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‘Extremely disruptive’: US plan to tax Chinese ships sparks industry backlash - South China Morning Post

Shipping bodies urged US policymakers to scrap a controversial port-fee proposal during hearings in Washington.

Copper to hit $12,000 this year, say major trading groups - Financial Times

Threat of US tariffs and growing global demand seen as likely to support prices

Stocks waver as Wall Street digests Monday's strong rally: Live updates - CNBC

U.S. stocks hovered near the flatline on Tuesday. The previous session saw strong gains fueled by tariff-related hopes.

FBI launches Tesla vandalism task force - The Hill

The FBI confirmed Monday it has established a task force to investigate the wave of vandalism and arson incidents targeting Tesla in recent weeks.  “Director [Kash] Patel has been unequivocally clear: The FBI will be relentless in its mission to protect the A…

Consumer confidence in where the economy is headed hits 12-year low - CNBC

Consumer confidence dimmed further in March as the view of future conditions fell to the lowest level in more than a decade.

Home Prices Likely Kept Climbing in January. Why a Slowdown Is Coming. - Barron's

The media platforms that just won't die - Axios

Napster on Tuesday was acquired in a $207 million deal by Infinite Reality, a VC-backed metaverse unicorn.

Affirm announces JPMorgan Chase merchants can soon offer installment loans at checkout - CNBC

U.S. merchants who use JPMorgan to handle payments can soon add Affirm to their checkout pages, according to a release.

Napster Finds New Owners in $200M Acquisition - Hollywood Reporter

Tech company Infinity Reality said it hopes to turn the streaming service into a "social and interactive music platform."

Amazon Big Spring Sale Deals Under $25: Over 25 Budget Buys Worth Grabbing - CNET

Amazon's Big Spring Sale officially underway now. If you're looking for the best deals to shop for under 25 bucks, we've got you covered.

Tesla EU Sales Tumble Again Even as Overall EV Registrations Rise - Investopedia

Tesla sales in the European Union tumbled for a second consecutive month in February, even as overall new battery-electric vehicle registrations increased.

How the rich use insurance to invest in private credit without steep tax bills - CNBC

Private credit is a hot asset class but comes with hefty income taxes. Top earners can save on tax with specific insurance policies known as PPVA and PPLI.

Wall Street sees Donald Trump 'doesn't care' about the market, says Morgan Stanley's Mike Wilson - Fortune

Overall Morgan Stanley's Mike Wilson remains bullish on U.S. stocks despite headwinds caused by White House policies.

‘Over 1 Million’ People Wanted a Cybertruck. Where Are They? - WIRED

“Demand is off the charts!” Elon Musk crowed at the end of 2023, citing more than a million reservations for Tesla's polarizing polygonic pickup—so why has it still sold less than 50,000?

BlackRock Unveils Bitcoin ETP in Europe: What This Means for Investors - Watcher Guru

Learn about BlackRock’s Bitcoin ETP in Europe and its impact on Bitcoin investment, market volatility, and security risks.

Job applications surge from workers at DOGE-targeted agencies - Axios

Highly educated federal workers are entering the job market at a time when hiring for those with advanced degrees has stalled out.

Tesla Stock Rises as European Sales Plunge. 2 Key Levels to Watch. - Barron's

Tesla has flirted with disaster before. This time feels different. - Business Insider

Many assumed Elon Musk's proximity to Donald Trump would be a net positive. Insiders said Musk's political entanglements represent an identity crisis.

Tech Leaders Are Turning on Trump and Musk: 'Everyone Is Annoyed' - Business Insider

Even conservative executives are fed up with tariffs, DOGE, and "crypto bro schemes"

The tech industry is souring on Trump - Business Insider

Even conservative executives are fed up with tariffs, DOGE, and "crypto bro schemes"