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US-Canada trade war raises prices and harms business ties in northwest
Edmund O. Schweitzer III of Schweitzer Engineering Laboratories criticizes US-canada tariffs for raising prices and damaging longstanding business relationships.
Ag Briefs: Trump cuts tariffs on ag equipment to 15%
Trump administration cuts tariffs on agricultural equipment to 15%, reducing costs for manufacturers and benefiting U.S. farmers amid rising input expenses.
US customs to launch tariff refund system April 20 after Supreme Court ruling
U.S. Customs and Border Protection will launch the CAPE system on April 20 to issue refunds for $166 billion in tariffs struck down by the Supreme Court.
Forging Ahead: Small businesses in Idaho uncertain on path forward after financial burden of tariffs
Small businesses in Idaho struggle with financial losses from tariffs and face challenges seeking refunds after recent Supreme Court rulings.
What do execs really think of the economy? Earnings calls reveal the truth
Corporate earnings calls grew more optimistic in 2025, with executives emphasizing growth, strength and AI even as consumer sentiment toward the economy declined.
What does 2026 hold for construction, workforce and more? Annual IBR talk digs in
Idaho business leaders discuss workforce development, global trade, tariffs and AI during the Forum on the Future, offering insights on growth and uncertainty.
Experts share thoughts on impact of tariffs on business operations, economy
Tariffs drive record U.S. revenue, yet Idaho small businesses face supply chain strains, financing hurdles, and rising costs amid economic shifts.
Wall Street is on hold as the countdown ticks toward Friday’s jobs report
The expectation on Wall Street is for a slowdown in hiring from April.
US stocks drift as S&P 500 flirts with its first drop in 7 days
Stocks of companies in the travel industry fell to some of the market’s worst losses, as doubts continue about how much U.S. households will be able to spend on vacations.
Retail sales slow in April after tariffs-related spending splurge
Meanwhile, Americans are increasingly gloomy about the economy’s prospects, according to sentiment surveys, but it’s not yet evident whether that will translate into reduced spending and slower economic growth.
Inflation cooled again last month as grocery and gas prices fell, few signs of tariff impact yet
The report suggests the tariffs haven't yet impacted the prices of many items.
Fed faces challenge of fighting inflation and spurring economic growth
The central bank's caution could lead to more conflict between the Fed and the Trump administration.
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