Day Headlines in Economy News: 2025-05-13
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Is the US finally on track to build a high-speed rail network? (BBC Economy 2025-05-13 23:03:29)
The US currently has no high-speed rail services, but two are under construction, and more planned. -
'I can get my Christmas tree order' - firms give sigh of relief at tariff truce (BBC Economy 2025-05-13 16:24:26)
Businesses are moving ahead with shipments, as the deal to reduce tariffs raises hopes over the economic outlook. -
UK jobs market continues to weaken (BBC Economy 2025-05-13 08:34:47)
The number of workers on payrolls fell in the first three months of the year, official figures show. -
Faisal Islam: US and China deal is significant, but not an end to the trade war (BBC Economy 2025-05-13 06:15:18)
It is not an end to the trade war, but it is a significant truce, writes the BBC's economics editor.