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Today: February 04, 2026
Today: February 04, 2026

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Pentagon says Boeing awarded more than $7 billion in military contracts

The U.S. military has awarded Boeing two contracts valued at over $7 billion, the Pentagon said on Tuesday.

Pentagon says Boeing awarded more than $7 billion in military contracts
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Apollo, other firms accused of of blocking debt refinancing in US antitrust lawsuit

Apollo Capital Management, BlackRock and six other financial firms were sued on Tuesday in federal court in Manhattan by broadband provider Optimum

Apollo, other firms accused of of blocking debt refinancing in US antitrust lawsuit
Business|Economy|World

Meatpacker JBS agrees to merge its leather assets with the ones from Viva

Brazilian meatpacker JBS said on Tuesday it had signed a binding memorandum of understanding with the shareholders of Viva to combine both firms' assets related to leather

Meatpacker JBS agrees to merge its leather assets with the ones from Viva
Business|Economy|Finance|Stock Markets|Technology

Workday posts lukewarm quarterly subscription revenue, shares fall

Workday reported third-quarter subscription revenue in line with Wall Street estimates on Tuesday, signaling softer demand and sending its shares down nearly 7% in extended trading.

Workday posts lukewarm quarterly subscription revenue, shares fall
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Japan's leading indicator of service inflation hits 2.7% in October

A leading indicator of Japan's services sector prices rose 2.7% in October from a year earlier, data showed on Wednesday, a sign labour shortages continue to prod companies to pass on

Japan's leading indicator of service inflation hits 2.7% in October
Business|Economy|Education|Environment|Science

USDA chief economist Seth Meyer to step down

Seth Meyer, the U.S.

USDA chief economist Seth Meyer to step down
Economy|Health|Political|US

Trump says would prefer not to extend Obamacare subsidies

President Donald Trump said on Tuesday he does not want to extend Obamacare subsidies but might consider such a move after a report said

Trump says would prefer not to extend Obamacare subsidies
Business|Economy|Finance|World

US judge approves bid from Elliott affiliate for Citgo Petroleum parent

A U.S. judge on Tuesday approved a $5.9 billion bid from an affiliate of Elliott Investment Management in the court-organized auction of Citgo Petroleum's parent

US judge approves bid from Elliott affiliate for Citgo Petroleum parent
Business|Economy|Technology|US|World

Foxconn wins approval for new $569 million investment in Wisconsin

Taiwan's Foxconn said on Wednesday that it had secured regulatory approval to invest an additional $569 million in the U.S. state of Wisconsin to

Foxconn wins approval for new $569 million investment in Wisconsin
Business|Economy|Environment|Finance|World

Venture Global, Tokyo Gas sign 20-year LNG supply deal

U.S. liquefied natural gas (LNG) exporter Venture Global has signed a 20-year deal to supply Japan's top city gas provider, Tokyo Gas, with 1 million metric tons per annum (mtpa) of the

Venture Global, Tokyo Gas sign 20-year LNG supply deal
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Trump says China's Xi 'more or less agreed' to accelerate purchases of US goods

U.S.

Trump says China's Xi 'more or less agreed' to accelerate purchases of US goods
Australia|Business|Economy|Finance|Stock Markets

Australia's inflation stubbornly high in October, closing door for rate cuts

Australian consumer inflation accelerated for a fourth straight month in October, a new data series showed on Wednesday, a hot result that has markets giving up hopes

Australia's inflation stubbornly high in October, closing door for rate cuts
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China buys at least 10 US soybean cargoes in new deals after Trump-Xi call, sources say

China bought at least 10 cargoes of U.S. soybeans worth around $300 million in contracts signed since Tuesday, two traders with knowledge of

China buys at least 10 US soybean cargoes in new deals after Trump-Xi call, sources say
Asia|Business|Economy|Finance|Stock Markets|World

South Korea finance chief vows FX stability, but offers no near-term measures

South Korea's Finance Minister vowed on Wednesday to stabilise a weak won, but stopped short of introducing specific policy measures to address the situation, amid

South Korea finance chief vows FX stability, but offers no near-term measures
Business|Economy|Environment|Technology|World

Bitcoin mining in China rebounds, defying 2021 ban

Bitcoin mining is quietly staging a comeback in China despite being banned four years ago, as individual and corporate miners exploit cheap electricity and a data center boom in some energy

Bitcoin mining in China rebounds, defying 2021 ban
Business|Economy|Finance|Stock Markets

Reeves takes centre stage

A look at the day ahead in European and global markets from Gregor Stuart Hunter: It's make-or-break time for Britain's finance minister Rachel Reeves as she unveils later today a budget expected to

Reeves takes centre stage
Asia|Business|Economy|Europe|Finance|Technology|World

Tesla struggles to course correct from sales skid

Tesla CEO Elon Musk has spent much of this year focused on the carmaker’s robotics pursuits and winning shareholder approval for his freshly minted $1 trillion

Tesla struggles to course correct from sales skid
Economy|Europe|Political|World

Putin says authorities must 'strengthen' Russian identity in Ukraine

Russian authorities must increase the number of people who identify as Russian and speak Russian in the parts of Ukraine incorporated into the country since Moscow's 2022 invasion,

Putin says authorities must 'strengthen' Russian identity in Ukraine
Economy|Environment|Health|World

Thousands of Cubans struggle without power and water nearly a month after Hurricane Melissa

Thousands of Cubans remain without power, water or proper shelter almost a month after Hurricane Melissa pummeled the island’s eastern region as one of the strongest Atlantic storms in history

Thousands of Cubans struggle without power and water nearly a month after Hurricane Melissa
Economy|Europe|Political|World

US Army secretary takes unlikely role as key negotiator in push to end Russia-Ukraine war

U.S. Army Secretary Dan Driscoll has become a key negotiator in the Trump administration’s push to end the Russia-Ukraine war

US Army secretary takes unlikely role as key negotiator in push to end Russia-Ukraine war
Business|Economy|Health|Political

Trump admin says drug price negotiations will save Medicare roughly $12 billion

Trump admin says drug price negotiations will save Medicare roughly $12 billion

Trump admin says drug price negotiations will save Medicare roughly $12 billion
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Ukraine's anti-graft chief expects new charges in major corruption case

Investigators in Ukraine could bring new charges in a sweeping probe into high-level graft that has fuelled the country's worst wartime political crisis, the country's

Ukraine's anti-graft chief expects new charges in major corruption case
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Nigeria's central bank holds key rate, wants inflation to fall further

Nigeria's central bank left its main interest rate unchanged on Tuesday, saying it wanted inflation to fall further, but it lowered a

Nigeria's central bank holds key rate, wants inflation to fall further
Business|Economy|Environment|Europe|Technology|World

European car industry risks 'irreversible decline', Stellantis chairman warns

Stellantis Chairman John Elkann on Tuesday warned that the European auto industry risks an "irreversible decline".

European car industry risks 'irreversible decline', Stellantis chairman warns
Business|Economy|Environment|Europe

In plea to EU, Stellantis chairman warns European car industry risks 'irreversible decline'

Stellantis Chairman John Elkann on Tuesday warned the European auto industry risks an "irreversible decline" if the European Union does not soften its stance on cuts in carbon

In plea to EU, Stellantis chairman warns European car industry risks 'irreversible decline'
Business|Economy|US|World

US pending home sales increase in October amid lower mortgage rates

Contracts to purchase previously owned U.S. homes increased more than expected in October, likely as lower mortgage rates pulled buyers back into the market.

