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Trump Faces Inflation Blow as Midterms Approach
Trump's inflation reports hit hard weeks before midterms.
Newsweek · 1m

Ghana Economy Grows 7.4% in July
Ghana's economy grew 7.4% in July, driven by services, as US investors watch recovery progress.
The Rio Times · 1m

Labour to pull $50m from Super Fund for Elevate fund
Labour redirects up to $50m yearly from NZ Super Fund to boost domestic business growth via Elevate fund.
NZ Herald · 1m

Trump Voters Regret Their Votes
Trump supporters share screenshots of regret over their votes.
BuzzFeed · 1m

Breast cancer advocate and businessman unimpressed by NZ leaders
Breast cancer survivor and businessman criticize Labour and National leaders after debate.
NZ Herald · 2m

Trump touts booming economy as supporters struggle with costs
President Trump claimed the economy is thriving at a Montana rally, but many of his supporters say they are squeezed by high prices for groceries, housing and fuel.
NBC News · 2m

Trump Economy Fails Midterms
Trump's economic policies backfire as inflation and wages hurt Republican chances.
Slate Magazine · 1m

The biggest GOP lie isn’t about elections, it’s the economy
Republicans’ 50-year economic lie harms working Americans.
Salon · 1m

Kenya Economy Estimate Rises to US$151 Billion
IMF updates Kenya's 2026 economy to US$151.2 billion, boosting its East African standing.
The Rio Times · 1m

Venezuela Inflation Hits 467% This Year
IMF forecasts Venezuela's inflation at 467.9% for 2026, highest in Latin America.
The Rio Times · 1m

IMF cuts Latin America growth forecast
IMF slashes Latin America's 2026 growth forecast to 2.3% and Argentina's to 2.1%.
MercoPress · 1m

Rural Wisconsin Politics Shifts as AI Deepfakes Spark Debate
Democratic candidate Rebecca Cooke faces Rep. Derrick Van Orden in a rural Wisconsin district where AI deepfakes and economic frustrations are reshaping the election.
Salon · 2m
Voters' Frustration Over Economy on Spanish Radio Show
Pennsylvania Latino voters share economic struggles on radio show during Trump's second term.
Seattletimes · 1m

Job hunting takes longer as hiring stalls
Nearly four in ten people exhaust unemployment benefits before finding work in today's sluggish job market.
NPR · 2m

Australia eyes migration reversal it has never tried
One Nation and the Coalition promise to slash arrivals, but experts warn the economic cost could be severe.
the Guardian · 2m

Israel's economy booms, but voters worry about prices
Israel's tech sector drives rapid growth despite three years of war, yet high living costs dominate voter concerns ahead of October elections.
Al Jazeera · 2m

France's Unrest Echoes 1982 Economic Shift
France's current protests mirror 1982 economic reforms under Mitterrand.
Foreign Policy · 2m

Budget 2027: PM Anwar aims to boost economy, reduce rakyat burden
PM Anwar Ibrahim plans Budget 2027 to strengthen economy and ease public financial strain.
Malay Mail · 1m
Iowa voters weigh Trump's economic record
Iowa Republicans face a choice between party loyalty and concerns about the current economy.
Cbsnews · 1m

Kansas Senate race tightens as Trump's popularity fades
Republican Roger Marshall faces an unexpectedly close challenge from Democrat Adam Hamilton in a state that hasn't elected a Democrat to the Senate in 94 years.
TIME · 3m

Argentina's Economy Sluggish
Argentina's economy shows technical recession signs as August growth lags.
Buenos Aires Times · 1m

Trump Plans Iran Strike Before Midterms
Trump's White House considers pre-election Iran strike to boost support.
Rolling Stone · 1m

Consumer Confidence Hits New Low
Consumer confidence drops as fuel costs and economic worries surge.
Pymnts · 1m

Latino voters swing back to Democrats ahead of 2026
An NBC News poll shows Democrats leading by 24 points among Latino voters, a dramatic reversal from 2024 driven by economic concerns and backlash to Trump's immigration enforcement.
NBC News · 3m

San Antonio U.S. House race puts Latino voters’ power on display
Latino voters decide Texas House race as two candidates battle over economic promises.
The Texas Tribune · 2m

Mutharika Marks One Year In Office
President Mutharika says freedom restored but economy remains a process after one year.
Allafrica · 1m

Trump's Approval Drops Among Conservatives
Trump's approval among very conservative Americans fell 8 points to 76% as midterms approach.
Newsweek · 1m

Latino voters turn sharply against Trump ahead of 2026
A new NBC News/Telemundo poll shows Latino voters who backed Trump in 2024 are now abandoning him and Republicans over the economy and immigration enforcement.
NBC News · 4m

Can Australia learn from Canada's migration gamble?
Canada slashed temporary migration and its economy adjusted. But Australia's situation is very different, and the long-term costs may be steep.
the Guardian · 2m

