In Milwaukee, former President Donald Trump accepted the Republican presidential nomination after a high-energy four-day event.
Trump’s acceptance speech, spanning 92 minutes, was a blend of unifying rhetoric and pointed criticisms of his adversaries, portraying a nation in decline under current leadership.
Trump’s vision for a second term promises even more dramatic shifts than his first. He highlighted his capability to resolve global issues swiftly and outlined an aggressive economic agenda. His new approach could mark a stark departure from his previous policies, aiming to overhaul U.S. economic strategies.
If victorious in November, Trump could lead with a Republican Congress and a strengthened Supreme Court. His vice-presidential pick, Senator JD Vance, reflects his influence over the GOP, despite Vance’s previous criticisms of Trump.
Current economic conditions might play in Trump’s favor, with potential Federal Reserve rate cuts boosting economic activity and stock markets. However, the increase in government debt from new tax cuts could strain the bond market, pushing up long-term interest rates.
Trump’s consolidation of Republican support and the shifting economic landscape contribute to growing forecasts of a GOP sweep in the upcoming election, with analysts predicting a likely unified Republican government.
Caught off guard by unexpectedly steep U.S. tariffs, Switzerland now finds itself leaning more heavily toward Europe as global alliances grow less predictable.
U.S. officials are reportedly gearing up to target Chinese companies listed on American stock exchanges, with delisting becoming a real possibility, according to Fox News journalist Charles Gasparino.
Amid growing turbulence in global markets triggered by a wave of U.S. tariffs, Canada is actively engaging with key international partners to contain the fallout.
Inflation appeared to cool in March, offering investors a brief sense of relief—though that calm may not last.