Consumer confidence dented by stock-market worries and threat of Trump tariffs

The consumer-confidence index fell to a three-month low in December.

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French PM names new government, hoping to avoid another no-confidence vote

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Trump's 25% tariff could be an existential threat to Canada's recovering auto industry

There's growing concern that potential tariffs on Canadian imports to the U.S. could be an existential threat to the country's recovering automotive industry.
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US consumer confidence deteriorates in December over outlook concerns

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Consumer protection board sues Walmart and fintech firm over gig-worker driver pay access

The Consumer Financial Protection Bureau is suing Walmart and a financial technology firm, alleging they illegally forced drivers into using costly deposit accounts to receive their pay.
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Trump’s pick to lead Federal Railroad Administration a positive for railroad stocks: analyst

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Greenland again tells Trump it is not for sale

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BATMMAAN begins: These may be the dominant stocks for next year

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Stock market ‘Santa Claus rally’ might get a late start this year

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Are Insecure Consumers Crashing Your E-Commerce Revenue?

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Consumer confidence dented by stock-market worries and threat of Trump tariffs

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French PM names new government, hoping to avoid another no-confidence vote

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