US pending home sales increase in October amid lower mortgage rates
Business|Economy|Europe|Political|Technology|World

France and Germany step up pressure on arms firms to resolve fighter impasse

France and Germany are ratcheting up pressure on their industrial champions to rescue Europe's next-generation fighter

France and Germany step up pressure on arms firms to resolve fighter impasse
Business|Economy|Finance|Sports|Stock Markets

Dick's Sporting warns Foot Locker reset could cost up to $750 million; shares drop

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Dick's Sporting warns Foot Locker reset could cost up to $750 million; shares drop
Business|Economy|Finance|Stock Markets|Technology

Analog Devices sees upbeat quarterly results on resilient demand

Analog Devices on Tuesday forecast first-quarter profit and revenue above estimates, after beating fourth-quarter expectations, as the chipmaker benefited from strong demand despite tariff

Analog Devices sees upbeat quarterly results on resilient demand
Business|Economy|Finance|Stock Markets|Technology

US tech valuations stretched further as earnings contribute less

U.S. tech companies' share of S&P 500 earnings has been slipping even as their contribution to the index's market value remains near multi-decade highs, raising

US tech valuations stretched further as earnings contribute less
Business|Economy|Finance

Keurig Dr Pepper taps Mattel veteran Anthony DiSilvestro as CFO

Beverage maker Keurig Dr Pepper on Tuesday appointed Anthony DiSilvestro as the company's chief financial officer, effective immediately, replacing outgoing CFO Sudhanshu Priyadarshi.

Keurig Dr Pepper taps Mattel veteran Anthony DiSilvestro as CFO
Business|Economy|Finance|Stock Markets|US|World

US business inventories unexpectedly flat in August as stocks at retailers fall

U.S. business inventories were unexpectedly unchanged in August, with stocks at retailers falling amid strong sales.

US business inventories unexpectedly flat in August as stocks at retailers fall
Economy|Europe|Political|World

UK to move with EU on Russian frozen assets, Starmer says

British Prime Minister Keir Starmer on Tuesday told a Coalition of the Willing meeting that London was "ready to move" with the European Union on providing financial support to

UK to move with EU on Russian frozen assets, Starmer says
Americas|Economy|Election|Political|World

Brazil's Lula leads potential right-wing rivals ahead of 2026 vote, poll shows

Brazilian President Luiz Inacio Lula da Silva leads all potential right-wing challengers for the 2026 election, while his approval ratings have climbed in recent months, a poll by

Brazil's Lula leads potential right-wing rivals ahead of 2026 vote, poll shows
Business|Economy|Finance|Food|Stock Markets|US

J.M. Smucker forecasts annual profit below estimates as coffee inflation bites

J.M. Smucker on Tuesday forecast annual profit below analysts' estimates as a surge in coffee costs is expected to squeeze its margin, sending shares of the food maker down 3%.

J.M. Smucker forecasts annual profit below estimates as coffee inflation bites
Business|Economy|World

Bolivia negotiating $9 billion in multilateral loans to spur recovery

Bolivia is negotiating multilateral financing that will exceed $9 billion for public and private projects, Economy Minister Jose Gabriel

Bolivia negotiating $9 billion in multilateral loans to spur recovery
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TikTok names former Boeing exec as US public policy chief

TikTok said Tuesday it had named former Boeing government affairs chief Ziad Ojakli as the short video app's head of public policy for the Americas as it

TikTok names former Boeing exec as US public policy chief
Business|Economy|Finance|Stock Markets|World

Lukoil co-founder Fedun sells his stake back to company, sources say

Leonid Fedun, a co-founder of Lukoil, has sold his roughly $7 billion stake in the Russian company, three sources said and data

Lukoil co-founder Fedun sells his stake back to company, sources say
Business|Economy|Finance|Stock Markets|US|World

Toronto Stock Exchange parent sees stronger IPO market heading into 2026

TMX Group, which operates the Toronto Stock Exchange, is expecting a big pickup in stock market listings heading into 2026, boosted by a robust pipeline of companies

Toronto Stock Exchange parent sees stronger IPO market heading into 2026
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UK government approves 4.1% rise in minimum wage for 2026

Britain's main minimum wage rate will rise by 4.1% to 12.71 pounds ($16.67) an hour next April to keep up with average pay, the government said on Tuesday, despite

UK government approves 4.1% rise in minimum wage for 2026
Economy|Europe|Finance|Political|World

Europeans told U.S. Rubio to maintain pressure on Russia, von der Leyen says

The leaders of the European countries supporting Ukraine, the so-called coalition of the willing, on Tuesday insisted to keep pressuring Russia with sanctions in a video call with

Europeans told U.S. Rubio to maintain pressure on Russia, von der Leyen says
Business|Economy|Finance|Sports|Stock Markets

S&P Global puts Under Armour's ratings on downgrade watch

Credit rating agency S&P Global on Tuesday placed sportswear company Under Armour's ratings on watch for potential downgrades.

S&P Global puts Under Armour's ratings on downgrade watch
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Good chance Trump may unveil Fed pick by Christmas, Bessent says

U.S. Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent said on Tuesday he was concluding a second round of interviews later in the day for a new U.S.

Good chance Trump may unveil Fed pick by Christmas, Bessent says
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US bank regulator approves relaxed leverage rules

A U.S. bank regulator approved new final rules aimed at easing leverage requirements for banks, requiring firms to set aside less capital as a cushion against

US bank regulator approves relaxed leverage rules
Business|Economy|Finance|Stock Markets|US

US retail sales growth cools; consumer sentiment sags amid job market worries

U.S. retail sales increased less than expected in September, suggesting consumer fatigue amid higher prices because of tariffs, though the moderation did not

US retail sales growth cools; consumer sentiment sags amid job market worries
Business|Economy|Science|Technology

Robinhood CEO's math-focused AI startup Harmonic valued at $1.45 billion in latest fundraising

Harmonic, an artificial intelligence startup co-founded by Robinhood CEO Vlad Tenev, has raised $120 million in new funding, valuing the company at $1.45 billion, as it

Robinhood CEO's math-focused AI startup Harmonic valued at $1.45 billion in latest fundraising
Business|Economy|Finance|World

US budget deficit hits $284 billion in October; report impacted by shutdown

The U.S. government posted a higher $284 billion deficit for October in a report delayed and impacted by the recent federal government shutdown and reflecting record tariff

US budget deficit hits $284 billion in October; report impacted by shutdown
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What could Maduro offer Trump in potential talks? Oil

Venezuelan President Nicolas Maduro has the flexibility and the incentive to offer crude oil cargoes, which the country mostly sells to China, as a bargaining

What could Maduro offer Trump in potential talks? Oil
Economy|Interview|Opinion|Political|World

Peace plan presented by the US to Ukraine reflects inexperienced, unrealistic handling of a delicate situation

In a war that’s lasted almost four years, a former diplomat says it’s not realistic to say, ‘In the next week, come up with a very complicated peace deal, sign off on it and it’s going to stick.’

Peace plan presented by the US to Ukraine reflects inexperienced, unrealistic handling of a delicate situation
Business|Economy|Finance|Stock Markets|US

Ackman's Pershing Square targets $5 billion IPO for closed-end fund

Hedge fund manager Bill Ackman aims to raise $5 billion for a new U.S.-listed closed-end fund that will debut at the same time he plans to list his hedge fund firm,

Ackman's Pershing Square targets $5 billion IPO for closed-end fund
Business|Economy|Finance|Stock Markets

US Treasury secretary takes aim at Fed's interest rate control system

U.S. Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent said on Tuesday the Federal Reserve's system of managing interest rates is struggling and needs to be simplified.

