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French Luxury Giant Kering Taps Auto Executive as Its New Leader

The former chief executive of the carmaker Renault will replace Francois-Henri Pinault as the struggling company seeks a turnaround.

Oil Prices Drop, but Iran-Israel Conflict Raises Many Risks

Industry experts are examining possible scenarios, including one in which the price of oil doubles this year.

Investors Brace for Oil Market Fallout From Israel and Iran’s Fight

Energy prices have jumped since the onset of clashes between Israel and Iran. Investors worry the conflict could have a big economic consequences.

As Trump Returns to G7, Rift With Allies Is Even Deeper

In 2018, the president called for the group to embrace Russia and stormed out of the summit. Now he is seeking to shrink America’s military role abroad and embarking on a more expansive trade war.

‘Golden Share’ in U.S. Steel Gives Trump Extraordinary Control

Administration officials secured a deal that will give the president unusual influence over a private company, and could serve as a model for other deals.

‘Golden Share’ in U.S. Steel Gives Trump Extraordinary Control

Administration officials secured a deal that will give the president unusual influence over a private company, and could serve as a model for other deals.

The Ad Industry’s A.I. Reckoning

A technological takeover of ad creative could bring both opportunity and disruption.

Oil Up, Global Stocks Down After Israel Strikes Iran

Oil prices are up and stocks are down, as investors fear a potential wider regional conflict.

Where’s the Inflation From Tariffs? Just Wait, Economists Say.

Are predictions for a jump in consumer prices too early, or just wrong?

Trump Steel Tariffs Expand to Hit Home Appliances Like Refrigerators and Dishwashers

The move is one of the first times this year that consumer products were specifically targeted with higher import taxes.

David H. Murdock, a Fierce Rags-to-Riches Corporate Raider, Dies at 102

He was a school dropout at 14 and homeless for a spell, but as a driven investor he became a billionaire. Later came another quest: to extend life through better nutrition.

U.N. Watchdog Rules That Iran Is Not Complying With Nuclear Obligations

The decision comes as officials say they believe that Israel is preparing to launch a military attack on Iran. Tehran condemned the vote.

How Companies Are Bracing for Trump’s Immigration Crackdown

Sectors including construction, hospitality, health care and manufacturing are on high alert. Economists are worried about the labor market and growth.

Meter, Networking Start-Up, Raises $170 Million

The company has collected $170 million in new capital as it seeks to help connect data centers and other businesses in the age of artificial intelligence.

New China Trade ‘Deal’ Takes U.S. Back to Where It Started

If a handshake agreement holds, it would merely undo some of the damage from the trade war that President Trump started.

How Immigrants and Labor, Long Joined in L.A., Set the Stage for Protest

Unions have backed immigrant rights in California and have been on the forefront of resisting the Trump administration’s deportations.

What’s Next as the Latest U.S.-China Trade Talks Conclude

U.S. negotiators say the London summit represented progress. But investors and business leaders remain wary.

U.S. Court Agrees to Keep Trump Tariffs Intact as Appeal Gets Underway

The appeals court’s decision delivered an important but interim victory for the Trump administration.

U.S. and China Agree to Stick to Prior Trade Truce After Tensions Escalated

Two days of talks resulted in a “framework” that is intended to solidify terms of a deal the superpowers reached in Geneva last month.

European Union Unveils Fresh Sanctions on Russia, Including a Nord Stream Ban

Ursula von der Leyen, president of the European Commission, announced a proposal meant to ramp up pressure on Moscow.