U.S. Political Money Funnels to Indian Bots to Lure Voters

By: Steven Lee Myers

19 October 2026 at 09:02

At least three dozen videos of people on the street expressing support for a Democratic candidate appeared millions of times on social media. It was unclear who paid for them.

3 Charts That Explain the Economy as Voters Head to the Polls

NYT - Business

By: Ben Casselman

18 October 2026 at 09:00

Inflation is high, consumer spending is strong and seemingly everything depends on what happens with artificial intelligence.

Trump Offers Putin Economic Relief in Hopes That Russia Will Return the Favor

NYT - Business

By: Alan Rappeport

17 October 2026 at 23:46

The Trump administration is ignoring the will of Congress and waiving new Russia sanctions amid fears that high energy prices will cost Republicans in next month’s elections.

President Trump and President Vladimir Putin of Russia last year in Alaska.

Trump Hasn’t Lowered Drug Prices for These Voters

NYT - Business

By: Rebecca Robbins

16 October 2026 at 09:01

President Trump has been promoting his efforts to reduce drug prices, but many Americans have not seen relief from rising costs for prescriptions and insurance premiums.

James Evans lives in Florida’s Seventh Congressional District, a fast-growing, Republican-leaning region northeast of Orlando, where the pain of rising health care costs is felt by a wide swath of voters.

Data Centers Become Targets in Wars in Ukraine, Russia and the Middle East

NYT - Business

By: Ryan Mac and Ivan Nechepurenko

15 October 2026 at 16:22

Military forces have sought to damage the computing hubs that power online services and artificial intelligence systems.

A fire broke out after a Ukrainian drone hit a Yandex data center in Sasovo, Russia, last week.

California’s Proposition 45 Brings the Sprawl Debate Back

NYT - Business

By: Conor Dougherty

15 October 2026 at 15:14

Among the measures up for a vote in November is one that would amend the state’s landmark environmental law and make it easier to build large housing developments outside cities.

The company that owns Tejon Ranch has spend two decades trying, and failing, to build developments there. Proposition 45 could speed the process up.

Midterms Could Shift Focus of Epstein Abuse to Banks’ Role

NYT - Business

By: Matthew Goldstein

15 October 2026 at 13:39

With an eye on retaking control of Congress, Democrats are introducing a bill that would hold banks accountable for their handling of Jeffrey Epstein’s finances.

The Frankfurt headquarters of Deutsche Bank, the only bank that has faced financial penalties in the United States for providing banking services to Jeffrey Epstein.

Tech Stocks Drop Further Amid Doubts Over AI Spending

NYT - Business

By: Joe Rennison

15 October 2026 at 20:22

Tech stocks plunged before reversing course, as concerns over soaring A.I. spending and stubborn inflation fueled a sell-off.

Gulf Oil Is Still Flowing Despite a Surge in Attacks on Ships

NYT - Business

By: Peter Eavis

15 October 2026 at 20:32

Shipping operators are braving the Strait of Hormuz, but the risks are high and transportation costs have skyrocketed.

Families of Sailors Killed in Iran War Struggle for Compensation and Closure

NYT - Business

By: Jenny Gross

15 October 2026 at 10:54

Attacks near the Strait of Hormuz have claimed the lives of at least 25 seafarers. Their survivors are reeling.

Why Trump’s Russian Diesel Deal Is Unlikely to Lower Fuel Costs

NYT - Business

By: Aruni Soni

14 October 2026 at 21:25

President Trump’s deal with Russia will probably not lower diesel prices that have soared because of his war with Iran and Ukrainian attacks on Russian refineries.

Democrats Blame Trump After CPI Report Shows Energy Prices Drove Up Inflation

NYT - Business

By: Lisa Lerer

14 October 2026 at 15:25

Inflation and economic frustrations have expanded the map of competitive midterm election districts deep into Republican territory.

5 Costs That Jumped for Americans

NYT - Business

By: Aruni Soni

14 October 2026 at 14:52

Consumers are paying more for everyday goods and services, like food, computers and streaming.

Airfares are climbing because of the increasing price of jet fuel, which has risen because of the war with Iran.

Surging Inflation Complicates Trump’s Final Push to Sell Voters on Strong Economy

NYT - Business

By: Tony Romm

14 October 2026 at 18:42

The final inflation report before the 2026 election — showing price increases and stagnant wages — spelled bad political news for the White House.

President Trump visited Wasilla, Alaska, for a campaign rally on Tuesday.

Gas Prices Are Up 34% From a Year Ago, Adding to Inflation Pressures

NYT - Business

By: Sydney Ember

14 October 2026 at 14:18

Energy prices have surged since the start of war with Iran, lifting inflation in the United States.

Energy prices have been rising since the war with Iran began. Gas prices are 34 percent higher than a year ago

Attacks on Ships in Strait of Hormuz Escalate Sharply

NYT - Business

By: Jenny Gross and Lisa Friedman

14 October 2026 at 16:17

In a volatile moment in the region, a significant increase in attacks on vessels passing through the vital waterway is raising alarm.

The New Yorker Cartoonist P.C. Vey Has Died

NYT - Business

By: Michael S. Rosenwald

13 October 2026 at 20:20

His work for The New Yorker savaged the absurdities of everyday life. He has died at 70.

Judy Markey, Frank and Funny Voice on Chicago Radio, Dies at 82

NYT - Business

By: Richard Sandomir

13 October 2026 at 15:02

She and Kathy O’Malley — known as “the Girlfriends” — were the rare female hosts in a major market. Their freewheeling segments included “Sex Thursday.”

Judy Markey in the late 1980s when she was a nationally syndicated columnist for The Chicago Sun-Times. She soon began her radio show with Kathy O’Malley.

War Collides With Saudi Ambition at a Gathering of Oil Powers

NYT - Business

By: Lisa Friedman

13 October 2026 at 13:54

The tone of the WPC Energy Congress in Riyadh this week was defiant even as delegates were forced to redirect travel or address the audience from afar.

A handout image of the WPC Energy Congress, which started on Sunday. Those attending were forced to reroute to other airports and even countries in the region.

Hillary Clinton Steps to the Podcast Mic as Midterms Approach

NYT - Business

By: Benjamin Mullin

13 October 2026 at 09:03

With “High Stakes,” Mrs. Clinton is teaming up with “Pivot” co-host Kara Swisher to break down the consequential battle for the House and the Senate.

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