US Treasury secretary takes aim at Fed's interest rate control system
Business|Economy|Technology

HP to cut about 6,000 jobs by 2028, ramps up AI efforts

HP Inc said on Tuesday it expects to cut between 4,000 and 6,000 jobs globally by fiscal 2028 as part of a plan to streamline operations and adopt artificial intelligence to

HP to cut about 6,000 jobs by 2028, ramps up AI efforts
Business|Economy|Environment|Finance|Stock Markets|World

Oil falls as Ukraine signals support for framework of Russia peace deal

Oil prices settled over 1% lower on Tuesday after Ukraine hinted that an intense diplomatic push by the U.S. administration to end Russia's war against it could be

Oil falls as Ukraine signals support for framework of Russia peace deal
Business|Economy|Entertainment|Technology|World

Warner Bros Discovery seeks improved bids by December 1, sources say

Warner Bros Discovery has asked potential buyers to submit improved offers by December 1, two sources familiar with the matter said on Tuesday.

Warner Bros Discovery seeks improved bids by December 1, sources say
Business|Economy|Finance|Stock Markets|Technology

Dell bets on rising AI server demand to forecast higher growth

Dell forecast fourth-quarter revenue and profit above Wall Street estimates on Tuesday, as increasing investments in data centers to support artificial intelligence boost

Dell bets on rising AI server demand to forecast higher growth
Economy|Political|World

Japan PM highlights Trump bond after first talks since China clash

"Call me anytime" was the message Japanese Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi said she received from U.S.

Japan PM highlights Trump bond after first talks since China clash
Business|Economy|Finance|World

NZ central bank cuts cash rate by 25 bps to 2.25%

New Zealand's central bank cut its benchmark official cash rate by 25 basis points to 2.25% on Wednesday, its lowest level since mid-2022, as policymakers extended

NZ central bank cuts cash rate by 25 bps to 2.25%
Business|Economy|Health|Political|World

Health care plan circulated by the White House runs into familiar GOP divisions

A health care proposal circulated by the White House in recent days is running into Republican divisions on the issue

Health care plan circulated by the White House runs into familiar GOP divisions
Business|Economy|Political|World

Bolivia's new president plans to scrap taxes and borrow money to confront economic crisis

President Rodrigo Paz of Bolivia says he will scrap a ream of taxes in one of his first moves since becoming the nation’s first conservative leader in nearly two decades in a bid to rescue a crisis-stricken economy

Bolivia's new president plans to scrap taxes and borrow money to confront economic crisis
Business|Economy|Health|Political|US

The Latest: FBI seeks interviews with Democratic lawmakers who urged troops to defy illegal orders

Democratic lawmakers who appeared in a social media video urging U.S. troops to defy “illegal orders” say the FBI has contacted them to begin scheduling interviews, signaling a possible inquiry into the matter

The Latest: FBI seeks interviews with Democratic lawmakers who urged troops to defy illegal orders
Business|Crime|Economy|Health|Political

Federal Bureau of Prisons says falling concrete is forcing it to close a prison near Los Angeles

The federal Bureau of Prisons is shutting down its Terminal Island facility near Los Angeles over concerns about crumbling infrastructure, including falling concrete that threatens to knock out the facility’s heating system

Federal Bureau of Prisons says falling concrete is forcing it to close a prison near Los Angeles
Business|Economy|Lifestyle|Technology|Travel

Thanksgiving travel forecasts point to typically busy airports, roads and trains

People with Thanksgiving travel plans may still feel on edge after the U.S. government shutdown that caused widespread flight cancellations and delays

Thanksgiving travel forecasts point to typically busy airports, roads and trains
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Chinese 'right on schedule' for US soybean purchases, Bessent tells CNBC

Chinese purchases of American soybeans are "right on schedule", U.S.

Chinese 'right on schedule' for US soybean purchases, Bessent tells CNBC
Business|Economy|Finance|World

Rising energy costs lift US producer prices in September

U.S. producer prices rebounded in September as the cost of energy goods surged and producers passed on some tariffs.

Rising energy costs lift US producer prices in September
Business|Economy|Finance|World

Fed's Miran ties rising unemployment to current setting of monetary policy - Fox Business

Federal Reserve Governor Stephen Miran said in a television interview on Tuesday that a deteriorating job market was happening because of where the central bank has set it short-term

Fed's Miran ties rising unemployment to current setting of monetary policy - Fox Business
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Retail sales miss expectations in September, producer prices rise

U.S. retail sales rose 0.2% after an unrevised 0.6% gain in August, the Commerce Department said on Tuesday, short of the 0.4% rise expected by economists polled by Reuters. 

Retail sales miss expectations in September, producer prices rise
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EU Commission says euro zone 2026 fiscal stance should stay neutral

The aggregated fiscal stance of euro zone countries should stay neutral next year, the European Commission said on Tuesday in a recommendation that is to help coordinate fiscal

EU Commission says euro zone 2026 fiscal stance should stay neutral
Business|Economy|Finance|Stock Markets|Technology|US

Wall Street opens mixed as investors assess data, Alphabet shines

Wall Street's main indexes were mixed at the open on Tuesday as investors took stock of a series of delayed economic data to gauge the health of the U.S. economy, while Alphabet gained

Wall Street opens mixed as investors assess data, Alphabet shines
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Best Buy raises annual forecasts as shoppers snap up holiday deals

Electronics retailer Best Buy raised its annual sales and profit forecasts on Tuesday, banking on strong holiday demand as shoppers seize steep discounts to upgrade their

Best Buy raises annual forecasts as shoppers snap up holiday deals
Business|Economy|Fashion and Beauty|Finance|Stock Markets

Abercrombie & Fitch raises annual profit forecast on Hollister strength; shares jump

Abercrombie & Fitch raised its annual profit forecast on Tuesday, betting on strong demand for its Hollister dresses and jackets as shoppers snap up in-trend apparel during

Abercrombie & Fitch raises annual profit forecast on Hollister strength; shares jump
Business|Economy|Technology

Alphabet on pace to hit $4 trillion market value as AI gains momentum

Alphabet was on track to hit a historic $4 trillion market valuation on Tuesday, powered by an impressive year-long rally fueled by the Google parent's sharpened focus on artificial

Alphabet on pace to hit $4 trillion market value as AI gains momentum
Economy|Europe|World

Finland clings to happiness crown as economic gloom deepens

Harsh economic headwinds are sending

Finland clings to happiness crown as economic gloom deepens
Business|Economy|Environment|Technology|Travel

Thanksgiving air travel plans cut by US government shutdown

A record number of Americans had been expected to fly during Thanksgiving, but a 43-day government shutdown dampened demand for one of the year's busiest travel

Thanksgiving air travel plans cut by US government shutdown
Business|Economy|Finance|Technology|US

New limits for a rent algorithm that prosecutors say let landlords drive up prices

Real estate software company RealPage has agreed to stop sharing nonpublic information between landlords as part of a settlement with the Department of Justice

New limits for a rent algorithm that prosecutors say let landlords drive up prices
Business|Economy|Environment|World

OPEC+ seen keeping oil output unchanged, focus on capacity debate

OPEC+ is likely to leave output levels unchanged at its meeting on Sunday while focusing talks on a theoretical topic of how much oil its members can

OPEC+ seen keeping oil output unchanged, focus on capacity debate
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European shares jump on Ukraine peace prospects, US rate cut hopes

European shares extended gains on Tuesday, led by materials and financial stocks, as investors continued to draw optimism from prospects of a

European shares jump on Ukraine peace prospects, US rate cut hopes
Business|Economy|Entertainment|Fashion and Beauty|Finance|Stock Markets

Kohl's shares rally as another forecast raise signals turnaround taking hold

Kohl's on Tuesday projected a smaller drop in sales and bigger profit for the full year ahead of the new CEO's first holiday season at the helm, sending the U.S.

