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17th of October 2018
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ABC News: Money
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Asian shares mixed on doubt of resolving US-China trade spat2018-08-21 02:36:11
Asian shares are mixed amid doubts on the prospects for resolving the trade dispute between the US and China -
Asian shares gain despite doubts over US-China trade talks2018-08-21 00:29:44
Asian shares gain despite doubts over prospects for US-China trade talks -
Experts say Tesla board may have too many ties to CEO Musk2018-08-21 00:07:42
Tesla's board of directors may require shake up, corporate governance experts say, noting the lack of authority over the company's recent turmoil -
Animal crackers break out of their cages2018-08-21 00:06:55
Nabisco's animal crackers to break out of their cages in new box design -
Business Highlights2018-08-20 17:24:19
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How major US stock indexes fared Monday2018-08-20 16:55:32
U.S. stocks closed broadly higher Monday as retailers and other consumer-focused companies posted solid gains -
Markets Right Now: Retailers lead gains for US stock indexes2018-08-20 16:10:47
Stocks are closing broadly higher on Wall Street as retailers and other consumer-focused companies post solid gains. -
Silicon Valley vet to head women's advocacy group Catalyst2018-08-20 13:50:46
Catalyst taps Silicon Valley veteran as new CEO in the #MeToo era -
How to reset retirement plans to weather a downturn2018-08-20 13:31:47
Consider diversifying your investment portfolio and delaying Social Security benefits to deal with a market downturn -
Fourth quarter looking good for small, independent retailers2018-08-20 11:38:32
The latest retail sales report from the government augurs well for small and independent retailers for the fourth quarter with one possible snag: the -
Born out of the financial crisis, bull market nears record2018-08-20 11:10:14
The U.S. stock market is poised this week to pass a surprising milestone, rising for the longest, unbroken stretch of time in the history of U.S. stoc -
Stocks mostly rise on hope for progress on China trade talks2018-08-20 08:42:04
Global stocks gain on hopes for progress on China-US trade issues
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Around 100,000 Opel vehicles to be recalled in diesel probe - ministry2018-10-15 09:45:55
Germany's Transport Ministry said on Monday that roughly 100,000 Opel vehicles were to be recalled shortly after a further manipulation of diesel emi -
Credit Suisse downgrades U.S. steel sector citing oversupply2018-10-15 09:38:00
Credit Suisse on Monday downgraded the U.S. steel sector as it expects prices to fall due to oversupply, stemming from the Trump administration's mov -
Wall Street opens lower as Saudi tensions add to concerns2018-10-15 09:34:24
U.S. stocks dropped at open on Monday as rising tensions between Western powers and Saudi Arabia added to worries over rising borrowing costs and the -
European stocks brush 22-month low as Saudi tensions swirl2018-10-15 09:33:22
World markets turned tail again on Monday, as a bounceback in oil prices and rising tensions between Western powers and Saudi Arabia added to a cockta -
Novo Nordisk hires AstraZeneca executive to revive struggling biopharma unit2018-10-15 09:32:28
Novo Nordisk is in advanced talks to acquire assets to bolster its struggling biopharma business, its chief executive said on Monday after the drugma -
U.S. retail sales rise slightly; consumer spending strong2018-10-15 09:18:37
U.S. retail sales barely rose in September as a rebound in motor vehicle purchases was offset by the biggest drop in spending at restaurants and bars -
Sears, once a retail titan, files for Chapter 11 bankruptcy2018-10-15 09:16:55
Sears Holdings Corp filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy on Monday with a plan to close 142 more stores, throwing into doubt the future of the century-old -
SoftBank's Saudi ties unnerve investors as shares drop 8 percent2018-10-15 08:46:13
SoftBank Group Corp saw its shares drop on Monday as fallout from the disappearance of a Saudi journalist spread to the Japanese conglomerate, whose -
Prosecutors search Opel offices in Germany in diesel probe2018-10-15 08:00:36
German prosecutors searched German sites of carmaker Opel, a division of PSA Group , in Ruesselsheim and Kaiserslautern on Monday as part of a probe i -
Bank of America profit beats on lower costs, loan growth2018-10-15 07:59:07
