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Opinion

Sharp arguments, informed counterpoints, and thoughtful debate from across the policy landscape.

Lead Story

Are Tariffs Backfiring on the U.S. Economy?

A debate on the unintended consequences of protectionist policy.

By Marcus Hale / May 15, 2026 / 12 min read

Markets

The old assumption that capital can move around the world with minimal political friction is giving way to a more selective, strategic era.

By Alexandra Bennett / May 15, 2026 / 8 min read

Economy

The central bank is trying to preserve optionality as households and markets read every data point for a policy pivot.

By Claire Whitman / May 15, 2026 / 6 min read

Geopolitics

Trade policy is becoming an industrial strategy instrument, and companies are absorbing the cost of that shift.

By Nathan Corbin / May 15, 2026 / 7 min read

Energy

The oil market remains caught between macro caution and the possibility of abrupt geopolitical shocks.

By Maya Rios / May 15, 2026 / 5 min read