Kohl's shares rally as another forecast raise signals turnaround taking hold
Business|Economy|Education|Environment|Finance|Health|Political|Stock Markets|US

US states sue to block Trump administration from restricting homelessness funding

A group of U.S. states filed a lawsuit on Tuesday seeking to block President Donald Trump's administration from placing new restrictions on more than $3 billion in grant

US states sue to block Trump administration from restricting homelessness funding
Business|Economy

JetBlue ground workers seek union vote, IAM says

The International Association of Machinists and Aerospace Workers (IAM) said on Tuesday it will file for union representation election covering about 3,000 JetBlue ground workers.

JetBlue ground workers seek union vote, IAM says
Business|Economy|Election|Environment|Finance|Political|World

UN kicks off process to elect next secretary-general

The process to elect the next United Nations secretary-general formally kicked off on Tuesday as member states were asked to nominate candidates to take over the role from

UN kicks off process to elect next secretary-general
Economy|Political|World

US military's Caine meets with Trinidad prime minister

A top U.S. military official on Tuesday met with Trinidad and Tobago Prime Minister Kamla Persad-Bissessar to reaffirm partnership and discuss priorities for regional security and stability

US military's Caine meets with Trinidad prime minister
Business|Economy|World

US dollar slumps as data backs Fed rate cut view; traders on yen alert

The U.S. dollar slid on Tuesday as a series of mixed economic data, some of which was delayed and therefore dated, reinforced expectations that the

US dollar slumps as data backs Fed rate cut view; traders on yen alert
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Rep. Eric Swalwell alleges in new lawsuit that Bill Pulte abused database access to gin up mortgage fraud claims

Rep. Eric Swalwell alleges in new lawsuit that Bill Pulte abused database access to gin up mortgage fraud claims

Rep. Eric Swalwell alleges in new lawsuit that Bill Pulte abused database access to gin up mortgage fraud claims
Business|Economy|Finance|Stock Markets|Technology|US|World

Wall Street ends higher as Federal Reserve rate cut bets gather momentum

Wall Street extended its rally on Tuesday as a spate of economic data appeared to support the case for the U.S.

Wall Street ends higher as Federal Reserve rate cut bets gather momentum
Business|Economy|Finance|Technology|World

Stocks advance, US yields retreat on heightened Fed cut expectations

Global stocks climbed on Tuesday and were set for a third straight session of gains, as investors remained optimistic the Federal Reserve would cut U.S.

Stocks advance, US yields retreat on heightened Fed cut expectations
Asia|Business|Economy|Finance|Stock Markets|World

Stocks climb on hopes for lower interest rates as Dow rallies 660 points

Stocks climbed again on hopes for a coming cut to interest rates

Stocks climb on hopes for lower interest rates as Dow rallies 660 points
Business|Crime|Economy|Technology

'Jackpotting': ATMs rigged to spit out cash in Salina

'Jackpotting': ATMs rigged to spit out cash in Salina

'Jackpotting': ATMs rigged to spit out cash in Salina
Economy|Food|Interview|Lifestyle

Anonymous donor provides thousands of families with turkeys ahead of Thanksgiving

Anonymous donor provides thousands of families with turkeys ahead of Thanksgiving

Anonymous donor provides thousands of families with turkeys ahead of Thanksgiving
Economy|Europe|World

Russia says amended US peace plan must reflect 'spirit and letter' of Trump-Putin summit in Alaska

Russian Foreign Minister Sergei Lavrov said on Tuesday that an amended peace plan for Ukraine must reflect the "spirit and letter" of understandings reached between President

Russia says amended US peace plan must reflect 'spirit and letter' of Trump-Putin summit in Alaska
Economy|Education|World

How French teachers' pensions leave students falling behind

France's education budget is being squeezed by its pension system: of the 90 billion euros earmarked for schools next year, more than a quarter will go to retired

How French teachers' pensions leave students falling behind
Business|Economy|Finance|Stock Markets|Technology|US|World

Best Buy ups sales outlook heading into holiday shopping ramp-up

Best Buy is raising its profit and sales expectations ahead of the holiday shopping season after a strong third quarter

Best Buy ups sales outlook heading into holiday shopping ramp-up
Economy|Education|Health|Science

How food assistance programs can feed families and nourish their dignity

Free food may fill your stomach, but it doesn’t always satisfy the desire to feel fully human.

How food assistance programs can feed families and nourish their dignity
Business|Economy|Finance|Technology

Klarna to launch dollar-backed stablecoin as race in digital payments heats up

Swedish fintech firm Klarna on Tuesday said it will launch a U.S. dollar-backed stablecoin, becoming the latest major payments company to move deeper into digital assets as regulators

Klarna to launch dollar-backed stablecoin as race in digital payments heats up
Business|Economy|Europe|Finance|World

UK retailers' confidence collapses to 17-year low before budget

British retailers have reported the sharpest drop in confidence in 17 years and their sales fell again ahead of Wednesday's budget which is likely to include tax increases, according

UK retailers' confidence collapses to 17-year low before budget
Business|Economy|Political|World

Russia weighs how to prop up Russian Railways which is $51 billion in debt, sources say

Russia's government is discussing different ways to prop up Russian Railways, the country's biggest commercial employer, which has built up a 4 trillion rouble ($

Russia weighs how to prop up Russian Railways which is $51 billion in debt, sources say
Business|Economy|Europe|Travel|World

Brussels airport says 110 extra flights cancelled on Wednesday due to strike

Brussels Airport will cancel 110 of the 203 incoming flights on Wednesday, in addition to the departing flights already scrapped due to a nationwide strike, a spokesperson said,

Brussels airport says 110 extra flights cancelled on Wednesday due to strike
Crime|Economy|Health|Lifestyle

North Texas senior without food and water calls 911 for help amid growing crisis

North Texas senior without food and water calls 911 for help amid growing crisis

North Texas senior without food and water calls 911 for help amid growing crisis
Americas|Business|Crime|Economy|Europe|Finance|Travel|World

‘We trained for this’: Recent drill helped Louisville airport crews rapidly respond to plane crash

‘We trained for this’: Recent drill helped Louisville airport crews rapidly respond to plane crash

‘We trained for this’: Recent drill helped Louisville airport crews rapidly respond to plane crash
Business|Economy|Finance|Political|Stock Markets|US

Consumer confidence slides as Americans grow wary of high costs and sluggish job gains

U.S. consumers were much less confident in the economy in November in the aftermath of the government shutdown and amid weak hiring and stubborn inflation

Consumer confidence slides as Americans grow wary of high costs and sluggish job gains
Business|Economy|Finance|Political|US

U.S. Sen. Jim Justice of West Virginia agrees to pay nearly $5.2M in overdue personal taxes

U.S. Sen. Jim Justice of West Virginia has agreed to pay nearly $5.2 million in overdue personal taxes

U.S. Sen. Jim Justice of West Virginia agrees to pay nearly $5.2M in overdue personal taxes
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US retail sales rose slightly in September, adding to months of big gains

Sales at U.S. retailers and restaurants rose slightly in September as resilient consumers moderated their spending after splurging over the summer

US retail sales rose slightly in September, adding to months of big gains
Economy|Environment|Health|Science

New York firefighters union demands 9/11 toxins records be released after boxes of documents are uncovered

New York firefighters union demands 9/11 toxins records be released after boxes of documents are uncovered

New York firefighters union demands 9/11 toxins records be released after boxes of documents are uncovered
Business|Economy|Finance|Food|Lifestyle

Penny shortage hits some restaurants hard when it comes to exact change

Penny shortage hits some restaurants hard when it comes to exact change

Penny shortage hits some restaurants hard when it comes to exact change
Business|Economy|Health