Bank of America Corp reported a better-than-expected rise in quarterly profit on Monday as the second-largest U.S. lender benefited from cost cuts, w -
Carl Icahn boosts stake in Dell IPO standoff2018-10-15 07:58:32
Activist investor Carl Icahn reported an increased 8.3 percent stake in Dell tracking stock on Monday, as he looks to block a proposed plan by the com -
Kuwait Airways signs agreement to buy eight Airbus A330-800neo planes2018-10-15 07:55:45
Kuwait Airways said on Monday it has signed an agreement with European planemaker Airbus to buy eight A330-800neo airliners following five months of
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California Inc.: American Airlines to detail $1.6 billion upgrade at LAX2018-10-15 08:00:00
Welcome to California Inc., the weekly newsletter of the L.A. Times Business Section. I’m Business columnist David Lazarus, and here’s a r -
Hedge fund whiz Eddie Lampert rode the worst trade of his life with Sears all the way down2018-10-15 01:55:00
Bit by bit, the smart money deserted Edward Lampert. Michael Dell, David Geffen, George Soros, the Ziff brothers — by 2012, all of them, and man -
Sears files for bankruptcy, will further shrink operations2018-10-15 01:25:00
What seemed inevitable is now official: Sears is bankrupt. Once the most dominant retailer in America, Sears Holdings Corp. — which also owns th -
This student activist graduated to fighting healthcare inequities, building a free clinic into AltaMed Health Services Corp.2018-10-14 07:00:00
AltaMed Health Services Corp. Chief Executive Castulo de la Rocha, 69, has dedicated his life to the less fortunate, from his youthful participation i -
When to keep a mortgage into retirement years and reasons you might want to pay it off2018-10-14 06:00:00
Dear Liz: My husband and I have no debt other than the mortgage on our home. My husband will retire in three years while I will continue to work. (I w -
Stocks rebound, ending their worst week in six months2018-10-12 19:50:00
Stocks rebounded Friday, clawing back some of the week's steep losses, but the turbulent trading of the last few days left no doubt that the relative -
How a Trump decision on trade became a setback for democracy in Vietnam2018-10-12 19:15:00
It was one of President Trump's very first acts: to pull out of the Trans-Pacific Partnership, a sweeping 12-nation trade agreement that had been the -
Walmart agrees to pay $65 million to settle lawsuit over seating for California cashiers2018-10-12 18:20:00
About 100,000 current and former Walmart cashiers in California might soon be eligible to receive slices of a $65-million settlement that the retailer -
Throughout Sears' long struggle, some vendors learned early to reduce their exposure2018-10-12 18:15:00
If Sears Holdings Corp. ends up in Bankruptcy Court, there will be plenty of pain to go around between investors losing money and thousands of job cut -
Big banks' profits soar, helping stock market end skid2018-10-12 17:30:00
Three major banks reported solid earnings Friday, helping ease worries on Wall Street and sending stocks upward — if only slightly — after -
Retailers are moving quickly to fill void left by Toys R Us closures2018-10-12 17:20:00
When Toys R Us closed its doors, customers mourned the loss of a beloved brand that conjured memories of their own childhoods. Retailers, on the other -
Saudi 'Davos in the Desert' attendees drop out over Khashoggi disappearance2018-10-12 17:05:00
The mysterious disappearance of a prominent critic of the Saudi Arabian government is prompting some business leaders to back away from the “Dav
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Larry Kudlow suggests some CEOs may be using China tariffs as an excuse for poor performance2018-10-12 13:00:00
Kudlow, who declined to call out any companies by name, says he wanted to express his skepticism because CEOs "love to blame other factors." -
Consumer sentiment falls shy of expectations, but confidence in economic policy is at a 15-year high2018-10-12 10:00:00
Consumer sentiment in October fell just short of expectations on Friday. -
Cramer: The Fed is 'vastly out of touch' — I favor one more hike, then 'Yellen-ize' and hold2018-10-12 09:30:00
During her tenure, Fed Chair Janet Yellen was cautious about raising rates while stressing that any future moves would depend on what the economic dat -
US import prices increase 0.5% on a jump in fuel costs2018-10-12 08:30:00
U.S. import prices jumped faster than expected in September amid resurgent energy prices but prices excluding fuels were unchanged. -
Mnuchin: I won't be 'losing any sleep' if China dumps US bonds in retaliation over trade2018-10-12 07:18:00
