Caterpillar posts record 1Q profits amid fears of global economic slowdown
The international manufacturer reported first quarter profits of $1.9 billion, or $3.25 per share.
It's not the economy right now for voters: Here's why
Why isn't the economy top of mind for voters right now?
World stocks subdued as Wall Street eyes new record highs
Shares were mixed in Europe and Asia on Wednesday after the S&P 500's all-time record high close a day earlier failed to spark buying enthusiasm overseas.
Iranian leaders defiant in face of Trump's move on sanctions
Iranian leaders are defiant in the wake of President Donald Trump's decision to impose sanctions on countries that import Iranian oil, vowing to respond to America's move.
Joe Biden's views on taxes, billionaires and the economy
Biden could serve as a more moderate choice amid a growing group of Democratic contenders.
German business outlook darkens amid trade slowdown
An index of German business optimism fell in April as Europe's largest economy struggles with a slowdown in trade but is supported by a strong labor market.
Asian markets lower after S&P 500, Nasdaq hit record highs
Shares were mostly lower in Asia on Wednesday as the rally on Wall Street, where the S&P 500 logged an all-time record high close, ran out of steam.
White House announces more trade talks with China
The White House says a U.S. delegation will travel to Beijing next week to continue trade negotiations, and a Chinese delegation will return to Washington for additional talks starting May 8. President Donald Trump has slapped tariffs on $250 billion in Chinese imports in a dispute over Beijing's aggressive drive to challenge U.S. technological dominance.
S&P 500, Nasdaq close at record highs as earnings roll in
Stocks moved broadly higher in early trading Tuesday as companies started to report their latest financial results in force.
US expands probe into air bag failures to 12.3M vehicles
U.S. auto safety regulators have expanded an investigation into malfunctioning air bag controls to include 12.3 million vehicles because the bags may not inflate in a crash.
Oil prices climb in wake of Iranian oil sanctions decision
Global oil prices are climbing in the wake of the U.S. move to impose sanctions on countries that buy Iranian oil.
Business Highlights
___ Back to the same record, but it's a different stock market NEW YORK (AP) — The stock market went on a harrowing round trip the last seven months, but it may be in a healthier place after it.
Ex-GE engineer charged with stealing trade secrets for China
Federal prosecutors say a former General Electric engineer and his business partner in China stole the company's trade secrets from a New York plant for the Chinese government.
Elizabeth Warren’s free college plan is highly irresponsible: Ben Stein
Economist Ben says Elizabeth Warren’s numbers simply don't add up and that the plan won't be just a one-time payment.
Back to the same record, but it's a different stock market
Stock investors had to go on a harrowing round trip over the last seven months, but the market may be in a healthier place after it.
Markets Right Now: S&P 500, Nasdaq close at record highs
The latest on developments in financial markets (all times local): 9:35 a.m.
Florida, Nevada, Texas hot spots for Americans looking to save money on taxes
The number of high-tax states residents moving to Florida, Nevada and Texas is continuing to climb, according to a mother-daughter real estate team.
Gas prices to jump over $3 in red states this summer, oil expert says
Crude oil prices rose after the Trump administration said it would stop issuing waivers to countries that import from Iran.
Stocks close at all time high; oil at 6 month high
Stocks edge higher after good results from Coca Cola and other heavyweights.
Sales of new US homes rose 4.5% in March; strongest pace since November 2017 as market recovers from last year's slump
Sales of new US homes rose 4.5% in March; strongest pace since November 2017 as market recovers from last year's slump.












