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Yahoo Finance Trumponomics Report Card
Overall gradeLast updated: 13 Dec 2017About this report card
Yahoo Finance is tracking the performance of the economy under President Donald Trump, compared with six prior presidents going back to Jimmy Carter. We’ve chosen six key economic indicators that directly affect the well-being of ordinary Americans, with data provided by Moody's Analytics. Know more about our methodology, and click on the article below to read the latest update.
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Reuters•4 hours agoTrump rails against high oil prices, OPEC pushes back
WASHINGTON/JEDDAH, Saudi Arabia (Reuters) - U.S. President Donald Trump accused OPEC on Friday of "artificially" boosting oil prices, drawing rebukes from some of the world's top energy exporters. "Looks like OPEC is at it again. Oil prices are artificially Very High! No good and
Reuters•4 hours agoJapan concedes gap with Trump remains on trade framework
Japan conceded it was at logger-heads with Washington on whether the United States should rejoin the multilateral trans-pacific trade pact, as President Donald Trump's preference for a bilateral deal has created a 'gap' in view points. In a meeting with his U.S. counterpart Steve Mnuchin
Reuters•4 hours agoJapan concedes gap with Trump remains on trade framework
Japan conceded it was at logger-heads with Washington on whether the United States should rejoin the multilateral trans-pacific trade pact, as President Donald Trump's preference for a bilateral deal has created a 'gap' in view points. In a meeting with his U.S. counterpart Steve Mnuchin
Reuters•5 hours agoTrump's next $100 billion tariff dilemma: hit Wal-Mart or Apple Store?
By David Lawder and Howard Schneider WASHINGTON (Reuters) - U.S. consumers may be about to directly feel the effects of the trade fight started by U.S. President Trump with China and other countries this year when a new list of Chinese imports to be taxed is announced in coming days. After imposing
- Reuters•6 hours ago
Judge sees 'gaping holes' in Trump lawyer bid to delay Stormy Daniels lawsuit
By Dana Feldman LOS ANGELES (Reuters) - A federal judge on Friday signaled possible shortcomings in a request by Donald Trump's personal lawyer to delay adult-film actress Stormy Daniels' lawsuit over her alleged affair with the U.S. president, but stopped short of putting it on hold. Daniels
Associated Press•6 hours agoTrump lawyer must say why he wants porn star's case delayed
President Donald Trump's personal lawyer must declare in writing that his Fifth Amendment right against self-incrimination may be jeopardized if legal proceedings aren't delayed in a lawsuit filed by porn ...
Reuters•7 hours agoTrump, France's Macron to discuss Iran nuclear deal next week
U.S. President Donald Trump and French President Emmanuel Macron will discuss the Iran nuclear agreement at the White House on Tuesday, although discussions with European countries on addressing U.S. concerns about the 2015 deal were "not quite done yet," a senior administration official said
Reuters•7 hours agoTrump, France's Macron to discuss Iran nuclear deal next week
U.S. President Donald Trump and French President Emmanuel Macron will discuss the Iran nuclear agreement at the White House on Tuesday, although discussions with European countries on addressing U.S. concerns about the 2015 deal were "not quite done yet," a senior administration official said
Reuters•7 hours agoAnalysis: Trump's next $100 billion tariff dilemma - hit Wal-Mart or Apple Store?
U.S. consumers may be about to directly feel the effects of the trade fight started by U.S. President Trump with China and other countries this year when a new list of Chinese imports to be taxed is announced in coming days. After imposing import tariffs on solar panels and washing machines in January
Reuters•7 hours agoTrump's next $100 billion tariff dilemma - hit Wal-Mart or Apple Store?
U.S. consumers may be about to directly feel the effects of the trade fight started by U.S. President Trump with China and other countries this year when a new list of Chinese imports to be taxed is announced in coming days. After imposing import tariffs on solar panels and washing machines in January
Associated Press•8 hours agoIn court, Dems allege conspiracy between Trump camp, Russia
NEW YORK (AP) — The Democratic Party sued Donald Trump's presidential campaign, Russia, WikiLeaks and Trump's son and son-in-law Friday, accusing them of an intricate conspiracy to undercut Democrats in the 2016 election by stealing tens of thousands of emails and documents.