Some have speculated that China could hit back at the U.S. by selling a huge chunk of the more than $1 trillion of U.S. treasury bonds it holds. -
In addition to the Fed, Trump can blame his tariffs for the latest market slump2018-10-11 15:11:00
While President Donald Trump has directed his ire at the Federal Reserve for the recent stock market decline, he also has himself to blame. -
Larry Kudlow says the Fed is independent and the president is not dictating policy to central bank2018-10-11 10:06:00
Larry Kudlow, director of the National Economic Council, spoke Thursday to CNBC about the current state of the economy and its impact on markets. -
Investor Barry Sternlicht worries about a recession signal and an economy not as strong as it appears2018-10-11 08:49:00
The Starwood Capital CEO says negative factors are contributing to his unease about the state of U.S. economy. -
Cramer: If Fed chief Powell were to 'walk back' aggressive rate remarks, Wall Street could rally2018-10-10 11:47:00
"All he has to do is say, 'You know what, I think that everything is on the table,'" CNBC's Jim Cramer says. -
US producer prices rebound in September2018-10-10 08:30:00
U.S. producer prices increased 0.2 percent in September, reversing an unexpected decline in August and in line with expectations. -
Trump advisor Hassett: Emerging markets fallout, not US inflation, poses 'biggest risk' to economy2018-10-10 08:21:00
A severe emerging markets fall is the biggest economic risk to the U.S., not inflation, a top economic advisor to President Trump says. -
China is dramatically cutting US oil imports, analyst says, even though it's not on tariff list2018-10-09 13:11:00
U.S. crude oil may not have been on China's tariff list but regardless, it stopped importing in August, according to Bimco, a shipowners association.
NYT > Economy
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When Designer Steel From Lapland Makes Sense, DespiteTariffs2018-10-09 09:44:59
The Finnish steel manufacturer Outokumpu has access to mineral deposits that give it a clear advantage over U.S. makers. But Trump’s tariffs are -
Tech Workers Now Want to Know: What Are We Building This For?2018-10-08 17:42:04
Tech employees concerned their products are being deployed for government surveillance or censorship are increasingly asking their employers how the t -
Sovereign Wealth Funds Embrace Their Growing Ambitions2018-10-08 06:50:52
Once regarded mostly as sources of money for professional money managers, sovereign funds have matured into aggressive investors. -
The Trump Trade Strategy Is Coming Into Focus. That Doesn’t Necessarily Mean It Will Work.2018-10-06 05:00:01
Taking an aggressive stance with traditional allies now seems to be just a warm-up for the main event: isolating China. -
With 8 Years of Job Gains, Unemployment Is Lowest Since 19692018-10-05 18:10:37
The American economy added 134,000 jobs in September, the Labor Department said, and unemployment fell to 3.7 percent. -
Corner Office: Eileen Fisher: ‘When Was Fashion Week?’2018-10-05 05:00:16
The founder of her namesake clothing line drew inspiration from the kimono and never looked back. Today she oversees her company with a light touch an -
The New New World: Private Businesses Built Modern China. Now the Government Is Pushing Back.2018-10-04 07:19:20
Taxes are rising. Regulation is tightening. State-run firms are ascendant. That could spell problems for a country where economic growth is slowing. -
Macron, With Popularity Slumping, Tries Tax Cuts for France’s Working Class2018-10-04 05:00:10
As polls numbers drop, President Emmanuel Macron promises benefits for middle- and low-income earners and tells investors he won’t halt economic -
Do Muoi, Vietnam’s Leader in Economic Transition, Dies at 1012018-10-02 16:25:22
He was called “a prime example of a steadfast communist.” But he also pushed through reforms as Vietnam opened its markets and encouraged -
State of the Art: Silicon Valley’s Keystone Problem: ‘A Monoculture of Thought’2018-10-02 11:12:35
In a satirical new novel, a former Google executive identifies the technology industry’s chief issue: its narrow engineering-focused bubble. -
For Canada, a Sigh of Relief More Than a Celebration in New Nafta Deal2018-10-02 03:06:37
Although Prime Minister Justin Trudeau praised the agreement as a win for Canada, economists painted a more complex picture of some of its potential i -
I.R.S. Tax Fraud Cases Plummet After Budget Cuts2018-10-01 19:45:39
Audits and criminal referrals are down sharply since Congress cut the tax agency’s budget and management changed priorities.