White House circulates a plan to extend Obamacare subsidies as Trump pledges health care fix

The White House is circulating a proposal to extend Affordable Care Act subsidies for two more years

White House circulates a plan to extend Obamacare subsidies as Trump pledges health care fix
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Brazil's foreign direct investment through October surpasses 2024 total

Brazil's foreign direct investment inflows through October have already surpassed last year's total, central bank data showed on Tuesday, as the government expects

Brazil's foreign direct investment through October surpasses 2024 total
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Inflation weighing on US income growth ahead of holiday season, study says

Inflation has helped set back income growth to levels comparable to the slow recovery from the Great Recession more than a decade ago, potentially

Inflation weighing on US income growth ahead of holiday season, study says
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Alibaba revenue tops estimates with strong instant retail, AI push

Chinese e-commerce giant Alibaba beat analysts' quarterly revenue estimates on Tuesday as investments in one-hour delivery helped drive more users

Alibaba revenue tops estimates with strong instant retail, AI push
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US set to narrow its rare earth gap, others not so much

A multi-billion dollar pipeline of rare earth projects around the world is set to partly wean the U.S. off Chinese rare earths, but

US set to narrow its rare earth gap, others not so much
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Alibaba's cloud business revenue soars 34% driven by AI boom

China's Alibaba Group is reporting a 34% jump in revenue from its cloud business, driven by the AI boom

Alibaba's cloud business revenue soars 34% driven by AI boom
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Consumer readout tests Fed hopes

By Mike Dolan -What matters in U.S. and global markets today By Mike Dolan, Editor-At-Large, Finance and Markets As a year-end Federal Reserve interest rate cut comes back into play, the trickle of

Consumer readout tests Fed hopes
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Palestinian economy suffers worst-ever collapse after Israel-Hamas conflict, UN says

The two-year Gaza war and economic restrictions in the Israeli-occupied West Bank have triggered the worst collapse in the Palestinian economy on record, wiping out

Palestinian economy suffers worst-ever collapse after Israel-Hamas conflict, UN says
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Ageing populations a 'ticking time bomb' for GDP growth, says EBRD

Countries must act now to keep slowing population growth from wreaking havoc on their long-term economic prospects, the European Bank for Reconstruction and

Ageing populations a 'ticking time bomb' for GDP growth, says EBRD
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Colleges teach the most valuable career skills when they don’t stick narrowly to preprofessional education

Parents and policymakers want job security for graduates, but in the AI and automation era, careers may depend as much on curiosity and initiative as on credentials.

Colleges teach the most valuable career skills when they don’t stick narrowly to preprofessional education
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A quarter of early child care educators in Colorado reported mistreatment from co-workers

Younger and more diverse teachers reported higher rates of bullying and discrimination by their colleagues. This can also affect the kids they care for.

A quarter of early child care educators in Colorado reported mistreatment from co-workers
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‘Like a pawn in a game’: 13 months without representation in a Texas congressional district

‘Like a pawn in a game’: 13 months without representation in a Texas congressional district

‘Like a pawn in a game’: 13 months without representation in a Texas congressional district
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Trump's battle with the BBC could threaten its global reach

When the BBC launched an expansion into the U.S. in June, its head of news promised "trust at a time of dramatic global uncertainty".

Trump's battle with the BBC could threaten its global reach
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Big buzz, small market: Meta's smartglasses are a specialty gadget this holiday

Early tech adopters are gobbling up smartglasses like Thanksgiving turkey - especially Meta's new, retro-chic version with a visual display in the lens.

Big buzz, small market: Meta's smartglasses are a specialty gadget this holiday
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The European Union votes to deepen defense industry ties with Ukraine

European Union lawmakers have voted to deepen integration of the bloc’s defense industry with Ukraine as a U.S. peace plan remains in flux and Russia’s unconventional warfare operations rattle the 27-nation bloc

The European Union votes to deepen defense industry ties with Ukraine
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EU needs new approach to spending to boost growth, ECB's Sleijpen says

The European Union needs to revamp how it spends money to revive growth, curbing state aid and redirecting funds towards "public goods" that will be critical for future growth, Dutch

EU needs new approach to spending to boost growth, ECB's Sleijpen says
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ECB policy 'in a good place' despite small inflation worries, policymakers say

European Central Bank policy is in a "good place" the Dutch and Irish central bank governors said on Tuesday, repeating the bank's long-standing mantra that has kept expectations for

ECB policy 'in a good place' despite small inflation worries, policymakers say
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UK's Rachel Reeves nears moment of truth with tax-heavy budget

"We won't have to do a budget like this ever again," Britain's finance minister Rachel Reeves declared a year ago, insisting she had restored stability to

UK's Rachel Reeves nears moment of truth with tax-heavy budget
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She was promised work as a customer service agent. Instead she was trafficked to run online scams

Women describe horrifying conditions inside heavily-guarded centers where they were forced to con victims in romance scams and more. Hanako Montgomery travels to a scam compound that held over 5,000 trafficked workers. This story is part of As Equals, CNN's ongoing series on gender inequality. For information about how the series is funded and more, check out our FAQs.

She was promised work as a customer service agent. Instead she was trafficked to run online scams
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Trump’s gas price discount has disappeared

Trump’s gas price discount has disappeared

Trump’s gas price discount has disappeared
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The dirty secret of America’s holiday shopping season

The dirty secret of America’s holiday shopping season

The dirty secret of America’s holiday shopping season
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Russia's car market faces bleak 2026 as scrappage fees drive prices up

Russia's depressed car market has shown weak signs of recovery as 2025 draws to an end, but is set to hit near-record lows early next year as higher scrappage fees drive

Russia's car market faces bleak 2026 as scrappage fees drive prices up
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German home prices on track for 3%-plus annual rises, further stretching affordability- Reuters poll

German home prices will rise around 3% annually over the coming years, according to property analysts polled by Reuters, outstripping overall inflation and further

German home prices on track for 3%-plus annual rises, further stretching affordability- Reuters poll
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Australian delivery workers set to gain minimum pay in landmark deal with Uber Eats, DoorDash

Australian food delivery workers are on course to gain minimum pay levels after Uber Eats and DoorDash struck a deal with the country's transport union that is

Australian delivery workers set to gain minimum pay in landmark deal with Uber Eats, DoorDash
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UK's Domino's Pizza CEO steps down as strategy shift takes shape

Britain's Domino's Pizza said on Tuesday that CEO Andrew Rennie has stepped down, marking another senior departure as the company shifts strategy to tackle weak sales and rising costs.

UK's Domino's Pizza CEO steps down as strategy shift takes shape
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Germany stagnates in innovation ranking as rivals surge ahead

Germany's innovation capacity is stagnating, with the country remaining stuck at 12th place in an innovation ranking while competitors including the United States,

Germany stagnates in innovation ranking as rivals surge ahead
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China pledges fresh Tonga investment as debt repayment looms

China's President Xi Jinping pledged fresh investment in Tonga when he met King Tupou VI of the South Pacific island nation in Beijing on Tuesday, as the

China pledges fresh Tonga investment as debt repayment looms
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Britain's unpopular government prepares a high-stakes budget and hopes for growth

Britain’s Labour Party government is set to deliver a high-stakes budget aimed at fixing public finances and boosting economic growth

Britain's unpopular government prepares a high-stakes budget and hopes for growth
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Taiwan says 'no information' on cooperation with South Korea on US chip tariffs

Taiwan Premier Cho Jung-tai said on Tuesday he had "no information" about any cooperation with South Korea on U.S.

