Japan prioritizes protecting agriculture in U.S. tariff talks, even at the expense of the auto industry.
Japan urges banks to aid small firms hit by US tariffs; plans talks on foreign exchange issues.
Trump’s policies risk long-term U.S. economic harm, undermining global trust, Federal Reserve independence, and market stability.
New Zealand’s trade surplus rose to 970 million NZD in March, with exports and imports both increasing.
Gold hits record $3,430 as central banks, ETFs buy amid US dollar concerns and geopolitical tensions.
Ford halts exports to China amid tariffs; Volvo/Mack lays off workers due to weak truck demand.
Reduction in Federal Reserve independence could heighten inflation risks, raise interest rates, and hurt economic growth.
South Korea’s March 2025 Producer Price Index rose 1.3% year-on-year, unchanged monthly from February.
Tesla expects lower Q1 profits due to weak deliveries; investors eye Model 2 updates and future forecasts.
BlackRock acquires 1000 Bitcoin via Coinbase Prime, advancing its institutional-grade spot Bitcoin ETF efforts.
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