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China's fiscal stimulus is losing its effectiveness, S&P says
China's fiscal stimulus is losing its effectiveness and is more of a strategy to buy time for industrial and consumption policies, S&P Global Ratings said.CNBC - Business - China -
Asia Markets Fall After Israeli Strike on Iran
Stock markets in Asia fell while safe-haven assets such as U.S. Treasurys, the yen and the Swiss franc rose sharply after Israel launched a retaliatory strike against Iran early Friday.The Wall Street Journal - World - Israel -
Apple’s removal of WhatsApp in China reopens debate over user freedom
The removal of WhatsApp and Threads from Apple's China App Store puts this revenue stream at risk, as it may signal further restrictions on Meta's ability to capture advertising dollars from Chinese companies looking to expand globally.VentureBeat - Tech - China -
S&P Cuts Israel's Credit Ratings on Geopolitical Concerns
S&P Global Ratings lowered its long-term foreign and local currency sovereign credit ratings on Israel to A-plus from AA-minus, citing geopolitical risks.The Wall Street Journal - World - Israel -
S&P Cuts Israel Rating on Heightened Geopolitical Risk
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Israel downgraded by S&P Global just ahead of retaliatory attack on Iran
S&P dropped Israel’s sovereign credit rating by one notch to A+ from AA-, with the outlook negative, hours before signs of fresh tensions between that country and Iran.MarketWatch - Business - Iran -
R.F.K. Jr.’s Environmental Colleagues Urge Him to Drop Presidential Bid
Nearly 50 leaders and activists who worked with Mr. Kennedy at an environmental nonprofit group will run ads calling on him to “Honor our planet, drop out.”The New York Times - Top stories -
Murphy fires back at Trump Jr. on Mayorkas vote: 'Republicans are full of s‑‑‑'
Sen. Chris Murphy (D-Conn.) fired back at Donald Trump Jr. on Friday for calling out three Senate Democrats who voted to end the impeachment case against Homeland Security Secretary Alejandro Mayorkas. “Your Friday morning reminder that ...The Hill - Politics - Donald Trump -
RFK Jr.'s sister dismisses his candidacy: 'Let's talk about reality'
Kerry Kennedy is brushing off her brother, Robert F. Kennedy Jr.'s, independent presidential bid, arguing it is clear only President Biden or former President Trump will be able to secure the Oval Office in November. Kennedy was speaking with CNN ...The Hill - Politics -
U.S. measles cases reach 125 this year, topping 2022's large outbreaks
The CDC estimates the U.S. could reach 300 measles cases in 2024 — more than the recent peak two years ago.CBS News - Top stories -
Oil market shrugs off Israeli strikes on Iran
Brent spikes above $90 before dropping close to three-week low as Tehran plays down attacksFinancial Times - Business - Israel -
Trump’s $175mn bond should be invalidated, New York attorney-general says
Letitia James’s office says former president should have to post a new bond while he appeals against civil fraud judgmentFinancial Times - Business - New York -
Ex-Bernie Sanders Pollster Worried About RFK Jr.’s Appeal Among Crucial Voters
A Democrat warns that the independent could siphon crucial support from Biden.The New York Times - Top stories -
U.S. stocks ended mixed, with the S&P 500 and Nasdaq falling 0.2% and 0.5%, respectively, and the Dow eking out a gain of less than 0.1%. Treasury yields rose.
U.S. stocks ended mixed, with the S&P 500 and Nasdaq falling 0.2% and 0.5%, respectively, and the Dow eking out a gain of less than 0.1%. Treasury yields rose.The Wall Street Journal - World -
AP Week in Pictures: Asia
April 12-18, 2024 Shoppers are terrified after a lone assailant started stabbing people at a shopping mall in Sydney; people appreciate spring flowers like cherry and azalea blossoms in Tokyo; a King Sejong statue receives a spring cleaning in ...ABC News - World -
P&G Sales Boosted by Higher Prices Outside the U.S.