Taiwan says 'no information' on cooperation with South Korea on US chip tariffs
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South Korea ruling party to propose bill for US investment under tariff deal, report says

South Korea's ruling Democratic Party will propose a bill this week that would facilitate the country's investment in the U.S. under a deal that cuts tariffs on the country's exports,

South Korea ruling party to propose bill for US investment under tariff deal, report says
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Thai cabinet approves $117 billion budget plan for 2027 fiscal year

Thailand's cabinet on Tuesday approved a 3.788 trillion baht ($116.7 billion) budget plan for the 2027 fiscal year, government spokesperson Siripong Angkasakulkiata said.

Thai cabinet approves $117 billion budget plan for 2027 fiscal year
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UK's easyJet beats annual profit expectations, lifts target for holidays business

British carrier easyJet reported better-than-expected full-year operating profit on Tuesday and lifted its medium-term target for its holidays

UK's easyJet beats annual profit expectations, lifts target for holidays business
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China extends beef import probe into 2026, giving exporters more breathing room

China has extended its investigation into beef imports by another two

China extends beef import probe into 2026, giving exporters more breathing room
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Singapore court clears way for $2.7 billion suit against Standard Chartered over alleged role in 1MDB fraud

A Singapore court has cleared the way for a $2.7 billion lawsuit against Standard Chartered Bank over its alleged role in 1MDB fraud, liquidators seeking to recover the funds

Singapore court clears way for $2.7 billion suit against Standard Chartered over alleged role in 1MDB fraud
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Flying blind on a dovish wing

A look at the day ahead in European and global markets from Ankur Banerjee A risk-on rally spurred by the sudden shift in U.S. rate-cut wagers after dovish comments from policymakers may falter in

Flying blind on a dovish wing
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Hong Kong leader backs China's policy on Japan in first remarks on dispute

Hong Kong's leader John Lee said on Monday his government supported China's diplomatic policy towards Japan and the financial hub would closely monitor the situation and respond

Hong Kong leader backs China's policy on Japan in first remarks on dispute
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Nigeria faces record hunger amid insurgent attacks, aid cuts

A surge in militant attacks and instability in northern Nigeria is driving hunger to record levels, the U.N.

Nigeria faces record hunger amid insurgent attacks, aid cuts
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European car sales rise 4.9% in October, ACEA says

New car sales in Europe rose 4.9% in October as electric cars outpaced petrol and diesel registrations, European Automobile Manufacturers' Association data showed on

European car sales rise 4.9% in October, ACEA says
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Lynas Rare Earths warns of production hit from power disruptions at Kalgoorlie

Lynas Rare Earths warned on Tuesday of a one-month production shortfall this quarter due to significant power supply disruptions at its Kalgoorlie processing

Lynas Rare Earths warns of production hit from power disruptions at Kalgoorlie
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Nigeria's Dangote picks Honeywell to help fulfill ambitious capacity expansion

Nigeria's Dangote has tapped Honeywell to provide services and help double its refining capacity to 1.4 million barrels per day by 2028, in what is the clearest

Nigeria's Dangote picks Honeywell to help fulfill ambitious capacity expansion
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Japan unveils its version of DOGE aimed at cutting wasteful spending

Japan on Tuesday launched a scheme aimed at cutting wasteful government spending by reviewing existing subsidy projects and investment funds, a move the administration

Japan unveils its version of DOGE aimed at cutting wasteful spending
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India's economy likely grew 7.3% in July–September quarter- Reuters poll

India's economy likely grew 7.3% in the July–September quarter, according to a Reuters poll of economists, underpinned by strong rural and

India's economy likely grew 7.3% in July–September quarter- Reuters poll
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USDA expects deals on farmer aid, Chinese soy buys within weeks

The Trump administration expects to announce an aid package for U.S. farmers within two weeks and a deal on Chinese soybean purchases, U.S.

USDA expects deals on farmer aid, Chinese soy buys within weeks
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Tyson's beef plant closure in Nebraska will impact a reliant town and ranchers nationwide

Tyson Foods’ decision to close a beef plant in Lexington, Nebraska, could devastate the small city and undermine the profits of ranchers nationwide

Tyson's beef plant closure in Nebraska will impact a reliant town and ranchers nationwide
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Republicans balk at Trump’s health care proposal before it’s even released

Republicans balk at Trump’s health care proposal before it’s even released

Republicans balk at Trump’s health care proposal before it’s even released
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It's a bird! It's a plane! It's a rare Superman comic book! And it fetched $9.12M!

A copy of the first Superman issue, unearthed by a trio of brothers cleaning out their late mother’s attic, netted $9.12 million at a Texas auction house which says it is the most expensive comic book ever sold

It's a bird! It's a plane! It's a rare Superman comic book! And it fetched $9.12M!
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Lawsuit blames Tesla design flaws for crash that killed Washington state woman, injured her husband

A lawsuit claims design flaws caused a Tesla Model 3 to accelerate uncontrollably before crashing into a utility pole and bursting into flames, killing Wendy Dennis and severely injuring her husband, Jeff

Lawsuit blames Tesla design flaws for crash that killed Washington state woman, injured her husband
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Google, Accel partner to back Indian AI startups

Alphabet's Google and venture capital firm Accel will partner to fund at least 10 early-stage Indian AI startups, marking the U.S. technology

Google, Accel partner to back Indian AI startups
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Bank of Korea to hold rates at 2.50% on November 27, cut pushed to next quarter: Reuters poll

The Bank of Korea will keep its key interest rate unchanged at 2.50% on Thursday as policymakers grapple with a volatile currency and an overheated

Bank of Korea to hold rates at 2.50% on November 27, cut pushed to next quarter: Reuters poll
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Myanmar state television broadcasts army crackdown on scam centers

Myanmar’s military government has begun broadcasting extensive video on state television of its crackdown on online scam centers

Myanmar state television broadcasts army crackdown on scam centers
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Trading Day: Reanimated about December Fed cut

Making sense of the forces driving global markets By Alden Bentley, Editor in Charge, Americas Finance and Markets Jamie is enjoying some well-deserved time off,

Trading Day: Reanimated about December Fed cut
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Realpage agrees to limit data collecting to settle DOJ rental price fixing case

The U.S.

Realpage agrees to limit data collecting to settle DOJ rental price fixing case
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Global ambitions behind yuan's steady rise

The yuan has shrugged off a trade war, slow growth, rock-bottom interest rates and a slump in foreign investment, to head for its sharpest annual gain since the pandemic year of 2020.

Global ambitions behind yuan's steady rise
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Spotify to raise US prices in first quarter of next year, FT reports

Spotify will raise its U.S. subscription prices in the first quarter of next year, the Financial Times reported on Monday, citing three people familiar with the matter.

Spotify to raise US prices in first quarter of next year, FT reports
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Thousands of arrests by Trump's crime-fighting task force in Memphis strain crowded jail and courts

A task force ordered by President Donald Trump to combat crime in Memphis, Tennessee, has made thousands of arrests

Thousands of arrests by Trump's crime-fighting task force in Memphis strain crowded jail and courts
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New survey finds rising pessimism among US Hispanics

As the first year of President Donald Trump's second term comes to a close, two new polls from the Pew Research Center find that Hispanic adults are increasingly unhappy with the way his administration is handling the economy and immigration, issues that were key for voters during last year’s election

New survey finds rising pessimism among US Hispanics
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Trump’s new executive order brings together Big Tech, academics and the government on AI research

Trump’s new executive order brings together Big Tech, academics and the government on AI research

Trump’s new executive order brings together Big Tech, academics and the government on AI research
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She ‘wants to die there.’ The women forced to scam and the families left behind

She ‘wants to die there.’ The women forced to scam and the families left behind

She ‘wants to die there.’ The women forced to scam and the families left behind
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Canada's top diplomat says Ottawa is working fast to advance India trade deal

Canadian Foreign Minister Anita Anand says Canada and India will move quickly to get a trade deal after two years of strained relations

Canada's top diplomat says Ottawa is working fast to advance India trade deal
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Hamas attack victims sue Binance for allegedly allowing payments to militant group

Victims of Hamas' October 2023 attack on Israel sued Binance and its founder Changpeng Zhao, accusing them of facilitating millions of dollars in payments to the group

Hamas attack victims sue Binance for allegedly allowing payments to militant group
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Most US Latinos feel their situation is worse under Trump, Pew poll finds

A majority of U.S.

