An oil refiner says Minnesotans, and other Midwesterners, could pay more at the pump for the change after a patchwork approach approved by the Trump administration’s EPA.
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Tariffs have contributed to economic uncertainty, and unemployment picked up in March.
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As profits rise, U.S. Bancorp remains vigilant for looming economic uncertainty
Bank executives said Wednesday consumer spending trends are stable in the first quarter, though they are watching out for effects from tariffs.
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Trump’s trade war threatens the U.S. economy. Minneapolis Fed president sees ‘no easy choices.’
Minneapolis Federal Reserve President Neel Kashkari said Monday that Donald Trump’s trade war really puts the central bank “in a difficult position.”
April 14, 2025
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Rochester’s ready to grow. But will it have enough child care?
A population boom is expected for Minnesota’s third-largest city, but providers say there’s too little money to keep expanding the local day care industry.
April 12, 2025
At Twin Cities Auto Show, shoppers eye car purchases ahead of looming tariffs
Minnesota car dealers witnessed a March surge in showroom traffic right after the White House announced the hefty import taxes.
April 11, 2025
Eden Prairie firm was set to pay $18K in tariffs on its shipment from China. Now it’s $170K.
My Cable Mart and other companies across the country are scrambling to figure out strategies for both now and the rest of the year.
April 11, 2025
In Minnesota’s soybean country, trade war with China hits hard
Soybeans are the state’s largest export to China, and southern Minnesota farmers are worried about the effect of skyrocketing tariffs.
April 11, 2025
Arts and culture organizations add billions to Minnesota’s economy. Federal funding they rely on is at risk.
The National Endowment for the Humanities and Institute of Museum and Library Services provide millions of dollars to local organizations.
April 10, 2025
Despite dour outlook on consumer travel, Delta stock soars on tariff pause
Delta’s stock price climbed 23% Wednesday after company leaders pointed to softer domestic demand among consumers.
April 9, 2025
The latest on the effects of Trump’s tariffs on Minnesota
The U.S. paused new import taxes on many foreign goods Wednesday but increased tariffs to 125% on China.
April 9, 2025
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Expect price increases even if the tariff plan changes
Apparel prices would be hit hard if President Donald Trump’s tariff plan goes into effect in 90 days.
April 9, 2025
Minneapolis Fed’s Kashkari says focus should be on keeping inflation down as tariffs unfold
The Minneapolis Federal Reserve president said the trade war has raised the bar for rate cuts.
April 9, 2025