Economy

63 articles in the Economy category.

A McDonald's restaurant in Lebec, California.
EconomyJuly 27, 2025

California’s $20 Fast-Food Wage Hike Triggers 18,000 Job Losses

By RWTNews Staff

The NBER study, authored by economists Jeffrey Clemens, Olivia Edwards, and Jonathan Meer, found that California’s fast-food sector contracted by 3.2% from September 2023 to September 2024, while national fast-food employment grew by 0.1%.

Volkswagen Plant, Wolfsburg, Germany
EconomyJuly 26, 2025

Trump Tariffs Reshape Auto Industry, Boost U.S. Revenue

By RWTNews Staff

The U.S. has reaped significant revenue from these tariffs, with estimates suggesting over $100 billion annually in new revenue, bolstering federal coffers and supporting Trump’s goal of economic self-reliance.

Computer chip on left, stock chart on right
Science & TechnologyJuly 24, 2025

Trump Urges Tech Giants to Hire American, Reinforcing America First Agenda

By Tommy Flynn

“Many of our largest tech companies have reaped the blessings of American freedom while building their factories in China, hiring workers in India, and stashing profits in Ireland,” Trump declared.

President Donald Trump meets with the Japanese Minister of State for Economic and Fiscal Policy Ryosei Akazawa April, 2025
EconomyJuly 23, 2025

Trump Secures Major Trade Deal with Japan, Including $550 Billion Investment

By RWTNews Staff

The announcement follows months of trade tensions, with Trump’s earlier threat of 25% tariffs on Japanese goods set to take effect August 1. Japan, a key U.S. ally and the world’s fourth-largest economy, holds $1.1 trillion in U.S. Treasury securities

AI generated tech themed image
EconomyJuly 20, 2025

Crypto Surges 25% After Trump Signs Market-Shifting Bill

By RWTNews Staff

Trump's signing of the GENIUS Act marks a watershed moment for cryptocurrency markets, evidenced by the unprecedented 25% surge across digital assets.

AI generated image of technology workers
Science & TechnologyJuly 19, 2025

TSMC's Profit Soars on AI Chip Demand, but Tariff Clouds Loom

By RWTNews Staff

Can TSMC sustain its AI-driven success amid rising tariffs and economic headwinds? The chip giant’s next moves will shape the future of tech.

Lab beakers and an airliner in a hanger
Science & TechnologyJuly 18, 2025

Breakthroughs in Liquid Hydrogen and Sodium-Air Fuel Cells Boost Sustainable Aviation

By RWTNews Staff

Breakthroughs in liquid hydrogen storage and sodium-air fuel cells promise to transform aviation with zero-emission flights. These innovations could boost the economy through sustainable energy solutions.

Computer chip, stock chart and rocket taking off
Science & TechnologyJuly 18, 2025

U.S. Tariffs Under Trump Disrupt Global Trade, Tech Sectors Feel Strain Amid AI and Space Optimism

By RWTNews Staff

U.S. tariffs under Trump disrupt global trade and strain tech sectors, while AI and Blue Origin’s New Glenn launch fuel economic optimism.

Computer chip on left, stock chart on right
Science & TechnologyJuly 18, 2025

Chinese AI Breakthrough Triggers $600 Billion Nvidia Stock Plunge

By RWTNews Staff

A Chinese AI startup, DeepSeek, unveiled a low-cost chatbot rivaling ChatGPT, sparking a $600 billion plunge in Nvidia's stock value. This historic market drop highlights growing competition and economic shifts in the global tech industry.

US $1 bills
EconomyJuly 15, 2025

U.S. Manufacturing Gains Momentum with Major Corporate Investments

By RWTNews Staff

By March 28, 2025, Hyundai, Apple, TSMC, and more announced billions in U.S. investments, fueling hope for American manufacturing. Despite critics’ inflation warnings, Trump’s tariffs are driving a job-creating economic surge.

 Shipping containers at Port Elizabeth, New Jersey.
EconomyJuly 14, 2025

Global Economic Shifts Signal Bright Prospects for America

By RWTNews Staff

In mid-March 2025, U.S. tariff threats spurred global shifts, with Hungary and India slashing taxes and Germany boosting industry. These changes signal a bright future for American jobs and trade dominance, despite critics’ inflation fears.

President Donald Trump addresses the audience after the inaugural parade during the 60th Presidential Inauguration at Capital One Arena in Washington, D.C., Jan. 20, 2025.
EconomyJuly 14, 2025

Trump’s Tariff Push Signals a New Era for American Industry

By RWTNews Staff

On January 20, 2025, President Trump announced 25% tariffs on Mexico and Canada, igniting conservative enthusiasm for protecting American industries. While left-leaning critics cry inflation, supporters see a bold move to bring jobs home and strengthen the economy.