Scott Bessent is putting a clear marker down in the economic debate over tariffs, arguing that Donald Trump's aggressive use ...

Americans have grown used to prices grinding higher, but Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent is signaling something different ...

The Treasury chief says the administration has a backup plan to preserve its tariff strategy should the Court strike it down.

The Treasury secretary said the Financial Stability Oversight Council would shift focus from “prophylactic” policies to a ...

Treasury Secretary Bessent warns the administration can re‑impose tariffs through trade statutes even if justices reject ...

US Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent is advocating for looser financial regulations by overhauling the Financial Stability ...

Scott Bessent, U.S. Treasury Secretary, divested his soybean farm to comply with an ethics agreement. The action addresses ...

Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent, who has been leading the interview process for the next Federal Reserve chair, stopped short on Wednesday of confirming that the job will go to National Economic ...

The MarketWatch News Department was not involved in the creation of this content. LEXINGTON, Ky., Nov. 18, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- As the United States re-implements a more aggressive tariff posture ...

Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent said Tuesday the U.S. signed its $20 billion “economic stabilization” agreement with Argentina to prop up the South American nation’s crumbling economy. “As we work to ...

Trump aides consider Scott Bessent for top economic adviser, in addition to his role as Treasury secretary. Read more.

Two key documents laying out the administration's strategic national security priorities are now expected to be released this ...