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Sears Files For Chapter 11 Bankruptcy2018-10-15 01:26:48
The century-old retailer once dominated U.S. malls but has withered in the age of internet shopping. -
Jamie Dimon Joins Growing List Of Business Leaders Skipping Saudi Conference2018-10-14 23:48:44
The Future Investment Initiative conference is scheduled to begin Oct. 23 in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia. -
Jamie Dimon, Steve Mnuchin And Wall Street CEOs Set To Attend Saudi Conference Despite Journalist’s Disappearance2018-10-11 19:49:50
The alleged killing of Jamal Khashoggi can't keep business elites away from "Davos in the Desert." -
‘If We Can’t Mine Coal, What Are We Going to Do?’2018-10-10 17:09:14
EDITOR’S NOTE: Among the authors who will make presentations at next week’s Southern Festival of Books in Nashville, Tennessee -
CVS, Aetna Win U.S. Approval For $69 Billion Merger2018-10-10 11:56:21
It is the second large recent healthcare deal to win a thumbs up from the U.S. Justice Department. -
One Of America's Oldest Coal Companies Just Filed For Bankruptcy2018-10-10 06:40:17
Westmoreland Coal Co. is the fourth major U.S. coal company to file for bankruptcy in the past three years. -
UPS Drivers Voted Down Their Union Contract, But The Teamsters Are Ratifying It Anyway2018-10-09 18:13:40
UPS drivers were already divided over a plan to create a two-tier pay system, but the way it was passed has made things even more contentious. -
The Food Industry Has Been Notoriously Hard To Organize. Could These Tactics Bring It New Life?2018-10-09 13:23:18
These organizing tactics aren't traditional, but they are helping unions make some headway in the food and drink industry. -
Google Shutters Google+ After Security Flaw Exposed Data Of At Least 500,000 Users2018-10-09 04:10:28
The company had known about the glitch since March but failed to inform the public. -
Ford Plans Layoffs After $1 Billion Trump Tariff Hit2018-10-08 21:09:34
Some 12 percent of Ford workers worldwide could be out of a job. -
Thousands Of Marriott Workers Strike In 7 Cities2018-10-08 14:38:56
More workers at the nation's largest hotel chain could join the work stoppage soon. -
6.5 Million Pounds Of Beef Have Been Recalled Due To Salmonella Risk2018-10-04 21:23:14
At least 57 people have become ill following a possible outbreak of salmonella stemming from Arizona-based meat producer JBS Tolleson Inc.