Most US Latinos feel their situation is worse under Trump, Pew poll finds
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Fed's Waller: December cut appropriate, but January action more uncertain

The job market is weak enough to warrant another quarter-point rate cut in December, though action beyond that depends on an upcoming flood of data delayed by the government

Fed's Waller: December cut appropriate, but January action more uncertain
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Trump administration orders review of Biden-era refugees, memo shows

U.S.

Trump administration orders review of Biden-era refugees, memo shows
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Zoom lifts annual outlook on growing demand for AI tools in hybrid work

Zoom Communications raised its annual revenue and profit forecasts on Monday, benefiting from hybrid work trends and the integration of artificial intelligence into its

Zoom lifts annual outlook on growing demand for AI tools in hybrid work
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She lost her son to gun violence. Now she’s part of a movement credited with Baltimore’s crime drop

She lost her son to gun violence. Now she’s part of a movement credited with Baltimore’s crime drop

She lost her son to gun violence. Now she’s part of a movement credited with Baltimore’s crime drop
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US-backed aid company in Gaza shutters operations as Israel's military and defense minister clash

The U.S.- and Israel-backed Gaza Humanitarian Foundation, set up to distribute aid to Gaza as an alternative to the United Nations but which Palestinians said endangered the lives of civilians as they tried to get food, has said it will shutter operations

US-backed aid company in Gaza shutters operations as Israel's military and defense minister clash
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Apple cuts jobs across sales team

Apple said on Monday it is cutting jobs across its sales teams to strengthen its customer engagement efforts, noting that only a small number of roles will be impacted by the layoffs.

Apple cuts jobs across sales team
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What we know and don’t know about DOGE’s reported demise

What we know and don’t know about DOGE’s reported demise

What we know and don’t know about DOGE’s reported demise
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Trump signs executive order for AI project called Genesis Mission to boost scientific discoveries

President Donald Trump is directing the federal government to share scientific data and use artificial intelligence to accelerate discovery, including streamlining the nation’s electric grid

Trump signs executive order for AI project called Genesis Mission to boost scientific discoveries
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Three vessels bound for US Gulf Coast terminals to load soybeans, sorghum for China

Two cargo vessels were headed for grain port terminals near New Orleans on Monday to load with the first U.S. soybean shipments to China since May, according to a

Three vessels bound for US Gulf Coast terminals to load soybeans, sorghum for China
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US business borrowing for equipment rises over 5% in October, ELFA says

U.S. companies borrowed 5.7% more to finance equipment purchases in October than a year earlier, showing little impact from the recent government shutdown, the Equipment Leasing and Finance

US business borrowing for equipment rises over 5% in October, ELFA says
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FAA to investigate airlines that did not comply with shutdown flight cuts

The Federal Aviation Administration will send investigative letters to airlines that did not comply with required flight cuts at

FAA to investigate airlines that did not comply with shutdown flight cuts
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Amazon to invest $15 billion in Indiana to boost data center infrastructure

Amazon.com is planning to invest about $15 billion in Northern Indiana to build data center campuses, the tech giant said as it looks to boost its cloud computing capacity to support

Amazon to invest $15 billion in Indiana to boost data center infrastructure
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Wall Street ends higher on tech rebound, rising rate cut bets

Wall Street stocks closed higher on Monday, extending Friday's rally as increased odds that the U.S.

Wall Street ends higher on tech rebound, rising rate cut bets
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Trump touts 'extremely strong' China relations after call with Xi

President Donald Trump touted relations with China as "extremely strong" on Monday following a call with Chinese leader Xi Jinping, who told Trump that

Trump touts 'extremely strong' China relations after call with Xi
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Stocks jump, US yields fall as Fed rate cut bets increase

Global stocks advanced for a second straight session on Monday as rising expectations for a December rate cut from the U.S.

Stocks jump, US yields fall as Fed rate cut bets increase
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Trader BB Energy parts with some Houston traders in major reorganization

Commodities trader BB Energy has laid off over a dozen people from its Houston office, and parted with some oil traders in a major

Trader BB Energy parts with some Houston traders in major reorganization
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Comcast to pay $1.5 million US fine after vendor data breach

Comcast will pay a $1.5 million fine after a vendor breach exposed personal data from 237,000 current and former customers, the Federal Communications Commission said on Monday.

Comcast to pay $1.5 million US fine after vendor data breach
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Early signs for Japan 2026 wages bolster case for near-term BOJ rate hike

Early signs on Japan's annual wage negotiations for next year point to another round of solid pay hikes despite profit pressure from U.S. tariffs,

Early signs for Japan 2026 wages bolster case for near-term BOJ rate hike
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Trump plans to propose extending Obamacare subsidies, report says

The White House is preparing a health-policy framework that would extend Affordable Care Act insurance premium subsidies for two years, Politico reported on Monday, a

Trump plans to propose extending Obamacare subsidies, report says
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Trump says he will visit Beijing in April and host China’s Xi for a state visit later next year

President Donald Trump says he will visit Beijing in April and host China’s President Xi Jinping for a state visit later next year

Trump says he will visit Beijing in April and host China’s Xi for a state visit later next year
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Another rally for Alphabet leads the US stock market higher

The U.S. stock market rallied

Another rally for Alphabet leads the US stock market higher
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Michigan football's sign-stealing fines will cost school over $30 million, athletic director says

Michigan athletic director Warde Manuel said the NCAA penalties stemming from the football program’s sign-stealing operation will cost more than $30 million

Michigan football's sign-stealing fines will cost school over $30 million, athletic director says
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Broadcast giant Sinclair makes bid to buy out EW Scripps for $7 per share

Sinclair has submitted a bid to buy out E

Broadcast giant Sinclair makes bid to buy out EW Scripps for $7 per share
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Disputed Gaza aid distributor backed by US and Israel ends operations

The Gaza Humanitarian Foundation, the U.S.- and Israeli-backed organisation to distribute aid in Gaza, said on Monday it was ending its operations after months of criticism over

Disputed Gaza aid distributor backed by US and Israel ends operations
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FERC grants five-year extension to Sempra's Cameron LNG project in Louisiana

The U.S.

FERC grants five-year extension to Sempra's Cameron LNG project in Louisiana
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Americans waiting for Obamacare subsidies delay or drop health insurance

Officials from several U.S. states say Americans relying on subsidies to afford Obamacare health insurance are holding off on enrolling as they face 2026 premium

Americans waiting for Obamacare subsidies delay or drop health insurance
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Oil prices settle up 1% on bets Fed will cut US rates and doubts about Ukraine peace

Oil prices climbed about 1% on Monday on increased bets of a U.S. interest rate cut in December and mounting doubts about whether Russia will get a peace deal

Oil prices settle up 1% on bets Fed will cut US rates and doubts about Ukraine peace
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US dollar slips as dovish Fed comments weigh; yen falls

The U.S. dollar dipped on Monday, as investors weighed dovish remarks from Federal Reserve officials that boosted expectations for a rate cut next month

US dollar slips as dovish Fed comments weigh; yen falls
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Controversial Gaza Humanitarian Foundation to close aid effort

Controversial Gaza Humanitarian Foundation to close aid effort

Controversial Gaza Humanitarian Foundation to close aid effort
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Tech companies tap debt markets to fund AI and cloud expansion

The world's largest technology companies are tapping debt markets, raising almost $100 billion through recent bond offerings, as they seek to bolster their artificial intelligence

Tech companies tap debt markets to fund AI and cloud expansion
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US BEA cancels advance third-quarter GDP estimate

The U.S.

