EconomyJoel Naroff: The negative effects of the trade war, inflation and stagflation are taking hold in U.S.President Donald Trump's tariff strategy threatens to lead the country into a period of stagflation, where inflation rises while growth falters.
EconomyJoel Naroff: The negative effects of the trade war, inflation and stagflation are taking hold in U.S.President Donald Trump's tariff strategy threatens to lead the country into a period of stagflation, where inflation rises while growth falters.
EconomyJoel Naroff: The negative effects of the trade war, inflation and stagflation are taking hold in U.S.President Donald Trump's tariff strategy threatens to lead the country into a period of stagflation, where inflation rises while growth falters.
EconomyJoel Naroff: The negative effects of the trade war, inflation and stagflation are taking hold in U.S.President Donald Trump's tariff strategy threatens to lead the country into a period of stagflation, where inflation rises while growth falters.
EconomyJoel Naroff: The negative effects of the trade war, inflation and stagflation are taking hold in U.S.President Donald Trump's tariff strategy threatens to lead the country into a period of stagflation, where inflation rises while growth falters.
EconomyJoel Naroff: The negative effects of the trade war, inflation and stagflation are taking hold in U.S.President Donald Trump's tariff strategy threatens to lead the country into a period of stagflation, where inflation rises while growth falters.
National PoliticsTrump halts doubling of tariffs on Canadian metals after Ontario suspends electricity price hikes
National PoliticsTrump halts doubling of tariffs on Canadian metals after Ontario suspends electricity price hikes
EconomyStocks’ sell-off worsens as Wall Street wonders how much pain Trump will accept for the economy
EconomyStocks’ sell-off worsens as Wall Street wonders how much pain Trump will accept for the economy
Nation & WorldApplications and loan forgiveness halted for income-driven repayment plans. Here’s how this will affect borrowers.
Nation & WorldApplications and loan forgiveness halted for income-driven repayment plans. Here’s how this will affect borrowers.
BusinessFinal PSERS report suggests how the Pa. school pension should prevent errors, defuse conflicts of interestInvestigators say staff members feared warning managers of poor data and bad math at the $77 billion state-funded plan. A report details how PSERS could fix these issues.
BusinessFinal PSERS report suggests how the Pa. school pension should prevent errors, defuse conflicts of interestInvestigators say staff members feared warning managers of poor data and bad math at the $77 billion state-funded plan. A report details how PSERS could fix these issues.
HealthCrozer Health’s Delaware County hospitals got a reprieve, but officials are mum on detailsAt a bankruptcy hearing Tuesday morning, Prospect Medical Holdings is expected to provide an update on the status of Crozer-Chester Medical Center and Taylor Hospital.
HealthCrozer Health’s Delaware County hospitals got a reprieve, but officials are mum on detailsAt a bankruptcy hearing Tuesday morning, Prospect Medical Holdings is expected to provide an update on the status of Crozer-Chester Medical Center and Taylor Hospital.
New JerseyNJ Transit and engineers’ union tentatively agree to a new contract and avoid a possible strikeUnion members are expected to vote next month on whether to ratify it. Details about the agreement are murky.
New JerseyNJ Transit and engineers’ union tentatively agree to a new contract and avoid a possible strikeUnion members are expected to vote next month on whether to ratify it. Details about the agreement are murky.
TechnologyElon Musk claims X being targeted in ‘massive cyberattack’ as service goes downHours after a series of outages that left X unavailable to thousands of users, Elon Musk is claiming that the social media platform is being targeted in a “massive cyberattack."
TechnologyElon Musk claims X being targeted in ‘massive cyberattack’ as service goes downHours after a series of outages that left X unavailable to thousands of users, Elon Musk is claiming that the social media platform is being targeted in a “massive cyberattack."
BusinessThese Joann fabrics stores in the Philly area are closingIt was unclear when stores would close for good. Joann executives said in an FAQ that sales would run through the end of May, while supplies last.
BusinessThese Joann fabrics stores in the Philly area are closingIt was unclear when stores would close for good. Joann executives said in an FAQ that sales would run through the end of May, while supplies last.
Nation & WorldCanada’s next prime minister has managed the financial crisis, then Brexit, and now Trump’s trade warFormer central banker Mark Carney will become prime minister after the governing Liberal Party elected him its leader Sunday in a landside vote with 85.9% support.
Nation & WorldCanada’s next prime minister has managed the financial crisis, then Brexit, and now Trump’s trade warFormer central banker Mark Carney will become prime minister after the governing Liberal Party elected him its leader Sunday in a landside vote with 85.9% support.