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Nalco eyes net profit from aluminium biz by fiscal end, leans on LME prices2018-10-15 08:46:00
Nalco has turned Ebitda positive in aluminium vertical in first two-quarters of this fiscal; last year it had posted Rs two billion loss -
PNB hopes to realise Rs 86 bn by selling non-core assets: MD Sunil Mehta2018-10-15 08:15:00
PNB has already appointed the merchant bankers for sale of its asset in PNB Housing Finance Company -
Adopting automation can save companies up to $165 billion by 2022: Study2018-10-15 07:40:00
According to a study by Capgemini Research Institute, India ranks fifth in the adoption of automation technologies at scale -
J&J implant victims allege lack of transparency in deciding compensation2018-10-15 07:25:00
In a letter to Union Health Minister J P Nadda, over 30 victims also opposed involvement of the company in the process and threatened to boycott the e -
Modi urges global oil majors to review payment terms to give rupee relief2018-10-15 07:06:00
India, which imports more than 80% of its oil has been under pressure as crude oil prices have surged and its rupee currency has lost value -
Visa, Mastercard among cos set to miss RBI's deadline on data localisation2018-10-15 07:00:00
The two credit card giants have requested an extension of the deadline and a relaxation of the rules, citing operational difficulties and security con -
Exports enter negative zone, decline 2.15% in Sept; Imports up 10.45%2018-10-15 06:55:00
The trade deficit, or the gap between imports and exports, was estimated at $13.98 billion during September 2018 -
#MeToo: M J Akbar accuses Ramani of willfully defaming him, files complaint2018-10-15 05:55:00
Section 500 of the IPC provides that an accused may be awarded two years jail term or fine or both in the event of conviction -
Liquidity crisis triggered by IL&FS to have deeper impact on NBFCs: Moody's2018-10-15 04:18:00
The report said liquidity tightness could lead to sharply higher financing costs for NBFIs -
Midcap IT shares surge; LTTS, Aptech, Mphasis, RS Software rally up to 20%2018-10-15 04:08:00
L&T Technology Services soared 11% to Rs 1,635 on Monday, extending its Friday's 7% gain on the BSE. -
Diesel hits new high in Delhi as consecutive hikes wipe out Rs 2.5/ltr cut2018-10-15 04:00:00
Petrol costs Rs 82.72 per litre in Delhi and has witnessed an increase of Rs 1.22 per litre since the October 4 decision -
Google Pixel 3 or Apple iPhone XR - which one will you buy? Click to vote2018-10-15 03:45:00
The iPhone XR and Pixel 3-series will go on sale from October 26 and November 1, respectively
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Cryptomarket Analysis October 152018-10-15 09:00:00
What happened in cryptocurrency market and three main currencies — bitcoin, ethereum and XRP over the past weekend -
Unrest Over Tether Turns Market Bullish2018-10-15 05:44:25
As of morning, October 15, 80 out of the top-100 cryptocurrencies are showing positive dynamics. All top-10 cryptos by market capitalization except Te -
Cryptocurrency Price Analysis - October 8-142018-10-15 04:41:20
In the middle of last week, the cryptocurrency market collapsed once again. -
MasterCard and VISA Tighten Control on Crypto Transactions2018-10-14 10:42:21
New MasterCard restrictions on crypto transactions, ICO, forex trading and binary options, come into force on October 15. VISA will introduce similar -
Best Sports Tech to Treat Your Body With2018-10-14 10:32:48
Smart Sports: Healthy Mind in a Healthy Body 2.0 -
Ethereum Constantinople Hardfork in 2018: Yes? No? Maybe?2018-10-14 09:46:24
Activation of the Ethereum update Constantinople in the Testnet Ropsten took place at block 4,230,000. However, there were some problems with the upgr -
Crypto Adventures in Africa2018-10-14 08:42:42
The central bank of Zambia (BoZ) has recently declared that cryptocurrencies are not actually a valid tender. What do other countries on the continent -
Multifaceted Tim Draper: Venture Capitalist, Author, Singer2018-10-14 04:46:30
What We Know About Tim Draper -
7 Mobile Apps New Investors Should Consider2018-10-13 14:00:39
Times are changing and with the rise of mobile devices and constant interconnectivity, it’s no longer necessary to make a six-figure salary to s -
Who Is TRON’s New Big Partner?2018-10-13 12:00:05
Sun announced a partnership with a major industry giant, however the name of the partner remains secret. -
Don’t You Know Pump it Up! YoBit Announces New Pump After PutinCoin2018-10-13 08:08:55
On October 11, YoBit held a previously announced “pump of a randomly selected cryptocurrency”, which turned out to be PutinCoin token. Pla -
Second Suspect Of Thai $24 mln Cryptoscam Caught2018-10-13 05:55:05
In Thailand, the main suspect of a bitcoin fraud that resulted in a Finnish investor losing 5,564 BTC (about $24 million at that time) was arrested.
