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  • World shares mixed following Fed's decision to cut rates

    Shares are higher in Europe after a mixed session in Asia following the Federal Reserve's decision to cut its benchmark interest rate

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  • Bank of England holds rates as it awaits Brexit clarity

    The Bank of England has kept its main interest rate unchanged at 0.75% as rate-setters await developments on the Brexit front

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• Sep 19

  • Japan court: TEPCO execs not guilty of nuke crisis liability

    The ruling ended the only criminal trial related to the Fukushima disaster.

    Sep 19

• Sep 19

  • Japan central bank stands pat after Fed rate cut

    Japan's central bank has opted to keep its monetary policy unchanged despite growing signs of trouble that prompted the Federal Reserve to cut its...

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• Sep 19

  • Tonga in national holiday to bid farewell to leader Pohiva

    Tongans in national holiday to bid farewell, mourn leader Pohiva

    Sep 19

• Sep 19

  • Big money urges governments to tackle climate change

    A group of more than 500 major institutional investors is calling on governments to boost efforts to tackle climate change, ahead of a U.N. summit on...

    Sep 19

• Sep 19

  • Japanese court finds 3 former Tokyo Electric Power Co. executives not guilty of negligence in 2011 Fukushima meltdown

    Japanese court finds 3 former Tokyo Electric Power Co. executives not guilty of negligence in 2011 Fukushima meltdown

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• Sep 19

  • Asian shares mixed following Fed's decision to cut rates

    Shares are mixed in Asia, with Tokyo and Sydney logging moderate gains, after the Federal Reserve cut its benchmark interest rate for a second time...

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• Sep 18

  • The Latest: Union protesters arrested at Tennessee GM plant

    A United Auto Workers official says about seven to nine union picketers were arrested for blocking a roadway at a General Motors plant in Tennessee

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• Sep 18

  • A divided Fed reduces rates but may not cut again this year

    A divided Fed cuts its benchmark interest rate for a 2nd time but may not cut again this year

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  • Business Highlights

    Business Highlights

    Sep 18

• Sep 18

  • Oil price drops for 2nd day despite heightened Gulf tensions

    Oil prices continued to slide even as the Saudi military blamed Iran for recent attacks to critical oil infrastructure

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• Sep 18

  • How major US stock indexes fared Wednesday

    Major U.S. stock indexes closed mostly higher Wednesday after the Federal Reserve delivered an expected cut in interest rates

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  • Striking workers question whether UAW leaders can be trusted

    With corruption probe in the background, many striking UAW workers wonder whether union leaders can be trusted

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  • Markets Right Now: Stocks sink then recover after Fed cut

    Stocks are rebounding at the close of trading, led by banks and big tech names, after the Federal Reserve delivered an expected cut in interest rates.

    Sep 18

• Sep 18

  • Adobe and FedEx stumble while Lennar and CDW advance

    Adobe and FedEx stumble while Lennar and CDW advance

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• Sep 18

  • What the Fed's rate cut means for you

    The Fed has lowered its benchmark rate but impact on consumers may be muted

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• Sep 18

  • Google ads: effective, a little frustrating, businesses say

    Google's dominance of the online search and advertising markets has led to government antitrust investigation of the tech giant, but small businesses...

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  • Text of the Fed's statement after its meeting Wednesday

    The full text of the Federal Reserve's policy statement after its meeting Wednesday

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• Sep 18

  • The Latest: Powell says Fed facing "difficult judgments"

    The Latest: Powell says Federal Reserve facing "difficult judgments"

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  • FedEx shares tumbles after company lowers full-year outlook

    FedEx shares plunge on disappointing profit and a sharp cut in its forecast for full-year earnings

    Sep 18

• Sep 18

  • Health care, tech dominate Glassdoor's ranking of highest-paying jobs

    If you're looking for a new job, and to get rich, check out these industries.

    Sep 18

• Sep 18

  • Federal Reserve cuts key policy rate for 2nd time this year, with promise to "act as appropriate" to sustain expansion

    Federal Reserve cuts key policy rate for 2nd time this year, with promise to "act as appropriate" to sustain expansion

    Sep 18

• Sep 18

  • Madewell CEO Libby Wadle on the future of denim and retail

    Madewell CEO Libby Wadle knows how to stand up to the challenge.

