U.S. consumer prices rose 2.4% year over year in February, unchanged from January and in line with forecasts. The report now serves mainly as a pre-war baseline, since the late-February Iran conflict pushed oil materially higher after the survey window. March and April inflation readings are likely to run hotter as energy and delayed housing data flow through.
China’s exports rose sharply to start 2026, lifting the trade surplus to nearly $214 billion despite weaker shipments to the U.S. The data indicates external demand remains strong while domestic rebalancing remains limited ahead of President Trump’s March 31–April 2 Beijing visit.
U.S. importers are using a decades-old customs valuation method that lets them declare tariffs based on the manufacturer’s price, reducing duty payments significantly for many goods.
An associate of Banco Master owner Daniel Vorcaro died after being declared brain dead following a suicide attempt while in custody during an investigation into the bank’s collapse. Authorities say the case involves allegations of bribery and intimidation tied to the lender’s failure.
“Absolute alignment with our shareholders, our partners, our owners, is critical.” Berkshire Hathaway CEO Greg Abel says he will use his entire after-tax salary each year to personally buy Berkshire shares.
U.S. strikes on Iran are quickly spilling into the domestic economy. Fuel prices, bond yields, and freight costs are rising while markets face renewed volatility just months before the 2026 midterm elections.
