Trump's potential return to power is marked by proposed tariff increases and a push for decoupling the US economy from China, impacting trade relations and potentially sparking economic concerns.

• Trump tracker: the latest data on US tariffs, trade and economy — Financial Times - 15:09
• Trump says he will double steel and aluminium tariffs to 50% — Financial Times - 12:11
• Do Republicans still care about debt? — Financial Times - 04:00

• Trump Says Steel and Aluminum Tariffs Will Double to 50% — Wall Street Journal - 03:14
• Trump Makes a New Push to ‘Decouple’ U.S. From China — The New York Times Business - 01:11
• PCE Inflation Stayed Subdued in April Amid Trump’s Tariff Limbo — The New York Times Business - 01:11
• How Trump Denying Visas to Chinese Students Could Backfire on the US — The New York Times Business - 00:51

Elon Musk is facing scrutiny over his philosophy, personal life, and business dealings, particularly concerning his influence in South Africa and his broader impact on various sectors.

• The Techno-Futuristic Philosophy Behind Elon Musk’s Mania — The New York Times Business - 22:34
• Elon Musk Juggled Drugs and Family Drama on Trump’s Campaign Trail — The New York Times Business - 20:42
• South Africa faces backlash over plan to change law for Musk’s Starlink — Financial Times - 12:00

The global landscape is tense with escalating conflict risks, including potential Chinese military action against Taiwan, stalled ceasefire proposals in Gaza, and increasing Iranian uranium enrichment.

• US rejects Hamas response to new Gaza ceasefire proposal — Financial Times - 20:00
• Iran has increased enriched uranium by 50%, says UN watchdog — Financial Times - 19:54
• Hegseth warns Chinese military action against Taiwan ‘could be imminent’ — Financial Times - 16:19

Diverse business and economic topics are covered, ranging from oil output changes to insurance profits, real estate trends, changing consumer habits of Gen Z, and the impact of Trump's policies on various industries.

• OPEC Plus Members Say They Will Fast-Track Oil Output — The New York Times Business - 13:29
• US insurers’ profits double as price rises exceed extreme weather claims — Financial Times - 12:00
• Why Gen Z Doesn’t Like Opening Bar Tabs — The New York Times Business - 09:01

• Japan faces big decisions on tackling bond market volatility — Financial Times - 03:00
• Investors must not let the tariff drama cloud their judgment — Financial Times - 04:00
• Return of 100% mortgage gathers pace as lenders target first-time buyers — Financial Times - 04:00
• For Pop Mart, tiny blind boxes are big business — Financial Times - 04:00
• Can you still make money from UK property? — Financial Times - 04:00

These headlines showcase a variety of social and cultural issues, including politics in Turkey, changing work habits, media streaming events, new fashion and marketing trends, and broader considerations of European identity.

• Friedrich Merz’s big Oval Office test — Financial Times - 10:00
• Should I Feel Bad About Running Errands During Work Hours? — The New York Times Business - 09:01
• With ‘Tudum,’ Netflix Turns a Fan Event Into a Livestreaming Spectacle — The New York Times Business - 09:01

• Turkey detains five mayors in latest crackdown on opposition — Financial Times - 10:40
• Sydney Sweeney and Dr. Squatch Launch Soap Infused With Actress’s Bathwater — The New York Times Business - 11:29
• For Europe, America was the future. Now what? — Financial Times - 04:00

A salmonella outbreak linked to cucumbers has sickened 45 people, highlighting potential food safety concerns.

• Salmonella Outbreak Linked to Cucumbers Sickens 45 People — The New York Times Business - 17:31

Headlines cover cases involving attacks on journalists and data privacy concerns in antitrust lawsuits, spotlighting ongoing challenges in protecting freedom of the press and consumer data.

• Businessman Accused of Orchestrating Attacks on Journalists — The New York Times Business - 18:12
• The Judge’s Data Dilemma in the Google Search Case — The New York Times Business - 00:22