    Sep 18

• Sep 18

  • Qatar Airways posts $639 million loss if latest fiscal year

    Qatar Airways reports a loss of $639 million (2.3 billion riyals) for its latest 12-month period as it continues to struggle with a boycott by...

    Sep 18

• Sep 18

  • GM no longer paying striking workers' health costs

    General Motors is no longer paying the health care costs for the tens of thousands of auto workers who went on strike on Monday, shifting the costs...

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• Sep 18

  • GM no longer paying for striking workers' health insurance

    Some benefits have been shifted to being covered by a union fund.

    Sep 18

• Sep 18

  • Small business digital marketing: DIY or outsource?

    Marketing and advertising on the internet are an integral part of running a small business, one many owners handle themselves

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• Sep 18

  • Residents seek backup power as storms, fires cause blackouts

    Dramatic weather frequently knocks out power, leading some residents of storm-ridden or fire-prone areas to seek backup power options for their homes

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  • US home building climbs 12.3% in August to 12-year high

    US home building climbs 12.3% in August to highest level since 2007

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• Sep 18

  • Slow progress reported in talks as GM strike enters 3rd day

    Union and company bargainers were making progress toward a new contract as a strike by United Auto Workers brought 33 General Motors factories to a...

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  • Surge in apartment construction lifts US home building 12.3% in August to highest level since June 2007

    Surge in apartment construction lifts US home building 12.3% in August to highest level since June 2007

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• Sep 18

  • Global stocks mixed after oil falls, Wall Street advances

    European stocks higher, Asia mixed after crude prices fall, Wall Street advances

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• Sep 18

  • UK envoy tips trade deal with Australia months after Brexit

    Britain's top trade envoy says she expects to strike a free trade deal with Australia within months after leaving the European Union

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• Sep 18

  • Cash-starved Air India putting crews on low-fat diet

    Cash-starved Air India is putting its crew on a diet, changing inflight menu to special low-fat meals

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• Sep 18

  • Japan exports sink on weaker trade with China, US

    Japan reports its exports fell 8% in August from a year earlier as trade tensions took a growing toll on demand across the region

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  • China releases stockpiled pork to cool price surge

    China releases stockpiled pork to cool price surge ahead of Oct. 1 celebration of Communist Party's 70th anniversary in power

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• Sep 18

  • South Korea confirms 2nd case of African swine fever

    South Korea has confirmed a second case of African swine fever near its border with North Korea, raising concerns that the outbreak could spread and...

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• Sep 17

  • FedEx profit falls, company cites uncertainty over trade

    FedEx's profit drops 11% as the company is hit by slowing global growth and loss of business with Amazon

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• Sep 17

  • House panel asks Boeing CEO to testify about grounded plane

    House committee wants Boeing CEO Muilenburg to testify next month about the grounded 737 Max

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• Sep 17

  • 168 Uber and Lyft drivers suspended for offenses, including felonies: Officials

    Two drivers were found to be convicted felons after the random checks.

    Sep 17

• Sep 17

  • Progress reported in contract talks between GM, union

    Contract talks between the United Auto Workers and General Motors showed some signs of progress as a strike by more than 49,000 employees extended...

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• Sep 17

  • How major US stock indexes fared Tuesday

    U.S. stock indexes ticked closer to record heights on Tuesday, as oil prices gave back nearly half their huge gains from a day earlier

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• Sep 17

  • Business Highlights

    Business Highlights

    Sep 17

• Sep 17

  • Facebook revamps efforts to combat hate, but experts say 'questions remain' on impact

    Facebook revealed new updates to fight hate speech and extremism online.

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• Sep 17

  • Chipotle, Cracker Barrel rise while Corning, SeaWorld fall

    Chipotle, Cracker Barrel rise while Corning, SeaWorld fall

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• Sep 17

  • Markets Right Now: Stocks notch small gains; oil falls

    Stocks are closing a lackluster session Tuesday with small gains as investors await a Federal Reserve decision on interest rates.

    Sep 17

• Sep 17

  • WeWork delays its IPO amid tepid investor interest

    Public debut for WeWork is put on hold as the company attempts to generate investor enthusiasm

    Sep 17

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  • Duke Energy plans to invest more in renewable power

    Duke Energy plans to invest heavily in renewable energy and natural gas powered plants to further reduce its carbon emissions by 2030

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  • Fed takes action to control short-term interest rates

    Fed takes action to control short-term interest rates

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