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Trump ratchets up steel tariffs to 50%
One of America’s most storied industries is getting a massive boost from President Donald Trump’s latest tariffs push — at the potential cost of a broader slowdown elsewhere in the U.S. economy.
Job openings showed surprising increase to 7.4 million in April
Employers increased job openings more than expected in April while hiring and layoffs also both rose, according to a report Tuesday that showed a relatively steady labor market.
Peloton launching resale market for used bikes, treadmills
Peloton on Tuesday launched its own marketplace for reselling used equipment and gear as the company looks to capitalize on the many bikes and treadmills collecting dust in people’s homes.
Dollar General is shaking off tariff fears and winning over higher-income consumers
Shares of Dollar General jumped nearly 16% on Tuesday after the discounter raised its outlook, saying it drew more middle- and higher-income shoppers amid fears that higher tariffs would hurt consumer spending.
Citigroup lifts banking curbs on gun makers and sellers
Citigroup on Tuesday ended a seven-year-old policy restricting how it provides banking services to firearm manufacturers, sellers and resellers.
Musk slams Trump agenda bill as a ‘disgusting abomination’ days after W.H. send-off
Elon Musk issued a blistering criticism of the massive Republican bill for President Donald Trump’s agenda Tuesday, posting on X that it is a “disgusting abomination.”
Trump’s ambitious push for trade deals is hitting some snags
President Donald Trump’s ambitious plan to broker dozens of trade deals with some of the United States’ closest trading partners has begun to show cracks as the clock on his 90-day pause for most country-specific tariffs winds down to just over one month.
Get Free Summer Treats and Activities With These June Deals
NBC’s Vicky Nguyen joins TODAY to shares how to get free bowling, fishing, doughnuts, smoothies and more in to kick off the summer in June.
White House Says Tariffs Are Here to Stay Amid Legal Battles
With the future of President Donald Trump’s major tariffs in question after back and forth legal battles in the courts, the White House says tariffs will continue no matter what. Meanwhile, Trump announces new plans to double tariffs on steel and aluminum imports. NBC’s Christine Romans reports for TODAY.