BusinessAutomakers’ short reprieve from tariffs isn’t enough to weather Trump’s escalating trade warThe one-month exemption to 25% tariffs on vehicles and auto parts will be a big challenge for car companies to reset supply chains, say experts.
BusinessAutomakers’ short reprieve from tariffs isn’t enough to weather Trump’s escalating trade warThe one-month exemption to 25% tariffs on vehicles and auto parts will be a big challenge for car companies to reset supply chains, say experts.
New JerseyCanadians usually flock to the Jersey Shore. Will Trump keep them from coming back? “The Canadian business right now is in a little bit of peril,” said John Donio, motel owner and president of Wildwood's Business district. The Wildwoods has been welcoming Canadians since the 1960s.
New JerseyCanadians usually flock to the Jersey Shore. Will Trump keep them from coming back? “The Canadian business right now is in a little bit of peril,” said John Donio, motel owner and president of Wildwood's Business district. The Wildwoods has been welcoming Canadians since the 1960s.
HealthCrozer Health’s Delaware County hospitals get a short-term reprieve after six-hour meeting SundayThe owner of Crozer-Chester Medical Center and Taylor Hospital, Prospect Medical Holdings, filed a bankruptcy motion last week seeking a judge's permission to close the facilities.
HealthCrozer Health’s Delaware County hospitals get a short-term reprieve after six-hour meeting SundayThe owner of Crozer-Chester Medical Center and Taylor Hospital, Prospect Medical Holdings, filed a bankruptcy motion last week seeking a judge's permission to close the facilities.
BusinessHe bet his life savings on paper straws. Trump may destroy his business.The president says paper straws “don’t work.” Economists say it is an example of how quickly the administration’s actions can upend conditions for businesses and consumers.
BusinessHe bet his life savings on paper straws. Trump may destroy his business.The president says paper straws “don’t work.” Economists say it is an example of how quickly the administration’s actions can upend conditions for businesses and consumers.
ConsumerTooth-fairy inflation: Local parents are giving anything ‘from $5 to $20 to a $50 Sephora gift card’The payout can vary based on family tradition, location, and what a child's friends receive from their tooth fairies. "There is also a lot of keeping up with Joneses," said one local dentist.
ConsumerTooth-fairy inflation: Local parents are giving anything ‘from $5 to $20 to a $50 Sephora gift card’The payout can vary based on family tradition, location, and what a child's friends receive from their tooth fairies. "There is also a lot of keeping up with Joneses," said one local dentist.
BusinessFreddy Hill Farms and Freddy’s Family Fun Center, a Montgomery County institution, will close at end of 2025 season, family says"We are looking forward to retirement after decades of running rewarding and challenging businesses,” the family owners said in a statement.
BusinessFreddy Hill Farms and Freddy’s Family Fun Center, a Montgomery County institution, will close at end of 2025 season, family says"We are looking forward to retirement after decades of running rewarding and challenging businesses,” the family owners said in a statement.
ObituariesHarvey Rovinsky, former owner and president of Bernie Robbins Jewelers, has died at 77He hosted many special events at his stores and offered free jelly beans, cappuccino, Champagne, and flowers to customers. “Our clients are our friends,” he told the Jewish Exponent.
ObituariesHarvey Rovinsky, former owner and president of Bernie Robbins Jewelers, has died at 77He hosted many special events at his stores and offered free jelly beans, cappuccino, Champagne, and flowers to customers. “Our clients are our friends,” he told the Jewish Exponent.
BusinessHomeland Security ends collective bargaining agreement with TSA staffers, including hundreds at PHLThe union that represents TSA workers vowed to fight the decision.
BusinessHomeland Security ends collective bargaining agreement with TSA staffers, including hundreds at PHLThe union that represents TSA workers vowed to fight the decision.
Pennsylvania PoliticsDOGE slashed dozens of federal contracts in Pennsylvania — and businesses are feeling the painAn Inquirer review of DOGE's Pa. contracts shows terminated work for recruiting people to work in the dairy industry at UDSA, for mental health support at USAID, and public housing programs.
Pennsylvania PoliticsDOGE slashed dozens of federal contracts in Pennsylvania — and businesses are feeling the painAn Inquirer review of DOGE's Pa. contracts shows terminated work for recruiting people to work in the dairy industry at UDSA, for mental health support at USAID, and public housing programs.
