GDP grew at a 2.3% pace in the fourth quarter, less than expected
GDP was expected to grow at a seasonally adjusted 2.5% annualized pace in the fourth quarter of 2025.
U.S. Attorney General Pam Bondi says the Department of Justice is suing New York over the state’s Green Light Law.
Infosys terminated around 400 trainees at its Mysore campus after they failed to clear mandatory internal assessments. The company stated that the process, mentioned in contracts, allows three attempts to pass. Critics argue that recent changes in evaluation criteria have drastically impacted trainees.
The White House National Economic Council advises the president on U.S. and global economic policy.
Former President Trump proposed tariffs on imports from China, Mexico, and Canada to combat drug trafficking, particularly fentanyl. Tesla CEO Elon Musk, now part of the Trump administration, commented that fentanyl prices would rise. Trump cited unsuccessful talks with China regarding fentanyl flowing into the US, primarily through Mexico.
A coalition of 131 CEOs from different countries, including India, managed to cut their companies’ emissions by 10% while increasing revenues by 18% from 2019 to 2022. This was reported by the World Economic Forum during the UN General Assembly in New York, showcasing that economic growth and climate action can be compatible.
Apple CEO Tim Cook expressed optimism about future iPhone innovations during a recent earnings call. Reports suggest that Apple is working on an ultra-thin iPhone 17 ‘Air’ model, which could feature a 6.6-inch display, a lower-powered chip, and a single-lens camera, aiming for a more affordable yet sleek design.