US GDP grows 4.3% while consumer sentiment falls
The US economy posted strong 4.3% annualised growth in Q3, far exceeding forecasts. However, consumer confidence fell for a fifth consecutive month, creating a complex picture for the Federal Reserve.
The US economy posted strong 4.3% annualised growth in Q3, far exceeding forecasts. However, consumer confidence fell for a fifth consecutive month, creating a complex picture for the Federal Reserve.
Global Scotch sales fall for a third year, with US tariffs costing £4m a week. Diageo scales back distillery operations as industry adapts to a supply glut. Read the full analysis.
The US economy expanded at a robust 4.3% annualised rate in Q3 2025, far exceeding expectations. The strong data complicates the Federal Reserve's interest rate decisions amid mixed inflation and jobs signals. Read the full analysis.
A major new batch of Jeffrey Epstein files has been released by the US Justice Department, containing new references to Donald Trump. Read the latest details and analysis here.
Donald Trump reveals plans for a new 'Trump-class' of US Navy warships, promising vessels bigger and more powerful than any before. Explore the details and controversy.
Donald Trump announces a new 'Trump-class' of US Navy battleships, breaking from tradition by naming them after himself. Plus, key US political stories from 22 December 2025.
China imposes provisional tariffs of up to 42.7% on EU dairy products, a move seen as retaliation for EU electric vehicle duties. The decision impacts major brands and trade relations.
A look at the initial personnel decisions and policy directions from the opening days of Donald Trump's second term as US President. Discover the key figures and their potential impact.
Donald Trump Jr's secretive meeting in Gibraltar fuels concerns over the Trump family's global business dealings while in power. Explore the conflicts and the cash.
As the full Epstein files near release, a frustrated Donald Trump campaigns amid low polls. The UK appoints a new ambassador to the US. Full details and analysis here.
The Trump administration has detailed a series of new executive actions on immigration and trade, sparking immediate debate. Explore the key policy changes and their potential impact.
President Trump announces a symbolic $1,776 payment for 1.45 million military personnel, funded by tariffs. The 'Warrior Dividend' faces questions over a Supreme Court ruling and eligibility. Read the full analysis.
Learning Resources, a family-owned US toy firm, is challenging Trump's tariffs at the Supreme Court, arguing they are illegal. With £14m in duties projected this year, the case could reshape trade policy.
Speculation grows over Donald Trump's health and fitness for office as his public appearances dwindle and political influence declines. Analysis of his second term and third-term ambitions.
President Trump pledges $1,776 to 1.45 million US troops in a pre-Christmas 'warrior dividend', funded by tariffs and tax bills, amid legal scrutiny. Read the full analysis.
MPs warn UK's 'milestone' zero-tariff drug deal with the US is 'built on sand' with no legal text. Concerns grow as a separate £31bn tech deal is paused. Could the NHS pay more for nothing?
Trump's tariffs are crippling small US manufacturers like EarthQuaker Devices, adding up to 30% in costs and stalling job growth in Ohio's industrial heartland. Explore the impact.
Susie Wiles gives a remarkably frank interview about Trump's second term, from 'odd' Musk to 'painful' tariffs. Read the key revelations that have rocked Washington.
In a rare interview, Trump's chief of staff Susie Wiles reveals the president's belief in limitless power, plans for retribution, and internal clashes over key figures like Elon Musk. Read the full exposé.
A $500m Trump Tower project in Belgrade has been abandoned after a Serbian minister was indicted, marking a rare setback for the Trump family's global business empire. Read the full story.
Donald Trump faces fierce criticism for comments about murdered director Rob Reiner. The Hollywood legend and his wife were found stabbed, with their son arrested. Read the full story.
US President Donald Trump faces bipartisan condemnation for comments on Rob Reiner's death and launches a $5bn lawsuit against the BBC. Get the latest key US political stories.
US politicians and celebrities condemn Donald Trump's 'vile' social media post blaming director Rob Reiner's murder on his criticism. Read the full story.
Michael Dell's record $6.25bn gift to Trump's child fund ignites debate on billionaire philanthropy as a tool for political access and influence. Analysis inside.
President Donald Trump signs a sweeping executive order to ban immigration from seven Muslim-majority countries. Read the full details and potential consequences.
US President Donald Trump has granted a full pardon to Democratic Representative Henry Cuellar and his wife, Imelda, following bribery charges. Read the full story and political fallout.
US wholesale giant Costco launches a lawsuit against the Trump White House, alleging misuse of emergency powers to impose tariffs. The firm warns importers may never recover funds even if duties are ruled unlawful.
The EU's 2035 ban on new petrol and diesel cars creates a significant challenge for Chinese-owned Volvo and Polestar. Discover the strategic shifts and potential tariffs impacting these Swedish brands.
Donald Trump reportedly demanded Nicolás Maduro relinquish power and leave Venezuela immediately in a tense phone call. Explore the escalating US pressure campaign and Maduro's defiant response.
The White House has released details of Donald Trump's recent medical evaluation. An MRI scan of his cardiovascular system and abdomen showed no major issues, with his doctor stating all organs appear 'very healthy'.