Trade War 2.0, Tariffs and Inflation

Iowa corn and soybean farmer April Hemmes said her fertilizer costs are up about 30% and are predicted to rise again next year.

The talks were scheduled for six weeks ago but were stalled due to conflict in the Middle East.

Importers passed the cost of tariffs to wholesalers, manufacturers and other businesses. Now, they’re deciding whether they’ll share their tariff refunds too.

As companies apply for refunds, new and existing tariffs, as well as rising shipping costs, continue to cloud the outlook.

The ongoing trade war sets a challenging backdrop when trying to convince foreign companies to set up shop in the U.S.

Consumers might end up getting refunds, but it’s complicated — it will be up to business owners to decide what to do with refunds, if they do end up coming through.

It may be that businesses feel a little less uncertain than they did last year.

As Beijing considers limiting key equipment, experts say it could slow — but not stop — America’s solar ambitions.

A sweeping law that governs crop insurance, conservation programs, and nutrition assistance is up at one of the toughest moments for farmers in recent memory.

Joann Cartiglia, CEO and president of a small doll and toy shop in upstate New York, explains how tariffs have reshaped her business.