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Germany unveils rescue plan for struggling chemical sector

Germany unveils rescue plan for struggling chemical sector

The German government and the country's chemical industry on Thursday presented a sweeping plan to help the ailing sector as it faces new headwinds from the Middle East war energy shock. Chemicals is one of the most important sectors in Europe's biggest economy but key industry

Supreme Court’s tariff decision still leaves a ‘mess’ for companies trying to grab refunds

Supreme Court’s tariff decision still leaves a ‘mess’ for companies trying to grab refunds

U.S. companies stung by President Donald Trump’s emergency tariffs had hoped for relief when the U.S. Supreme Court ruled in February 2026 in their favor. But settling on a remedy – namely, rebate checks from the government – may be an even bigger headache. Fresh wrinkles are prompting businesses

Global trading system hit by 'worst disruptions in the past 80 years': WTO chief

Global trading system hit by 'worst disruptions in the past 80 years': WTO chief

The global trading system is experiencing the "worst disruptions in the past 80 years", World Trade Organization chief Ngozi Okonjo-Iweala warned as the WTO ministerial conference opened Thursday. "The world order and the multilateral system we use to know has irrevocably changed," she said, adding:

Zimbabwe lithium export ban triggers crackdown, concerns

Zimbabwe lithium export ban triggers crackdown, concerns

A month after banning raw lithium exports, Zimbabwe is tightening its regulations and ramping up its crackdown on mineral smuggling in a major shake-up that is winning local praise even as it stirs concerns. The February 26 ban covered exports of all raw minerals but focused on raw lithium,

WTO mulls future of global trade under cloud of Mideast war

WTO mulls future of global trade under cloud of Mideast war

The World Trade Organization's 166 members appeared deeply divided as ministers gathered in the Cameroonian capital for a key conference starting Thursday, amid global economic turmoil linked to the Middle East war. Over four days, WTO members will try to revitalise an institution weakened by geopolitical tensions, stalled

Gas prices approach $4 a gallon in U.S., $6 in California

(The Center Square) - The average U.S. gallon of gas neared $4 on Wednesday as California closed in on $6, with prices fueled by the uncertainty around the U.S.-Israel conflict with Iran. With no clear end in sight for the Iran conflict that has killed nearly 3,000

Tribal communities deserve a seat at the table in federal housing talks | Rep. Troy Downing

Americans across the country are feeling the squeeze of a very real housing crisis. The National Association of Realtors estimates that the average age of the first-time homebuyer was 40 years old in 2025. In Montana, some estimates show the median sale price of a home exceeding $500,000.