Credit Rating Firm Warns Economy Will Be Obliterated
Egan-Jones predicts AI will destroy the economy by eliminating jobs and professional services.
Futurism · 1m

University of Michigan Reports Consumer Sentiment Drop
Consumer sentiment fell 7% in September as trade disputes and high prices eroded confidence.
Pymnts · 1m

Canadian Economy Would Do Better With Driverless
Jeremy Hansen says space exploration drives Canada's economy.
Financialpost · 1m

Finance Minister Calls for Economic Resilience
India's finance minister urges long-term economic resilience amid global uncertainty.
Financialexpress · 1m

Trump's White House, Trump's War
Seven months into a conflict meant to last weeks, Trump obsesses over marble and gold while his presidency unravels.
TIME · 4m

Vietnam Economy Grows 9.95% in Q3
Vietnam's economy grew 9.95% in Q3, fastest pace in 4 years.
Nikkei Asia · 1m

Milei Sticks to Guns
Milei pushes re-election despite economic warnings and political chaos.
Buenos Aires Times · 1m

Argentina needs better Milei
Milei's economic miracle lags behind polls.
Buenos Aires Times · 1m

Australia needs migration to handle ageing population
Treasury analysis shows lower migration would weaken living standards and worsen the budget deficit as Australia ages.
the Guardian · 1m

Five percent hold the key to Congress
Undecided voters say both parties have failed them. Cost of living will decide their votes and control of Congress.
NBC News · 3m

Democratic Hopium in Midterms
Democrats could win Senate and House in 2026 midterms.
Slate Magazine · 1m

Great Lakes senators demand Trump halt invasive carp barrier delays
Great Lakes senators urge Trump to stop delaying $1.15 billion invasive carp barrier project.
Chicago Sun-Times · 1m

Brazil Election Race Intensifies
Lula and Bolsonaro clash over military, women, and economy in Brazil’s pivotal election.
Foreign Policy · 2m

Trump Visits Peterbilt Plant in Denton
Trump highlights Texas manufacturing and economy at Peterbilt facility ahead of midterms.
FOX 4 News Dallas-Fort Worth · 1m

Fed raises rates for first time since 2023
The Federal Reserve's quarter-point interest rate hike will help savers but hurt borrowers, widening an already stark divide in how Americans experience the economy.
CBS News · 2m
Universal UK Resort 2031 Boosts British Economy
Universal Studios theme park project creates £50billion economic boost for UK with 28,000 jobs.
Dailymail · 2m

Thailand Faces Early Demographic Crisis
Thailand’s birth rate drops below replacement level, risking population halving in 50 years.
Foreign Policy · 1m
Indian consumers upgrade homes and cars
India's affluent consumers drive home upgrades, premium cars, and luxury watches as rural demand surges.
The Economic Times · 1m

Trump Calls Polls Fake, Iowa Farmers Bleed Money
Trump claims polls are fake as Iowa farmers report bleeding money.
Mother Jones · 1m

Holy See Calls for Responsibility to Fight Financial Crime
Holy See urges culture of responsibility to counter new financial crimes.
Vaticannews · 1m

Why Americans feel miserable despite a strong economy
Goldman Sachs says happiness, not jobs or GDP, explains why consumer sentiment keeps hitting record lows.
CNBC · 1m

How the Fed's interest rate actually works
The Federal Reserve just raised rates for the first time this year. Here's what that means for your wallet and the economy.
NPR · 2m

Fox News Poll: Cost of living pushes voters toward Democrats
A new Fox News survey shows economic hardship is reshaping the political landscape, with Democrats gaining ground on inflation and Republicans struggling with voter confidence.
Fox News · 3m

Melania's reality check on Trump's troubled second term
The First Lady defends her husband's presidency while Americans see economic collapse and an unpopular war.
Mother Jones · 1m

Republicans break ranks with Trump before midterms
GOP candidates are distancing themselves from Trump on the Iran war and other issues as voters grow frustrated with the economy and military conflict.
NBC News · 2m

Vance begs voters: give Republicans another chance
With midterms looming, the GOP is scrambling to convince disillusioned voters to stick with them despite economic hardship.
Rolling Stone · 1m

Trump backs Whatley in North Carolina Senate race
Trump campaigns for Republican Michael Whatley against Democrat Roy Cooper in a critical midterm Senate contest.
ABC7 Los Angeles · 3m

Republicans lose their economic edge with voters
Trump and the GOP's traditional advantage on the economy has vanished heading into the midterms.
NBC News · 2m

Texas 2026: Talarico edges Paxton, Abbott leads Hinojosa
A new poll shows the Texas Senate race is too close to call, while the governor's race favors the Republican incumbent.
NBC News · 2m

Will the Fed hike rates or hold steady?
Kevin Warsh faces a puzzle: is America's hot economy overheating or just dealing with temporary supply shocks?
Fortune · 1m

Trump's Latino support collapses in 18 months
The voting bloc that powered Trump's 2024 victory is now his biggest liability.
Vox · 2m