Powell credits strong US economy to Fed policies
Federal Reserve chair Jerome Powell said he’s “very happy” about the state of the U.S. economy.
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California utility shares rise as regulator calms investors
Shares of Pacific Gas & Electric Co. soared Friday after California's top utility regulator said his agency will help the company deal with potentially crippling liability costs from wildfires.
Health care, energy companies power US stock market higher
A late afternoon wave of buying moved U.S. stocks higher Thursday.
Markets Right Now: Late buying wave sends US stocks higher
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Hong Kong starts trial for 9 accused in 2014 Occupy protests
Three leaders of Hong Kong's 2014 pro-democracy protests and six others are being tried for their involvement in the "Occupy Central" movement that paralyzed the city's financial district for more than two months.
Asian shares mostly up cheered by Wall Street buying spree
Asian shares were mostly higher Monday after a buying spree on Wall Street kept up investor optimism into a new week, despite continuing worries about trade tensions.
Japan's exports recover but reports trade deficit in October
Japan is reporting a trade deficit in October but is seeing a recovery in exports after getting slammed by natural disasters in September.
Shareholders support major Australian media merger
Shareholders have given final approval to the merger of television network Nine Entertainment and newspaper publisher Fairfax Media into an Australian media giant to be known only as Nine despite one shareholder's late bid to stop the deal.
ETFs
Vegan investing benefiting the environment?
Beyond Fund Advisors CIO Larry Abele on the vegan ETF that avoids investing in vegan-unfriendly stocks.
What to do when a fund in your portfolio closes
The past decade has seen an explosion in new exchange-traded funds.
China tariffs a minor market headwind?
Pacer ETFs President Sean O’Hara on the state of the markets and the potential impact of U.S. trade tensions with China.
Macron, Merkel seek common approaches to Trump, euro
French President Emmanuel Macron and German Chancellor Angela Merkel, both limping in the polls, are looking for common approaches to Donald Trump and fixing the flaws in the euro currency.
'Fantastic Beasts' flies to top of weekend box office
"Fantastic Beasts: The Crimes of Grindelwald" worked its magic at the weekend box office and opened as the top film.
Earnings
'Mission Impossible' powers Viacom results beat
Viacom said worldwide affiliate revenue was $1.19 billion, beating estimates of $1.17 billion, according to data from Refinitiv.
Nordstrom's guidance undercuts Q3 numbers, stock slides
Shares of Nordstrom Inc. slid in after-hours trading Thursday after the department store retailer issued weak guidance for the full year.
Walmart flexes its muscle against Amazon
Walmart is reporting surging online sales, strong performances at established stores, and it's raising profit expectations for the year heading into the holiday shopping season.
Average US price of gas drops 12 cents per gallon to $2.72
The average U.S. price of regular-grade gasoline has dropped 12 cents a gallon over the past two weeks, to $2.72.
Turkey warns ExxonMobil against drilling with Greek Cypriots
Turkey's Foreign Ministry has cautioned an international energy company against cooperating with the government of Cyprus in its search for gas.
The Market is Shaky At Best
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Why a salmonella outbreak shouldn't ruin your Thanksgiving
Health officials say there's no reason to skip Thanksgiving dinner because of a salmonella outbreak linked to raw turkey.
Watch geeks drive booming trade in preowned pieces
A thriving trade in preowned luxury watches is overshadowing sales of new time pieces, fueled by internet buzz and a proliferation of dedicated retailers who pull in millions of dollars a year.
A Communication Guide for the Market Downturn
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Union: Workers ratify contract, end Boston hotel strike
A labor union says a 45-day strike by Marriott hotel workers in Boston is over after workers ratified a new contract agreement.
Time to get a watch? What to know about buying preowned
Luxury watches have long been a symbol of the wealthy.
Understanding Hedge Fund Replication
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The Latest: Macron addresses Germany's parliament
The Latest on the French president's visit to Germany (all times local): 1 p.m. French President Emmanuel Macron has taken part in a wreath-laying ceremony at Germany's memorial to the victims of war and dictatorship.
The Latest: Labour leader: New EU vote 'not for today'
The Latest on Brexit negotiations (all times local): 11:45 a.m. Britain's besieged Prime Minister Theresa May is warning that a leadership change wouldn't make Brexit negotiations easier, as opponents in her Conservative Party threaten to unseat her.
UK leader warns ousting her won't make Brexit talks easier
Britain's former Brexit secretary has slammed Prime Minister Theresa May for lacking political will and resolve when dealing with the European Union over Brexit negotiations.
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