Trump’s proposed credit card cap spotlights Americans’ debt. Would it help?
President Trump’s proposal to cap credit card interest rates at 10% – an idea with bipartisan support – received swift backlash from bank executives. Read More
Government to give cash payouts to people in financial crisis
The replacement for the Household Support Fund aims to help people facing sudden difficulties. Read More
Trump to unveil home buying plan involving retirement funds
The housing proposal will let Americans use their 401(k)s for down payments, a Trump economic adviser said. Read More
Weight loss jabs are ‘opportunity’ for Leon, boss says
John Vincent says the chain could benefit from the weight loss trend, and sets out his plans to revive the business. Read More
The threat to the US economy from Trump’s fight with the Fed
Donald Trump’s stand-off with the US central bank has recalled episodes in other countries – which ended badly for the economy. Read More
‘We’re in survival mode’: The milk price crisis draining dairy farms
Adam and Lucy Johnstone have seen the money they receive for their milk tumble over the last three months. Read More
Star Wars boss departs after leading franchise reboot
She oversaw the expansion of the franchise, including five feature films and new TV shows. Read More
US to cut tariffs on Taiwanese goods after investment pledge
Commerce Secretary Howard Lutnick said the deal would help boost semiconductor production in the US. Read More
Serial rail fare evader faces jail over 112 unpaid tickets
Charles Brohiri pleaded guilty to travelling without buying a ticket a total of 112 times. Read More
How realistic is India’s quest for magnets made of rare earths
India has a $800m plan to make rare earth magnets, aiming to reduce dependence on Chinese imports – but can it work? Read More