US BEA cancels advance third-quarter GDP estimate
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Amazon pledges up to $50 billion to expand AI, supercomputing for US government

Amazon.com said on Monday it would invest up to $50 billion to expand AI and supercomputing capabilities for Amazon Web Services U.S. government customers, in one of the

Amazon pledges up to $50 billion to expand AI, supercomputing for US government
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Bank of Israel chief sees two more 25 bps rate cuts by Sept 2026

Bank of Israel Governor Amir Yaron said on Monday that economic conditions became appropriate for the first interest rate reduction in nearly two years but the pace of cuts is

Bank of Israel chief sees two more 25 bps rate cuts by Sept 2026
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Bank of Israel cuts rates for first time since January 2024, future cuts to be gradual

The Bank of Israel cut interest rates by a quarter-point on Monday, its first reduction in nearly two years, citing a moderation in inflation leading up to the

Bank of Israel cuts rates for first time since January 2024, future cuts to be gradual
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Weighing whether to divorce in 2026? Taking these steps now may lessen some money stress

Weighing whether to divorce in 2026? Taking these steps now may lessen some money stress

Weighing whether to divorce in 2026? Taking these steps now may lessen some money stress
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White House postpones expected unveiling of new health care cost proposal

White House postpones expected unveiling of new health care cost proposal

White House postpones expected unveiling of new health care cost proposal
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Stores keep prices down in a tough year for turkeys. Other Thanksgiving foods may cost more

Bird flu and another disease have shrunk the U.S. turkey population to a 40-year low this year

Stores keep prices down in a tough year for turkeys. Other Thanksgiving foods may cost more
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US lawmakers probe FAA grant delays over aircraft mechanic shortage before Thanksgiving

A U.S. government delay on funding a grant program risks worsening a shortage of aircraft mechanics at a time when the country's aging aviation

US lawmakers probe FAA grant delays over aircraft mechanic shortage before Thanksgiving
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Russia's largest lender sees economy cooling for another year

Russia's economy is seeing "continued cooling" with growth likely to remain at around 1% next year and business activity remaining weak for

Russia's largest lender sees economy cooling for another year
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Bank of Ghana weighs rate cut as inflation cools faster than expected

Ghana's central bank is considering another interest rate cut after inflation fell faster than anticipated, leaving real borrowing costs at elevated levels that could constrain the

Bank of Ghana weighs rate cut as inflation cools faster than expected
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Brazil central bank still uneasy on inflation outlook, governor says

Brazil's central bank remains dissatisfied with progress toward bringing inflation back to its target, its governor said on Monday, stressing that policymakers will maintain a data

Brazil central bank still uneasy on inflation outlook, governor says
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US government to shed 317,000 workers this year, Trump's HR chief says

The Trump administration will shed about 317,000 employees this year, its human resources chief said, a higher figure than previously estimated.

US government to shed 317,000 workers this year, Trump's HR chief says
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FTSE 100 edges down with consumer staples, industrials stocks dragging

London's FTSE 100 edged lower on Monday, as consumer staples and industrials stocks weighed, while investors awaited the British government's highly anticipated budget this week.

FTSE 100 edges down with consumer staples, industrials stocks dragging
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Trump touts 'very good' call with China's Xi

U.S.

Trump touts 'very good' call with China's Xi
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Tegna shares fall 5% after Trump criticizes lifting local TV ownership cap

Shares in Tegna fell 5.5% on Monday after President Donald Trump criticized a proposal to lift the current cap on local television station ownership, which is

Tegna shares fall 5% after Trump criticizes lifting local TV ownership cap
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Companies tone down price hike talk as tariff fog clears

Fewer global companies signaled price hikes in the third quarter, pointing to a change in tack as U.S. trade deals facilitate clearer

Companies tone down price hike talk as tariff fog clears
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US demands 'balanced' EU digital rules before it cuts steel tariffs

The United States on Monday demanded that the European Union make its regulation of the tech sector more "balanced" in exchange for a reduction of U.S. tariffs

US demands 'balanced' EU digital rules before it cuts steel tariffs
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US senators say Trump has failed to prevent Russian LNG from helping fund war in Ukraine

Four Democratic U.S. senators

US senators say Trump has failed to prevent Russian LNG from helping fund war in Ukraine
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If you were given a $2,000 tariff ‘rebate check,’ what would you do with the money?

If you were given a $2,000 tariff ‘rebate check,’ what would you do with the money?

If you were given a $2,000 tariff ‘rebate check,’ what would you do with the money?
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India's fiscal, monetary measures to boost investment and growth, RBI report says

The Indian government's domestic tax reductions and the Reserve Bank of India's interest rate cuts this year will help boost private investment and economic growth, the central bank

India's fiscal, monetary measures to boost investment and growth, RBI report says
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Fed's Waller says he met with Treasury Secretary 10 days ago about Fed chair position, Fox Business reports

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Fed's Waller says he met with Treasury Secretary 10 days ago about Fed chair position, Fox Business reports
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US banks report 13.5% jump in profits: FDIC

The U.S. banking industry saw its profits jump 13.5% to $79.3 billion in the third quarter of 2025, the Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation reported Monday.

US banks report 13.5% jump in profits: FDIC
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US Supreme Court declines bid to revive UBS whistleblower's jury award

The U.S.

US Supreme Court declines bid to revive UBS whistleblower's jury award
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Mexico's persistent core inflation fuels annual price rises in early November

Mexico's annual inflation rate stood above expectations at 3.61% in the first half of November, official data showed on Monday, affected by sticky core

Mexico's persistent core inflation fuels annual price rises in early November
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Trafigura's former top nickel trader denies he colluded on $600 million fraud

Trafigura's former head nickel trader denied allegations by Indian businessman Prateek Gupta on Monday in a London trial that he helped devise a $600 million fraud to

Trafigura's former top nickel trader denies he colluded on $600 million fraud
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Alphabet races toward $4 trillion valuation as AI-fueled gains accelerate

Alphabet closed in on a $4 trillion valuation on Monday, set to become only the fourth company to enter the exclusive club, as the Google parent rides an

Alphabet races toward $4 trillion valuation as AI-fueled gains accelerate
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Grindr ends talks on $3.46 billion take-private bid over financing uncertainty

Dating app Grindr said on Monday it has ended talks on a $3.46 billion take-private deal by its two largest shareholders, citing uncertainty over the deal's financing.

Grindr ends talks on $3.46 billion take-private bid over financing uncertainty
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European shares recover on US rate-cut optimism; Ukraine peace talks in focus

European shares ended higher on Monday, boosted by technology-focused stocks as risk sentiment improved on growing expectations of a U.S. interest rate

European shares recover on US rate-cut optimism; Ukraine peace talks in focus
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EU missing the boat on AI, jeopardising its future, Lagarde warns

Europe is jeopardising its own future by missing the boat on artificial intelligence and must quickly remove obstacles that prevent the diffusion of this new technology, European

EU missing the boat on AI, jeopardising its future, Lagarde warns
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Mastercard, L'Oreal launch joint business card for beauty salons in Latin America

Mastercard and L'Oreal are launching a joint business card for beauty salon operators in Latin America and the Caribbean, they said in a joint statement on Monday.

Mastercard, L'Oreal launch joint business card for beauty salons in Latin America