EU’s von der Leyen: Will only go to the White House to negotiate a tariffs solution

Ursula von der Leyen stated she'd visit the White House only if there is a concrete agreement on trade tariffs in response to Trump's praise.

In Trump’s circle, some expect high tariffs even after trade deals

Sean ’Diddy’ Combs arrives in court for sex trafficking trial jury selection in

Sean 'Diddy' Combs faces a jury trial for racketeering and sex trafficking, with allegations spanning decades of abuse. He denies the charges and claims his accusers are financially motivated.

Fed’s Barr: tariffs to boost inflation, slow growth later this year

Michael Barr warns that Trump's trade policies may raise inflation, lower growth, and increase unemployment, complicating the Federal Reserve's response to economic challenges.

US-UK deal ’good news’ but tariffs still higher, Bank of England governor says

Bailey discusses the U.S.-UK trade deal's mixed benefits, highlighting ongoing tariffs affecting Britain's economy and the need for addressing export declines post-Brexit.

Thai central bank chief sees limited policy space ahead of tariffs-induced ’storm’

Dollar set for weekly advance amid trade deal optimism

The dollar is gaining against major currencies following a U.S.-UK trade deal, with optimism around impending U.S.-China trade negotiations potentially signaling a turnaround in trade relations.

S&P Global raises fears of Romania rating cut to junk category

Romania's political turmoil threatens its investment-grade credit rating, leading to economic instability, increased borrowing costs, and potential recession as uncertainty rises ahead of upcoming elections.

What’s in the new pope’s in-tray: financial woes, doctrinal rows

Pope Leo XIV faces major challenges such as budget issues, declining faith in Europe, tensions over reforms, handling clerical abuse scandals, and navigating complex diplomacy after his election.

IMF-World Bank meetings end with little tariff clarity, but economic foreboding

Global finance leaders met in Washington to discuss U.S. tariffs, resulting in more uncertainty and concerns over economic damage and rising debt risks amid stalled negotiations.