Climate change is threatening the fishing industry. Here's how
As climate change warms rivers, the fishing industry is increasingly threatened. One nonprofit shows how it's helping to save the fishing-tourism economy.
Economy
Mar 17: CBS News 24/7, 4pm ET
Major retailers warn Americans are pulling back on spending; Severe weather hits the South
Facebook Marketplace drives e-commerce shift
While Facebook was designed as a way to socialize and connect with friends, many users are increasingly using the platform to buy, sell and give away products. The Atlantic senior editor Evan McMurry reports on its popularity.
How could Trump's trade war with China end?
President Trump hinted this week that the tariff spat with China might end soon, but with the Chinese showing few signs of backing down, will the U.S. be forced to blink first? Scott Kennedy, senior adviser and trustee chair in Chinese business and economics at the Center for Strategic and International Studies, joins "America Decides" with analysis.
Average mortgage rates increasing
The average rate for a standard 30-year fixed mortgage climbed to 6.83% this week. That's up a quarter of a percentage point from the week before and the highest rate in two months. CBS News MoneyWatch correspondent Kelly O'Grady breaks it down.
Entrepreneurs worried about surviving tariffs
Some small business owners are concerned that the high cost of President Trump's tariffs on imports could shutter their companies. CBS MoneyWatch reporter Megan Cerullo has more.
Dollar's decline raises worries investors are losing trust in the U.S.
Since mid-January, the dollar has fallen 9% against a basket of currencies, a rare and steep decline.
Mar 14: CBS News 24/7, 10am ET
Hamas says it will free U.S.-Israeli hostage Edan Alexander; Rescheduled SpaceX launch is tonight.
Mar 14: CBS News 24/7, 1pm ET
Senate set to vote on GOP stopgap funding bill to avert government shutdown; American who snatched a baby wombat from its mother leaves Australia after triggering outrage.
Trump administration cutting nearly 90% of Consumer Financial Protection Bureau
President Trump is downsizing the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau.
Small businesses say uncertainty is worse than tariffs. Here's why.
Triple-digit U.S tariffs on China will "wipe out our business completely," one small business owner says.
Retirement fears grow as confidence slips
CBS News business analyst Jill Schlesinger breaks down new survey findings showing a drop in retirement confidence and shares strategies for better planning.
Fed chair warns tariffs could drive up prices
Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell warned President Trump's trade war could drive up inflation while at the same time causing growth to slow and unemployment to rise. CBS News' Nancy Cordes has more.
Mar 13: CBS News 24/7, 1pm ET
Trump threatens 200% tariff on EU alcohol in response to American whiskey tariff; Protesters arrested after storming Trump Tower over arrest of Mahmoud Khalil.
Trump tariffs prompt warning from Fed chair
President Trump lashed out at Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell who warned that the administration's tariff plan could lead to persistent inflation and an economic slowdown. California Gov. Gavin Newsom also announced plans for the state to file a lawsuit challenging the tariffs. CBS News chief White House correspondent Nancy Cordes has the latest updates.
How consumers are responding to tariffs
CBS News business analyst Jill Schlesinger breaks down the Federal Reserve's warning on President Trump's tariffs and how consumers are responding.
Trump slams Fed's Powell after tariff warning
President Trump slammed Jerome Powell on Thursday morning, a day after the Federal Reserve chairman said the Trump administration's tariff policy could lead to higher inflation and slower economic growth. CBS News' Natalie Brand has more on Mr. Trump's response.
Powell's comments spark stock market sell-off
It was another volatile day on Wall Street after comments from Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell, who spoke at the Economic Club of Chicago. Kelly O'Grady explains.
Economists: Consumers trying to beat tariffs
Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell has issued a stark warning on the far-reaching inflation impact of the Trump administration's economic policies. His comments come as new Commerce Department data shows that retail sales rose more than expected last month with some economists attributing that to people trying to get ahead of tariff-driven price increases. CBS News MoneyWatch correspondent Kelly O'Grady breaks it down.
Fed chair warns tariffs could cause inflation
Stocks fell sharply on Wednesday due in part to tariff concerns. CBS News MoneyWatch correspondent Kelly O'Grady breaks down Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell's warning about tariffs.
Trump meets with Japanese officials on tariffs
The markets fell sharply on Wednesday after Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell expressed concerns about the economic impact of tariffs. Meanwhile, President Trump is meeting with Japanese officials about tariffs. CBS News White House reporter Olivia Rinaldi has the latest.
China appoints new trade negotiator
China appointed a new international trade negotiator Wednesday amid an escalating tariff war with the U.S. Beijing also announced its economic growth exceeded expectations, growing 5.4% in the first quarter of 2025 compared to the same period last year. Stephen McDonell, BBC's China correspondent, has more.
China's Xi tours Southeast Asia
Chinese President Xi Jinping is visiting Vietnam, Malaysia and Cambodia this week in hopes of strengthening economic ties amid escalating trade tensions with the U.S. CBS News foreign correspondent Anna Coren has the latest from Hong Kong.
Lodge Cast Iron CEO on tariff business impact
Many U.S. businesses are anticipating production changes ahead of upcoming tariffs from the Trump administration. Mike Otterman, president and CEO of Lodge Cast Iron, joins CBS News to discuss how his company could be affected.
Who benefits from latest tariff exemptions?
The Trump administration is exempting smartphones, computers and other electronics from the full wrath of its trade war with China. CBS News MoneyWatch correspondent Kelly O'Grady has the details.
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