auto tariffs spark global outcry as price hikes loom: A 25 per cent levy on vehicle imports to the US is set to come into force next week ...
straitstimes.com/world/united-states/trumps-auto-tariffs-spark-global-outcry-as-price-hikes-loom

The chancellor announced "final adjustments" to benefits changes unveiled last week and said the cuts will save £4.8bn in the welfare budget ... Show more
Spring Statement 2025 live: UK growth forecast halved by government's official forecaster to 1%, Reeves says - BBC News
Spring Statement 2025 live: UK growth forecast halved by government's official forecaster to 1%, Reeves says - BBC News
Trump's tariffs push will hit the U.S. harder than Europe in the short term, Santander chair says
cnbc.com/2025/03/27/trumps-tariffs-push-will-hit-the-us-harder-than-europe-santander.html

The unpredictability of Trump’s tariffs will increase the pain: Businesses are struggling to adjust
economist.com/leaders/2025/03/27/the-unpredictability-of-trumps-tariffs-will-increase-the-pain


Quick Glance: Key Outcomes of the 2025 Spring Statement
- Rachel Reeves highlights the government's achievements, yet sees global uncertainties as a barrier to growth.
- The £9.9 billion surplus is deemed very limited, constraining the government's financial maneuverability.
- Welfare cuts may impact 3.2 million families by 2030, while 3.8 million families could benefit from increased support.
- Growth forecasts indicate a short-term downward adjustment, followed by positive revisions in subsequent years.
GE2025: Maximum spending limit in election campaign raised to $5 per voter: This change is to account for inflation, the Elections Department said ...
straitstimes.com/singapore/politics/ge2025-maximum-spending-limit-in-election-campaign-raised-to-5-per-voter

Trump's tariffs are making the ECB's interest rate path 'more complicated,' policymaker says
cnbc.com/2025/03/27/ecbs-wunsch-trump-tariffs-are-making-rate-path-more-complicated.html

Trump announces 25% tariffs on car imports, set to take effect on 3 April, claiming they will boost US manufacturing.
However ... Show more


The real winners and losers from Albanese’s handouts: Cost-of-living pressures have dominated the Albanese government’s term. New analysis shows who it has tried ...
theage.com.au/politics/federal/the-real-winners-and-losers-from-albanese-s-handouts-20250326-p5lmkm.html

Get set to pay more for a new car now Trump's tariffs are here: The 25% levy on all imported passenger vehicles and key components set to take effect next week ...
businessinsider.com/auto-tariffs-trump-price-rises-new-cars-ford-gm-tesla-2025-3

UK inflation cools more than expected in February, but fresh climb expected: British inflation slowed more than expected in February, bringing some relief to ...
english.alarabiya.net/business/economy/2025/03/26/uk-inflation-cools-more-than-expected-in-february-but-fresh-climb-expected-

U.S. economy grew 2.4 percent in 4th quarter of 2024 after upgrade in growth estimate
pbs.org/newshour/economy/u-s-economy-grew-2-4-percent-in-4th-quarter-of-2024-after-upgrade-in-growth-estimate

US consumer confidence tumbles for the 4th straight month as future expectations hit a 12-year low
apnews.com/article/consumer-confidence-economy-inflation-bd6ece8784efff205e2ab922bcb86958

Which automakers are most susceptible to Trump's 25% car tariffs?: These automakers are the most and least exposed to President Trump's sweeping tariffs on ...
cbsnews.com/news/trump-25-percent-car-tariffs-prices/

Netflix expands HDR support with HDR10+: Before, Netflix users could only stream HDR titles in Dolby Vision or HDR10.
arstechnica.com/gadgets/2025/03/netflix-aims-to-support-hdr10-in-all-hdr-titles-by-the-end-of-this-year/

Prime Cabinet Secretary Mudavadi says inflation dropped from 9.2pc in September 2022 to 3.5pc in February 2025; economy grew from 4.8pc in 2022 to 5 ... Show more
Spring Statement 2025 live: UK growth forecast halved by government's official forecaster to 1%, Reeves says
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Every household bill rising in April - and how you can beat the hikes: Households face higher bills on 1 April across energy, water, broadband, TV and transport ...
news.sky.com/story/every-household-bill-rising-in-april-and-how-you-can-beat-the-hikes-13334997