Higher prices for diapers and razors boosted sales and profits at Procter & Gamble in the latest quarter, but the maker of Pampers and Tide said it held the line on goods in the U.S.The Wall Street Journal - World -
Trump Media CEO Asks Nasdaq to Help Enforce Short-Selling Rules
Shares of Truth Social’s parent are up about 10% premarket, setting up another volatile session. Trump Media’s CEO asked for helping in preventing illegal naked short selling.The Wall Street Journal - World - Donald Trump -
WSJ Dollar Index Rises 0.3% This Week
The dollar was flat Friday but edged 0.3% higher on the week, marking a second-straight weekly gain.The Wall Street Journal - World -
China's Securities Regulator Eases Trading Rules With Hong Kong
China’s securities regulator released a series of measures to boost trading with Hong Kong, the country’s latest move to shore up investor confidence after recent stock-market volatility.The Wall Street Journal - World - China -
Health Care Roundup: Market Talk
Gain insight on cannabis legalization efforts in Florida, Intuitive Surgical, EssilorLux, and more in the latest Market Talks covering the Health Care sector.The Wall Street Journal - World -
The Week That English Soccer Crashed Back to Earth
For years, Premier League clubs have dominated European tournaments. This week, that run came to a spectacular end, leaving no English team in the Champions League or Europa League semifinals.The Wall Street Journal - World -
Si Lewen's Devastating 'Parade'
The Jewish artist’s 63-part series exploring the seductions and suffering of war, currently on view at James Cohan in a show curated by Art Spiegelman, draws on his time as a soldier in World War II, including witnessing the horror of Buchenwald.The Wall Street Journal - World -
'Liberty Equality Fashion' Review: Threads of Revolution
After surviving the Terror, a trio of aristocratic Parisian women cultivated a new style in their clothing. Fashionable Europe soon followed.The Wall Street Journal - World -
'Native Nations' Review: An Essential American History
Long before the arrival of Europeans in North America, indigenous communities built complex urban areas linked by diplomatic and trading networks.The Wall Street Journal - World -
'Sociopath' and 'Borderline' Review: Life on the Edge
Two books on personality disorders examine the cost both to sufferers and to those who come into contact with them.The Wall Street Journal - World -
'Ascent to Power' Review: Harry Truman's Moment
With little preparation after FDR’s death, Truman found himself leading the nation with World War II still to be won.The Wall Street Journal - World -
Basic Materials Roundup: Market Talk
Find insights on Press Metal Aluminium, Gold Road’s Gruyere gold mine, Whitehaven Coal and more in the latest Market Talks covering Basic Materials.The Wall Street Journal - World -
Warner Bros. Discovery CEO David Zaslav received pay last year valued at $49.7 million, a 27% increase from 2022 and more than three times as much as the $15.6 million median pay of S&P 500 CEOs disclosed through late March.
Warner Bros. Discovery CEO David Zaslav received pay last year valued at $49.7 million, a 27% increase from 2022 and more than three times as much as the $15.6 million median pay of S&P 500 CEOs disclosed through late March.The Wall Street Journal - World -
The Nasdaq fell 5.5% for the week, its worst such performance since 2022, while the S&P 500 dropped 3.1% and the Dow eked out a tiny gain. Oil prices climbed to $91 a barrel Friday after Israel's strike against Iran before retreating, closing up 0.2%.
The Nasdaq fell 5.5% for the week, its worst such performance since 2022, while the S&P 500 dropped 3.1% and the Dow eked out a tiny gain. Oil prices climbed to $91 a barrel Friday after Israel’s strike against Iran before retreating, closing up ...The Wall Street Journal - World -
Robert Kraft should be thanking Bill Belichick, not talking behind his back
Bill Belichick is not owed a coaching job, but the least he could ask for is the support of a guy he helped make richer and more famous.Yahoo Sports - Sports -
Pacific Northwest emerges as new Hispanic political hot spot
The Pacific Northwest is emerging as a staging ground for Latino political representation, as a trio of federal elected Latina officials from the region face their first reelection campaigns, with others potentially joining them in Congress. From ...The Hill - Politics -
Arizona St. QB Rashada to enter transfer portal
Jaden Rashada said in a message posted to social media that he is "seeking the best fit for my career."ESPN - Sports - Arizona -
UConn freshman star Castle enters NBA draft
After playing an immense part in a national championship run, UConn freshman guard Stephon Castle is entering the 2024 NBA draft, he told ESPN.ESPN - Sports - NBA -
Stewart to become 7th from Duke to enter portal
Duke forward Sean Stewart, a former top-20 recruit in the 2023 class, plans to enter the transfer portal, becoming the seventh Blue Devils player to transfer since the end of the season.ESPN - Sports -
LA Kings rally late, finish 3rd in the Pacific Division with a 5-4 overtime victory over Chicago
The Los Angeles Kings earned a playoff rematch with Edmonton by jumping into third place in the Pacific Division with a 5-4 overtime victory against the Chicago BlackhawksABC News - Sports -
This 'Shark Tank' Founder Restructured Her Business Thanks to Barbara Corcoran--Her 3 Big Takeaways
Barbara Corcoran made a deal with Angie Cella's hair bedazzling tool company Blinger--with one big condition.Inc. - Business -
Heat earn playoff rematch with C's 'the hard way'
Tyler Herro was an assist shy of a triple-double and the Heat earned the last spot in the Eastern Conference playoffs, running away from the Bulls 112-91 in a play-in tournament elimination game.ESPN - Sports -
Following another play-in loss, the Bulls seem stuck on the treadmill of mediocrity
Chicago's season ended in the play-in again, yet no big changes were made this year and none seem imminent.ESPN - Sports -
How Not to Invest in the Bond Market
Investors poured billions into long-term U.S. government funds last year. Right on cue, the market tanked—again.The Wall Street Journal - World -
Heat vs. Bulls: Prediction, TV channel, live stream, how to watch NBA Play-In Tournament online, odds, time
The Heat will be without Jimmy Butler and Terry Rozier for this must-win gameCBS Sports - Sports - NBA