US markets brush off Government Shutdown Capital Markets US Us economy

US markets brush off Government Shutdown

U.S. financial markets showed resilience on Friday as major indexes posted modest gains despite mounting concerns over the ongoing government shutdown. Investors appeared to downplay the immediate risks of Washington’s budget impasse, instead focusing on corporate earnings and broader economic fundamentals. The Dow Jones Industrial Average closed up 0.4%, the S&P 500 advanced 0.5%, and […]

tocks Grind Higher as Markets Mull US Shutdown Impact Us economy

Stocks Grind Higher as Markets Mull US Shutdown Impact

U.S. stocks inched higher on Thursday as investors cautiously assessed the potential economic consequences of the ongoing federal government shutdown, now entering its third day. Despite political gridlock in Washington, major indexes managed modest gains, suggesting markets are still betting on a resolution. The Dow Jones Industrial Average rose 0.3%, the S&P 500 added 0.4%, […]

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Trump Is Using the Same Theory with Federal Workers That He Used to ‘Stiff’ Real Estate Contractors

Elie Honig, a former federal prosecutor and legal analyst, has drawn attention to a striking similarity between Donald Trump’s approach to federal workers and his notorious tactics in the real estate business. According to Honig, Trump’s strategy follows a familiar pattern—making big promises, avoiding accountability, and leveraging power dynamics to his advantage, often at the […]