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More thrifting and fewer returns, the early trends that defined shopping this holiday

More thrifting and fewer returns, the early trends that defined shopping this holiday

NEW YORK (AP) — The shopping rush leading up to Christmas is over and in its place, like every year, another has begun as millions of people hunt for post-holiday deals and get in line to return g...

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Trump launched global tariff wars in 2025. Here’s a recap of his trade actions this year

Trump launched global tariff wars in 2025. Here’s a recap of his trade actions this year

It’s been a rollercoaster of a year for U.S. trade policy. President Donald Trump launched a barrage of new tariffs in 2025, plunging the U.S. into trade wars with nearly every country in the worl...

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How Trump’s import taxes are impacting global commerce

How Trump’s import taxes are impacting global commerce

Since returning to the White House in January, President Donald Trump has overturned decades of U.S. trade policy — building a wall of tariffs around what used to be a wide open economy. His doubl...

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Edmunds: The best used luxury vehicles to be had for under $40,000

Edmunds: The best used luxury vehicles to be had for under $40,000

When you’re shopping for a high-quality vehicle, the idea of acquiring one with a luxury badge that’s packed with features can be appealing. But it can also be an expensive proposition in today’s ...

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US unemployment claims fall again last week, remain at historically healthy level

US unemployment claims fall again last week, remain at historically healthy level

WASHINGTON (AP) — The number of Americans applying for unemployment benefits fell last week and remain at historically healthy levels despite some signs that the labor market is weakening. U.S. ap...

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Asian shares trade mixed with most markets closed for holidays

Asian shares trade mixed with most markets closed for holidays

BANGKOK (AP) — Asian shares were mixed Thursday in thin holiday trading, with most markets in the region and elsewhere closed for Christmas. In Tokyo, the Nikkei 225 lost less than 0.1% to 50,317....

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