US labor market showing cracks; corporate profits post largest ... Washington, DC – In a shocking release at 8:30 AM EST today, weekly jobless claims for the December 7 week exploded to 245,000—blowing past the 220K consensus amid shutdown distortions and rising layoffs. Continuing claims held at 1.85M, but the real jolts? Leaked previews of unreleased labor models not out until 2027, forecasting a "forever layoffs" vortex. This isn't a dip—it's a labor market alarm bell. Sho

Trump announces $12 billion bailout for American farmers Washington, DC – In a stunning defense of his aggressive tariff strategy, President Trump today unveiled a $12 billion bailout package for U.S. farmers reeling from trade war fallout, directly addressing mounting affordability concerns for consumers and producers alike. Funded by a "small portion" of tariff revenues, this aid targets soybean, pork, and dairy sectors hit hard by retaliatory tariffs from China and others.

50 Latest Layoff Statistics 2025 [Global Data] New York, NY – Brace yourselves: The latest Challenger, Gray & Christmas report just dropped a bombshell, revealing U.S. employers announced a staggering 1.17 million job cuts through November 2025—the highest year-to-date total since the 2020 pandemic chaos. November alone saw 71,321 layoffs, up 24% from October, fueled by restructurings, closures, and economic jitters. But the real shocks? Insider previews of unreleased tech th

As the 2025 holiday season approaches, consumers are bracing for significant price increases driven by President Donald #Trump's escalated tariffs on imports, particularly from China. These tariffs, ranging from 10% to 20% on various goods, are expected to add billions to holiday shopping costs, affecting everything from festive decorations to essential medical technologies. Items like artificial #Christmas trees, imported mainly from China, could see hikes of up to 20%, whil

The one-year suspension of the Affiliates Rule represents a notable adjustment in U.S. export controls, facilitating smoother transactions in the tech and AI sectors. Effective from November 10, 2025, this decision stems from negotiations with China, including the Kuala Lumpur Joint Arrangement, where mutual concessions were made to de-escalate trade tensions. Potential Benefits By pausing the rule, U.S. companies may experience reduced regulatory hurdles, allowing for expand

Commitment Details : China to buy 12 MMT of U.S. soybeans in November-December 2025, increasing to 25 MMT per year from 2026-2028; resumption of sorghum, hardwood, and softwood log imports. Broader Trade Context : Part of concessions following #Trump - #Xi meeting, including tariff pauses and barrier removals for U.S. firms. Market Implications : Could rally agricultural stocks like ADM and boost rural economies, countering prior trade war impacts amid "America First" policie

X Historic U.S.-Japan Summit Signals Economic Boom: President Trump's meeting with Emperor Naruhito on October 27, 2025, underscores a renewed U.S.-Japan alliance, potentially unlocking $550 billion in Japanese investment that could boost U.S. GDP by 1-2% through tech and manufacturing trade deals. #APEC2025 as a Catalyst for Innovation: Hosted in South Korea from October 31 to November 1, the summit prioritizes AI governance, clean energy transitions, and biomedical advancem

Gemini AI Generate Image of #Trump and #BillGates both by Charles Parkson Snyder What does this mean for the future? With LKS BROTHERS...