Global shares fall ahead of G7 summit, central bank meetings
Asian shares were lower Friday, as investors awaited the Group of Seven leaders' meeting, continuing into the weekend, and for European Central Bank and Federal Reserve meetings next week.
Tesla car using ‘Autopilot’ accelerated before fatal crash: officials
Officials said the Tesla vehicle’s driver, a 38-year-old man, did not have his hands on the steering wheel in the six seconds before the car slammed into a safety barrier.
How major US stock indexes fared Thursday
U.S. stocks were mixed Thursday as technology companies took their worst loss in six weeks, but energy companies rose with oil prices.
McDonald’s US turnaround plan may include layoffs
As the fast-food giant looks to turn around its U.S. business, the company is said to be preparing to cut domestic positions.
Markets Right Now: Stocks end mixed as the tech sector sags
The latest on developments in financial markets (all times local): 9:35 a.m.
Dow boosted by energy stocks, McDonald's
A rally in tech stocks fizzled, while energy shares lifted the Dow.
Global stocks higher as investor worries on Italy ease
Asian stock markets rose Thursday following a rally on Wall Street as remarks by a European Central Bank board member eased worries about the new Italian government's spending plans.
Banks jump as stocks post their fourth straight gain
U.S. stocks are mostly rising Wednesday morning as banks rise in tandem with interest rates.
Markets Right Now: US stocks rise, boosted by big banks
The latest on developments in financial markets (all times local): 9:40 a.m.
Dow surges 346 points as trade worries ease
The Nasdaq posted its third consecutive record-setting session.
Global stocks gain after Wall Street rise ahead of G7
Asian stock markets followed Wall Street higher Wednesday ahead of a meeting of major industrialized economies overshadowed by tension over U.S. steel tariffs.
Elon Musk to remain Tesla chairman after shareholder vote
The decision represented a major show of confidence in Musk, who has drawn criticism in recent months.
Starbucks shares sink as Howard Schultz exits
The outgoing Starbucks chairman is rumored to have political aspirations.
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Asian stocks gain after Wall Street rise ahead of G7 meeting
U.S. stocks are mostly higher early Tuesday after posting solid gains over the last two days.
How major US stock indexes fared Tuesday
U.S. stocks finished mostly higher Tuesday as weeks of pronounced up-and-down trading, much of it related to trade tensions, gave way to smaller moves.
The Rock’s latest Under Armour sneaker sold out in 30 minutes
The training shoe costs $120 and features a red, white and blue colorway in honor of U.S. servicemen and women.
Germany’s SAP sees silver lining in Trump’s trade skirmishes
The German company is benefiting from Trump’s tariff chaos.
Markets Right Now: US stocks are mostly lower at midday
The latest on developments in financial markets (all times local): 9:35 a.m.
Stocks flat, but Nasdaq hits another record
Apple and Microsoft were among the tech giants to hit record highs.














