The New York Federal Reserve claims 90% of the tariff burden is being shouldered by US firms and consumers, but the White House disagrees. Joining us now, White House National Economic Council Director Kevin Hasset. This will be uh Kevin, good to see you.This will be a continuation of a a discussion we had yesterday with uh Ambassador uh with our trade representative Jameson Greer. And we we talked about the whether something's regressive. Uh but we'll we'll try to get in into all of this.Uh and >> we saw a ...

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Israel’s economic growth accelerated last year for the first time since the start of the war in Gaza https://t.co/31hcvEu8Yi ...

Economic Growth and Performance - The economy is showing signs of significant growth, with President Trump stating that the seeds for growth have been planted and the economy is "blooming" [1] - The jobs report is promising, and the Consumer Price Index (CPI) has printed lower than expected, indicating a positive economic environment for working Americans [1] - Core inflation is at an almost 5-year low, suggesting that inflationary pressures are easing [1] Stock Market and Investor Sentiment - The S&P 500 has reached 7,000, and the Dow Jones Industrial Average has hit 50,000, which was previously considered a miracle if achieved by the end of Trump's term [2] - The current economic conditions are described as "unbelievable," reflecting strong investor sentiment [2] Wage Growth and Consumer Perception - Wages are growing when adjusted for inflation, contributing to a sense of prosperity among more people [3] - There is a need for the administration to acknowledge ongoing struggles faced by lower-income individuals, particularly regarding debt levels [4] Tax Policy and Economic Strategy - There is a suggestion for another round of tax cuts to help lower-income individuals feel the benefits of wage growth and stay ahead of price increases [4] - The administration is encouraged to communicate a clear message about economic opportunities rather than focusing on past issues [10] Inflation and Consumer Prices - The CPI report indicates a 1.8% drop in used vehicle prices, but there are concerns about rising electricity prices, which increased by 6.3% [15] - The Federal Reserve's pause on interest rate cuts may hinder consumer relief, despite the positive economic indicators [16] Credit and Debt Concerns - Average clients seeking help from credit counseling agencies earn $70,000 annually but carry debt levels of $35,000, indicating financial strain among consumers [20] - High credit card interest rates, reaching up to 25%, are unsustainable and contribute to economic dissatisfaction [21] Regulatory Environment and Manufacturing - The manufacturing sector has seen a reduction of over 1,400 major regulations, which has impacted costs significantly [30] - The average cost per employee in manufacturing is $29,000, compared to much lower costs in countries like China, highlighting the need for continued regulatory reform [31]

Malaysia’s much better-than-expected growth last quarter has prompted a flurry of analyst upgrades to their forecasts for this year https://t.co/EkBsFAsko5 ...

Japan’s economy eked out growth in the fourth quarter of 2025, reversing from a deep contraction in the previous period https://t.co/41E5ylWOrh ...

Whether Brazil can meet its potential for growth depends on whether lawmakers elected this October find the courage to stand up to entrenched interests https://t.co/e6uGmvPnYf ...

BOE rate-setter Catherine Mann said the UK economy is “sluggish” and “tepid,” with consumers “scarred” by high inflation and spending less as a result. “Key elements" for growth are missing, she told the Telegraph in an interview. https://t.co/ym1q2w4UCw ...