California Wildfires’ Economic Toll, USDA Loan Rate Changes, and UK’s GDP Forecast Downgrade

In today's episode, we delve into the devastating economic impact of the January 2025 wildfires in Southern California, with losses reaching up to $275 billion. We also explore the USDA's new loan interest rates for agricultural producers and their significance for the farming sector. Additionally, we discuss the IMF's decision to cut the UK's 2025 GDP growth forecast due to trade tariffs, highlighting the broader economic challenges facing the country. Join us for these stories and more on Simply News Radio.

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