US Edition
Wall Street JournalThursday, 28 May 2026
Click image to view full size
New-Car Sales Slump Deepens
Vehicles sold this year expected to be a million fewer than before the pandemic
The report focuses on a persistent downturn in the automotive sector, citing rising prices and high interest rates as key deterrents for prospective buyers.
The automotive industry is facing a longer-than-anticipated recovery from pandemic-era disruptions, now exacerbated by high financing costs and vehicle prices exceeding $50,000 on average.
“a million fewer than before the pandemic”
“Market-focused and analytical”
Trump, Democrats See Edge In Paxton Candidacy
Left finds hope in Senate race in Texas after MAGA loyalist wins primary runoff
Analysis of the political implications of Ken Paxton's primary runoff victory in Texas for both parties.
America’s Back Office Is Disappearing
Phoenix built an empire of cubicle jobs. AI is coming to tear it down.
Long-form examination of how artificial intelligence is displacing white-collar service jobs in regional hubs like Phoenix.
China Tells Bosses Not to Cut Jobs Due to AI
Coverage of the Chinese government's directive to tech companies to maintain employment levels despite AI integration.
More from Wall Street Journal
Front page image reproduced for the purpose of critical review and commentary — about our editorial use.