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Economists warn Trump’s push to reshape statistical agencies threatens the independence of U.S. data relied on by markets, policymakers, and businesses.

Gold prices edged higher as investors turned to safe-haven assets ahead of the Jackson Hole symposium and amid ongoing geopolitical tensions.

Electricity prices across the U.S. have surged 25% since 2020, far outpacing inflation and putting pressure on households already strained by high living costs.

Rising job losses, weak payroll growth, and a drop in durable goods spending are amplifying fears that the U.S. economy is teetering on the edge of recession.

Standard Chartered stock fell 7% after calls for a new probe into possible sanctions evasion days before its deferred prosecution agreement expires.

Intel stock surged after reports that the Trump administration may take a stake in the chipmaker, aiming to accelerate U.S. chip manufacturing leadership.

The US dollar weakened as inflation data and political pressure increased expectations for a Federal Reserve rate cut in September.

Gold surged to a record $3,534 as US tariffs, labor weakness, and geopolitical risks pushed investors to seek safe-haven assets amid growing economic concerns.

Bullish stock doubled its IPO price to $78, riding crypto momentum and institutional demand, with early trades valuing the firm above $10 billion.

Treasury data reveals national debt exceeding $37 trillion, accelerating due to pandemic-era spending and recent tax and defense packages.