The U.S. economy exhibited robust growth in 2024, with a 2.3% increase in Q4 and steady consumer spending leading the way, though inflationary pressures continue.
Trump's administration offers buyouts to federal workers, promising severance pay to incentivize departures as part of an effort to reshape government operations.
Trump's Commerce nominee Howard Lutnick vows to divest business interests and tackle trade imbalances through new tariffs aimed at China and North America.
Starbucks reports better-than-expected revenue and sales as CEO Brian Niccol's turnaround strategies take effect, signaling potential recovery for the coffee chain.