Redistribution Can Address the Cost-of-Living Crisis: Mainstream economists claim that we can only cure inflation if workers and the poor have less to spend ...
jacobin.com/2023/07/redistribution-cost-of-living-crisis-australia-inflation-interest-economy

Willow Springs Raceway Is Closing This Summer for Renovations, Price Hikes Coming: Sources
thedrive.com/news/willow-springs-raceway-is-closing-this-summer-for-renovations-price-hikes-coming-sources

President Trump announced a 25% tariff on all vehicles and parts imported from outside the U.S. starting on April 2.
That import tax could lead to major price ... Show more


Fed: Inflation concerns could postpone interest rate cuts in the US: US consumers' inflation expectations are rising, which could lead to higher interest ...
handelsblatt.com/finanzen/geldpolitik/fed-inflationssorgen-koennten-zinssenkungen-in-den-usa-verschieben/100116562.html

Trump escalates global trade war with new 25 percent automobile tariffs: The president’s plan will probably drive car prices up. The White House says the goal is ...
washingtonpost.com/business/2025/03/26/trump-auto-tariffs-imports/

Gold climbs as new Trump tariffs on auto sector stoke trade tensions: Gold scaled a record peak on Thursday, as investors sought the safe-haven asset in response ...
reuters.com/markets/commodities/gold-rises-fears-mount-over-trumps-reciprocal-tariff-plans-2025-03-27/

Govt official relieved of duty over Facebook post on Sheikh Mujib: The official has claimed her account was hacked
thedailystar.net/news/bangladesh/news/govt-official-relieved-duty-over-facebook-post-sheikh-mujib-3858126

Spring Statement 2025: Experts give verdict on Rachel Reeves claim families will be £500 better off
independent.co.uk/money/spring-statement-rachel-reeves-obr-families-budget-b2722141.html

U.K. inflation slows to cooler-than-expected 2.8% in February : The U.K.'s inflation rate fell slightly to 2.8% in February, coming in just below analyst ...
cnbc.com/2025/03/26/uk-inflation-in-february-2025.html

Stagflation is an unlikely outcome for the US economy despite fears: analyst: "Energy price shocks tend to drive upside inflation shocks and right now ...
businessinsider.com/stagflation-outlook-us-economy-growth-inflation-unemployment-energy-oil-prices-2025-3

Gold rises as Trump's reciprocal tariff plans fuel concerns: Gold prices edged higher on Wednesday, as market participants braced for U.S ...
reuters.com/markets/commodities/gold-steady-concerns-loom-over-trumps-reciprocal-tariff-plans-2025-03-26/

ESRI says 'clear need' for reform of rent controls: The Economic and Social Research Institute has said there is a "clear need" for reform of ...
rte.ie/news/business/2025/0327/1504202-esri-says-clear-need-for-reform-of-rent-controls/

The Opposition People's National Party's promises during the debate on the budget for the next fiscal year would cost more than $48 billion ... Show more
PNP's promises would cost $48 billion, create ‘FINSAC 2.0’ – Finance Minister | News | Jamaica Gleaner
PNP's promises would cost $48 billion, create ‘FINSAC 2.0’ – Finance Minister | News | Jamaica Gleaner
Trump tariffs, inflation fears push consumer confidence to multi-year low: Their pessimism is raising fears about the economy's health, even as official ...
axios.com/2025/03/25/tariffs-consumer-economy-pessimism

🔊 Is recession ever worth it? Central banks sometimes engineer downturns to fight inflation but the impact on jobs can be severe ... Show more
Recession | Reuters
Recession | Reuters
Trump’s tariffs fuel economic pain for US consumers, businesses and farmers: For an agricultural sector that depends on international markets ...
mg.co.za/thought-leader/opinion/2025-03-24-trumps-tariffs-fuel-economic-pain-for-us-consumers-businesses-and-farmers/

Rising fears of tariffs pummel US consumer confidence to four-year low: U.S. consumer confidence plunged to the lowest level in more than four years in March ...
reuters.com/markets/us/us-consumer-confidence-deteriorates-further-march-2025-03-25/

