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Trump administration slams New York Fed study that says US consumers bear the cost of tariffs
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Trump administration slams New York Fed study that says US consumers bear the cost of tariffs

February 19, 2026 News Team

The Trump administration is disputing a new paper from the New York Federal Reserve asserting that US consumers and businesses are bearing the bulk of the higher costs from tariffs imposed last year. “The paper is an embarrassment,” National Economic Council Director Kevin Hassett told CNBC on Wednesday. “I think it’s the worst paper I’ve […]

Oil Holds Biggest Jump Since October on Iran Conflict Concerns

February 19, 2026 News Team

Oil steadied after its biggest daily gain since October, following a report that American military intervention in Iran could come sooner than expected. Brent held above $70 a barrel after adding 4.3% on Wednesday, while West Texas Intermediate traded above $65. Axios reported that any US military operation would likely be a weeks-long campaign and […]

OpenAI Funding on Track to Top $100 Billion in Latest Round

February 19, 2026 News Team

OpenAI is close to finalizing the first phase of a new funding round that is likely to bring in more than $100 billion, according to people familiar with the matter, a record-breaking financing deal that would give the startup additional capital to build out its artificial intelligence tools. As the ChatGPT maker prepares to spend […]

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