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Consumer sentiment climbs to 5-month high as election looms
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Consumer sentiment improves for third straight month, as expectations for the economy brighten
The second and final reading of the University of Michigan’s consumer-sentiment index in September rose to 70.1 — the highest level in five months — from a preliminary reading of 69 released ...2 hours ago -
Financial Times - Business
US consumer sentiment hits highest level since April
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Crunchtime for Election Interference: October Is the Month of Mischief
U.S. officials are stepping up their warnings about foreign interference in the election, focused on three main adversaries: Russia, China and Iran.20 hours ago -
CNBC - Business
Alibaba, Tencent rally as Beijing stimulus plans push China's tech stocks to 13-month high
Chinese tech stocks including majors like Alibaba and Tencent rallied this week, pushing them to highs not seen in more than a year.8 hours ago - China -
BBC News - Top stories
Martial arts coach, 19, dies in mountain climb fall
Phil Zhu was visiting Snowdonia with his two younger brothers when he slipped on rocks.4 hours ago -
The New York Times - Business
As Strike Looms, Port Operators Ask Regulator to Force Dockworkers to Negotiate
The group that represents port terminal operators said the International Longshoremen’s Association was refusing to negotiate a new contract before a Monday deadline.20 hours ago -
Financial Times - Business
China’s bumper stimulus leaves consumers wanting more
Struggling homeowners highlight Beijing’s challenge in reigniting consumer confidence11 hours ago - China -
CBS News - Top stories
Here's how a port strike could impact what you buy as deadline for a deal looms
At least 25,000 dockworkers at East and Gulf Coast ports could walk off the job next week, impacting about half of the country's imports and possibly sending prices higher for consumers. ...3 hours ago
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