Target hits on all cylinders in the fourth quarter
Strong online sales, traffic growth in newly remodeled stores and expanded delivery options pushed target beyond most expectations in the crucial fourth quarter, when retailers ring up holiday sales.
US stock indexes waver in late-afternoon trading
U.S. stocks are edging mostly lower in early trading on Wall Street Tuesday as losses for banks and big technology companies offset gains elsewhere in the market.
Michigan's proposed fuel tax hike would make it highest in US
The state's Democratic governor released the proposal as part of her fiscal 2020 budget blueprint.
US budget deficit up 77 percent so far this budget year
The federal government recorded a budget surplus in January.
Greek bond sale marks milestone in nation's recovery
Greek officials say the country has launched its first 10-year bond auction since 2010, as it seeks to gradually regain the confidence of international investors and wean itself off bailout funds.
Legendary economist on biggest socialism myth
The Stanford University scholar said socialism fails any empirical test.
China sets robust growth target to shore up cooling economy
China's government has trimmed this year's economic growth target to a relatively robust 6 to 6.5 percent amid a tariff battle with Washington and a slowdown in global growth.
California's failed bullet train: 100 billion reasons to return taxpayer money
The Trump administration made the right call. Not one additional red cent of federal taxpayer money should go towards this liberal pipe dream.
Audi recalls nearly 75,000 vehicles due to fire risk
Volkswagen's Audi luxury brand is recalling nearly 75,000 cars and SUVs in the U.S. because fuel leaks in the engine could cause fires.
Stockpiling spreads in UK economy ahead of Brexit
A series of surveys indicate that the British economy held up in February in the face of Brexit uncertainties but that much of the growth was due to firms and consumers stockpiling in case the country crashes out of the European Union with no deal.
The Latest: Bank chief updates outlook for UK post-Brexit
The Latest on Britain's scheduled departure from the European Union (all times local): 10:40 a.m.
Socialism vs. capitalism: Income inequality can be a good thing, former Bain Capital director says
Capitalists and socialists want the same thing from talent, said Ed Conard.
Tax reform gives stock market growth spurt legs: EY CEO
Corporate tax reform has a very long runway before its benefits hit the U.S. economy.
Fed's Kaplan says US corporate debt a reason for rate hike pause
The Fed in January put three years of rate hikes on hold, citing weakening global growth and an expectation for slower U.S. growth ahead.
Stocks slightly down on retail earnings, strong economic data
Target started a busy week for retailers' earnings with a better-than-expected fourth-quarter report.
'Bond King' Bill Gross says Trump isn’t to blame for Fed’s patience on interest rate hikes
Wall Street’s “Bond King” Bill Gross says President Trump isn’t to blame for the Federal Reserve’s hawkish stance on its monetary policy.
UAE non-oil companies cutting jobs at fastest rate in decade
A prominent Dubai bank is warning that non-oil companies across the United Arab Emirates have cut staff at their sharpest rate in nearly a decade amid an economic slowdown.
Manufacturer optimism high despite concerns over health care costs, trade
The industry also remains concerned over global trade tensions and higher raw material costs due to Trump's tariffs.
World shares mixed as China indicates support for economy
Shares were mixed in Asia on Tuesday after an overnight sell-off on Wall Street.
US ends preferential trade deals with India, Turkey
Turkey and India reacted with a mix of anger and resignation Tuesday at the United States' decision to end a preferential trade program with the countries that will see some tariffs return on goods.


















