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Walmart Reports Strong Sales Growth and Boosts Annual Forecast Amid Tariff Challenges

Walmart exceeded expectations with a nearly 5% sales increase in its latest quarter, prompting an upward revision of its full-year sales outlook despite ongoing tariff-related pressures.

By Grace Kim • August 21, 2025 3 MIN READ

Shoppers outside a Walmart Supercenter in Teterboro, New Jersey. As the largest retailer in the U.S., Walmart serves as an indicator of consumer trends.

The Federal Reserve confronts the dual challenges of a sluggish jobs report and accelerating inflation.

Senators Hawley and Tillis Reflect on Their Trump-Era Decisions Amid Growing Regret

Senators Josh Hawley and Thom Tillis are showing signs of reconsideration over their support for key Trump administration policies, revealing a wave of regret among some politicians as the consequences of their actions become clearer.

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For decades, Japan has relied on debt-fueled spending to confront the country’s economic challenges.

Japan Faces Spending Constraints Amidst Soaring Public Debt

Japan's government grapples with pressure to curb public spending as its colossal debt, which has long staved off populist unrest, approaches unsustainable levels.

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Japan has historically relied on debt-financed spending to confront its economic and social challenges.

Japan’s Soaring Debt Forces Tough Economic Decisions Ahead of Key Election

With government debt now exceeding twice the size of its economy, Japan confronts mounting pressure to curb debt-driven spending amid calls for fiscal support ahead of a critical election.

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A Walmart store in Teterboro, N.J. Presidents have historically criticized companies for passing higher costs onto consumers.

Do Companies Have Any Choice But to Raise Prices Amid Tariffs?

While economists largely agree that tariff-driven cost increases force companies to raise prices, some political voices argue that businesses should absorb these expenses instead.

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Economists Debate Federal Reserve’s Next Moves Amid Economic Uncertainty

As the Federal Reserve convenes this week, three leading economists weigh in on how the central bank should navigate conflicting economic signals and political pressures while maintaining its core mandate.

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Walmart Reports Strong Sales Growth and Boosts Annual Forecast Amid Tariff Challenges

Federal Reserve Officials Divided Over Interpreting Economic Data

Federal Reserve's Rate Cuts Unlikely to Fully Meet Trump’s Expectations

Tariffs and Inflation Drive Up Costs of Federal Reserve Headquarters Renovation

Senators Hawley and Tillis Reflect on Their Trump-Era Decisions Amid Growing Regret

Japan Faces Spending Constraints Amidst Soaring Public Debt

Japan’s Soaring Debt Forces Tough Economic Decisions Ahead of Key Election

Do Companies Have Any Choice But to Raise Prices Amid Tariffs?

Economists Debate Federal Reserve’s Next Moves Amid Economic Uncertainty

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Walmart Reports Strong Sales Growth and Boosts Annual Forecast Amid Tariff Challenges

Federal Reserve Officials Divided Over Interpreting Economic Data

Federal Reserve's Rate Cuts Unlikely to Fully Meet Trump’s Expectations

Tariffs and Inflation Drive Up Costs of Federal Reserve Headquarters Renovation

Senators Hawley and Tillis Reflect on Their Trump-Era Decisions Amid Growing Regret