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The value of the U.S. dollar has weakened since Trump took office. Experts say that can be a 'hidden tax'

By Matt Sedensky, Associated Press

President Donald Trump has openly supported a weaker dollar, arguing it helps American industry, and some executives agree, saying it's boosted overseas business.

WATCH: Trump participates in small business summit at White House

By Associated Press

The gathering is meant to mark this year’s National Small Business Week and the owners represent manufacturing, food production, defense, energy and retail businesses, among other areas, according to the White House.

After Spirit Airlines shutdown, how passengers can get home and get refunds

By Sally Ho, Associated Press

If you’ve been snagged in Spirit Airlines' now-defunct flight schedule, here are some things to know on how to get home, and get whole.

Expensive tickets for early World Cup games still on general sale

By James Robson, Associated Press

Tickets for most of the World Cup group games remain on general sale with just over a month to go until the tournament kicks off on June 11. But prices are exorbitantly high.

Spirit Airlines goes out of business after 34 years, ceases operations immediately

By Aamer Madhani, Rio Yamat, Jeff Amy, Mike Catalini, Associated Press

Spirit Airlines, an impish upstart that shook the industry with its irreverent ads and deep discount fares, announced Saturday that it has gone out of business after 34 years.

News Wrap: Trump announces 25% tariffs on cars and trucks from the EU

In our news wrap Friday, Trump says he’s raising tariffs next week on cars and trucks from the EU, the Pentagon says it has made deals with seven major tech companies to use their AI tools, a former Miami congressman…

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Trump says a 'final proposal' to rescue Spirit Airlines is under consideration

By Michelle L. Price, Rio Yamat, Associated Press

Speaking to reporters before departing the White House for Florida, Trump emphasized that a deal to rescue the financially strapped airline remained under review. The president did not provide details but said an announcement could come as soon as later…

WATCH: Trump says he raised tariffs on autos from EU to 25%

By Josh Boak, Associated Press

Trump said in a social media post that the EU “is not complying with our fully agreed to Trade Deal,” though he did not flesh out his objections in the post.

What to know about May Day as workers face rising costs due to Iran war

By Sylvie Corbet, Associated Press

Activists worldwide gathered for May Day rallies and street protests Friday, calling for peace, higher wages and better working conditions as many workers grapple with rising energy costs and shrinking purchasing power tied to the Iran war.

Profit for the biggest U.S. oil companies declined in 1st quarter – but only on paper

By Michelle Chapman, Associated Press

With energy prices depressed at the start of the year, Exxon Mobil and Chevron had arranged hedges to offset volatility, a standard practice in the industry.