Economy

Economic news and global market trends

Distilled Spirits Taxes by State, 2026

Distilled Spirits Taxes by State, 2026

The significant disparity in tax rates across states underscores the complex tax and regulatory environment governing distilled spirits.

May 22, 2026 5 min
Is AI Impacting Economic Stability?

Is AI Impacting Economic Stability?

Major investments in artificial intelligence have surged on Wall Street, with the top five companies committing $800 billion in capital spending this year, raising concerns about potential economic distortions.

May 14, 2026 5 min
U.S. Trade Court Rules Against Trump's 10% Tariffs

U.S. Trade Court Rules Against Trump's 10% Tariffs

A split decision from a three-judge panel at the U.S. Court of International Trade has invalidated the 10% tariffs following a request from small businesses and predominantly Democrat-led states.

May 08, 2026 5 min