Panama's Supreme Court decision has strategic implications for the U.S., China and the fate of a $23 billion global ports deal ...

Core Viewpoint - St. Louis Fed President Alberto Musalem expressed reluctance to support further interest rate cuts due to persistent inflation above the Federal Reserve's 2% target [1] Summary by Relevant Categories Interest Rates - Musalem's stance indicates a cautious approach towards monetary policy adjustments, particularly in the context of ongoing inflationary pressures [1]

Core Viewpoint - Policymakers are expected to respond positively to President Trump's appointment of former Fed governor Kevin Warsh [1] Group 1 - The appointment of Kevin Warsh is seen as a strategic move by President Trump to influence monetary policy [1]

U.S. jobs data will come back into focus in the coming week as investors assess the likely timing of the next Federal Reserve interest-rate cut. ...

The food-delivery business agreed to pay $3.15 million in restitution to 48,000 workers across the city, and $350,000 in civil penalties and fees. ...

Core Insights - The region is enhancing its position as a manufacturing hub through increased investments and tax incentives for corporate investors [1] Group 1 - The focus is on attracting larger investments to bolster the manufacturing sector [1] - Corporate investors are being offered more tax perks to encourage investment [1]

Business activity in the Chicago area rose to 54.0 in January, driven by increases in employment, new orders and production. ...

Core Viewpoint - Federal Reserve governor Christopher Waller expressed his dissent regarding the central bank's decision to maintain steady interest rates this week, providing his rationale for the disagreement [1] Group 1 - Waller was a finalist for the Fed's top position before President Trump nominated Kevin Warsh as chair [1]

Prices charged by U.S. producers for their products climbed by more than expected in December, the Labor Department said. ...

President Trump's pick to succeed Jerome Powell as Fed chair spent years positioning himself for the job. ...