US
Can Donald Trump still run for president? The hush-money verdict explained
First conviction of a former US president raises a series of novel issues
Why a stronger dollar could mean tougher times for the global economy
The Federal Reserve is set to hike interest rates, a path of action likely to boost the dollar even more
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High inflation and slowing growth raise the risk of a global downturn
Yellen cites ‘stagflationary effects’ in a warning ahead of a meeting of leaders of seven wealthy nations
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Kenneth Rogoff: The odds of a global recession are rising by the day
An economic collapse in one region looks increasingly probable, raising the risk of a synchronised global downturn
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New Lord Mayor backs ‘world leading regulation’ to keep City competitive
Vincent Keaveny, the 693rd Lord Mayor of the City of London, is bullish on the Square Mile’s prospects after Brexit
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Why the Reddit army’s battle against Wall Street may just be getting started
Retail investors own a much larger percentage of the US stock market than hedge funds do
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Trump pardons 73 including former aide Steve Bannon and rapper Lil Wayne
Trump issues a flurry of pardons as time in office draws to a close
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Biden slams door shut again after Trump lifts UK Covid-19 travel ban
The Biden administration signalled it would keep travel restrictions in place
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US President Donald Trump – now impeached for the second time – calls for calm
The House of Representatives voted 232 to 197
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FBI warns of armed protests across US ahead of Biden inauguration
Internal memo at the intelligence and security service says demonstrations may start later this week
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Could Trump be removed before inauguration? Here’s what’s next for the US presidency handover to Biden
Trump issued a statement following the ratification of Biden's victory saying he would relinquish power peacefully but still claiming the election was rigged
US Congress ratifies Biden victory after pro-Trump rioters storm Capitol
Trump said in a statement via aide over Twitter that he disagrees with the election, 'nevertheless there will be an orderly transition on January 20th'
Twitter, Facebook, block Donald Trump’s accounts
'This is an emergency situation and we are taking appropriate emergency measures, including removing President Trump’s video'
Here’s a quick guide to help investors navigate the US elections
FN highlights the reports readers will find most useful on the eve of elections, and after the results are out
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Meet the Wall Street titans donating millions to swing the US election
Michael Bloomberg is backing Biden, Blackstone's Stephen Schwarzman is backing Trump
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Trump moves to stop stimulus talks until after election
'I have instructed my representatives to stop negotiating until after the election'
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Carbon tax could push emissions down by 25%, according to Goldman Sachs
Analysts forecast a moderate tax could significantly reduce emissions, without disproportionately affecting less wealthy households
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