Reuters•9 hours agoDemocrats sue Russia, Trump campaign for alleged 2016 election conspiracy
By Mark Hosenball and David Alexander WASHINGTON (Reuters) - The Democratic Party sued the Russian government, U.S. President Donald Trump's campaign and WikiLeaks on Friday, charging that they carried out a wide-ranging conspiracy to influence the 2016 U.S. presidential election. In its federal
Reuters•9 hours agoDemocrats sue Russia, Trump campaign for alleged 2016 election conspiracy
The Democratic Party sued the Russian government, U.S. President Donald Trump's campaign and WikiLeaks on Friday, charging that they carried out a wide-ranging conspiracy to influence the 2016 U.S. presidential election. In its federal lawsuit in Manhattan, the Democratic National Committee said
- CNBC•10 hours ago
Cramer: Trump shouldn't be calling on OPEC for lower oil prices
Jim Cramer argues that OPEC is a "shadow of its former self" and no longer wields control over the price of oil.
CNBC•10 hours agoFormer Gov. of Massachusetts: De-scheduling marijuana is 'excellent politics for President Trump'
Former Governor of Massachusetts Bill Weld says it makes a lot of sense for Republicans, like President Donald Trump to support marijuana descheduling.
- Investing.com•10 hours ago
Crude Oil Prices Shrug Off Trump's OPEC Blast to Settle Higher
Investing.com - Crude oil prices settled at nearly three-and-a-half year highs as the Joint Ministerial Monitoring Committee confirmed OPEC and its allies compliance with the deal to curb production rose to its highest ever, further stoking expectations for market rebalancing later this year.
- Associated Press•11 hours ago
Trump administration pushes back against trade criticism
WASHINGTON (AP) — The Trump administration pushed back Friday against widespread complaints against its aggressive America First trade policies and urged the International Monetary Fund to do more to combat unfair trade practices.
CNBC•12 hours agoTrump campaign rips Democrats' Russian collusion claim: 'This is a sham lawsuit'
The Manhattan federal court lawsuit claims Trump campaign officials conspired with Russian officials and spies to help Trump win the election.
- Business Insider•12 hours ago
Melania Trump is brilliantly copying Michelle Obama and becoming the most popular person in the White House
Melania Trump was spotted wearing Converse sneakers that retail for less than $50. Michelle Obama was also a fan of wearing Converse — and Trump is no stranger to replicating her look. Creating a more accessible style like Obama's has proved a brilliant political move for Trump.
- Reuters•12 hours ago
Trump, France's Macron to discuss Iran nuclear deal next week
WASHINGTON (Reuters) - U.S. President Donald Trump and French President Emmanuel Macron will discuss the Iran nuclear agreement at the White House on Tuesday, although discussions with European countries on addressing U.S. concerns about the 2015 deal were "not quite done yet," a senior administration
- Reuters•12 hours ago
Trump, France's Macron to discuss Iran nuclear deal next week
WASHINGTON (Reuters) - U.S. President Donald Trump and French President Emmanuel Macron will discuss the Iran nuclear agreement at the White House on Tuesday, although discussions with European countries on addressing U.S. concerns about the 2015 deal were "not quite done yet," a senior administration
- TheStreet.com•12 hours ago
Trump May Be More to Blame For Higher Oil Prices Than OPEC
The oil cartel has done well to stabilize oil prices over the past 15 months, but the latest commodity surge could have more to do with geopolitical concerns brought about by the president himself.
Reuters•12 hours agoTrump rails against high oil prices, OPEC pushes back
WASHINGTON/JEDDAH, Saudi Arabia (Reuters) - U.S. President Donald Trump accused OPEC on Friday of "artificially" boosting oil prices, drawing rebukes from some of the world's top energy exporters. "Looks like OPEC is at it again. Oil prices are artificially Very High! No good and
Reuters•12 hours agoOil recovers after sliding on Trump tweet criticising OPEC
Oil prices edged up on Friday, stabilizing after an earlier slide driven by U.S. President Donald Trump's criticism of OPEC's role in pushing up global oil prices. Brent crude oil futures gained 28 cents, or 0.4 percent, to settle at $74.06 per barrel. "Looks like OPEC is at it again,
- Reuters•12 hours ago
Trump's next $100 billion tariff dilemma - hit Wal-Mart or Apple Store?
U.S. consumers may be about to directly feel the effects of the trade fight started by U.S. President Trump with China and other countries this year when a new list of Chinese imports to be taxed is announced in coming days. After imposing import tariffs on solar panels and washing machines in January