Is Australia's economy on track for a 'soft landing'? The budget papers say it is
abc.net.au/news/2025-03-26/is-australia-s-economy-on-track-for-a-soft-landing-graphs/105093316

Stagflation on the radar for the US economy, but no repeat of the '70s: Recent economic projections from Federal Reserve officials had shades of ...
reuters.com/markets/us/stagflation-radar-us-economy-no-repeat-70s-2025-03-25/

Zotac raises RTX 5090 prices by 20% and seemingly eliminates MSRP models: Zotac has increased the pricing of its RTX 5090 graphics cards by up to 20% ...
tomshardware.com/pc-components/gpus/zotac-raises-rtx-5090-prices-by-20-percent-and-seemingly-eliminates-msrp-models

Inflation slows again less than a week from next interest rates decision: Inflation has eased once again in Australia, according to new data released just days ...
9news.com.au/finance/inflation-australia-february-monthly-consumer-price-index-abs/d597836b-19fc-4736-9eb0-489dff826c07

US bond investors weigh 'convexity' risk in recent Treasury yield decline: The recent drop in U.S. yields has raised speculation that a wave of buying of ...
reuters.com/markets/wealth/us-bond-investors-weigh-convexity-risk-recent-treasury-yield-decline-2025-03-25/

Triple lock state pension is broken - here's how to fix it: Sir Steve Webb, the former pensions minister, says every political party wants to get rid of the ...
inews.co.uk/inews-lifestyle/money/pensions-and-retirement/triple-lock-state-pension-is-broken-heres-how-to-fix-it-3602188

After Imamoglu's arrest: Turkish stock market faces imminent crash - | Currency crashes
fr.de/wirtschaft/nach-festnahme-von-mamoglu-proteste-belasten-tuerkische-waehrung-und-boerse-zr-93646645.html

MPs’ pay to rise to £94k in inflation-busting increase: The rise is an inflation-busting 2.8 per cent increase this year
independent.co.uk/news/uk/politics/mp-pay-rise-salary-per-cent-inflation-financial-year-b2720512.html

US consumers slow spending as inflation bites, Synchrony says: U.S. consumers have been curbing their spending in response to high prices and a worsening ...
reuters.com/world/us/us-consumers-slow-spending-inflation-bites-synchrony-says-2025-03-25/

How are inflation or tariffs affecting your shopping and budget? NPR wants to know
npr.org/2025/03/24/nx-s1-5336716/income-shopping-inflation-tariffs-purchases

Eid Al Fitr shopping: How Dubai inspectors prevent price hikes, protect consumers
khaleejtimes.com/ramadan/dubai-eid-al-fitr-price-hikes-consumers

Markets, Economy Look to Recover as Trump Suggests ‘Flexibility’ on Tariffs: The president and his economic advisers are suggesting that tariffs expected to take ...
usnews.com/news/economy/articles/2025-03-24/markets-economy-look-to-recover-as-trump-suggests-flexibility-on-tariffs

Spicy price-tag for Japan's beloved curry rice: If Japanese curry rice is your go-to dinner in Japan, you're probably feeling the pinch ...
www3.nhk.or.jp/nhkworld/en/news/backstories/3896/

Consumer confidence plummets to lowest level since January 2021: America’s economic mood continues to deteriorate as President Donald Trump carries on with his ...
cnn.com/2025/03/25/economy/us-consumer-confidence-march-recession/

Copper prices near an all-time high amid Trump’s tariff threats, China’s stimulus
euronews.com/business/2025/03/24/copper-prices-near-an-all-time-high-amid-trumps-tariff-threats-chinas-stimulus

Singapore core inflation falls further to 0.6% in February, lowest since June 2021
straitstimes.com/business/singapore-core-inflation-falls-further-to-0-6-in-february-lowest-since-june-2021

Trump zeroes in on Fed, setting up potential fight with Powell: President Trump is zeroing in on the Federal Reserve and setting up a fight with its leader ...
thehill.com/business/5211264-trump-attacks-federal-reserve/

Gold firms as tariff concerns continue to fuel safe-haven demand: Gold edged up on Tuesday as uncertainty over the Trump administration's tariffs next week ...
reuters.com/markets/commodities/gold-inches-lower-trump-eases-tariff-threats-fed-cautious-rate-cut-2025-03-25/
