Carlsberg Misses Sales Expectations on Weak Consumer Backdrop

U.S. economy grew 2.8% last quarter, powered by consumer spending

Consumer confidence soared in October, signaling that Americans may continue to open their wallets.

Here’s Why U.S. Consumer Confidence is Climbing Ahead of Election Day

The Conference Board’s monthly report says its index notched the largest gain since March 2021.

Business - Inc. - Yesterday

US GDP rose at a 2.8% rate in third quarter on strong consumer spending

Final reading before presidential election was shy of expectations, but shows biggest economy is in robust health

Business - Financial Times - Yesterday

DoorDash keeps investing in expansion, as more consumers use platform in third quarter

DoorDash Inc. on Wednesday reported third-quarter results and a fourth-quarter demand outlook that topped expectations, as the company continues to invest in expansion and improving service.

Business - MarketWatch - 21 hours ago

Regulator Sues Singtel's Optus Over Alleged Misconduct Involving Vulnerable Consumers

Australia’s competition watchdog has filed proceedings against Singtel’s subsidiary, Optus Mobile, alleging what it called “unconscionable” conduct in dealings with some consumers.

Business - The Wall Street Journal - 14 hours ago

Uber shares slide on slowing bookings growth

Forecast for customer spending on ride-hailing app fell slightly short of Wall Street’s estimates

Business - Financial Times - 5 hours ago

Norwegian Cruise Line seeing strong demand, as consumers show ‘health and confidence’

Norwegian Cruise Line’s stock rallies toward a three-year high after an “impressive” quarterly performance and amid continued “robust” demand.

Business - MarketWatch - 6 hours ago

Western consumer groups unconvinced by China’s economic stimulus efforts

Falling sales for luxury, beauty and beer companies fuel doubts about Beijing’s attempts to boost confidence

World - Financial Times - 3 hours ago

Western consumer groups unconvinced by China’s economic stimulus efforts

Falling sales for luxury, beauty and beer companies fuel doubts about Beijing’s attempts to boost confidence

Business - Financial Times - 3 hours ago

Corporate Germany is on sale

German companies have become relatively small and relatively cheap

World - Financial Times - October 18

Body found in major police search for missing mother

Police searching for Victoria Taylor say they have found a body in the River Derwent.

PayPal shares fall on revenue miss, soft guidance

PayPal reported better-than-expected third-quarter earnings on Tuesday, but revenue came in slightly below expectations.

Business - CNBC - 2 days ago

Microsoft Cloud revenue rises on AI boom but softer outlook weighs on shares

Warnings of slowing Azure growth and rising data centre costs damp initial optimism on tech giant’s quarterly earnings

Business - Financial Times - 8 hours ago

Mattel Lowers Sales Outlook After Barbie Sales Weigh

The toy company’s profit, however, is holding up due to stronger margins, helped by factors such as cost cuts, supply-chain improvements and lower input costs.

Business - The Wall Street Journal - October 23

How to Turn a Sales Blunder Into a Win

With two decades in sales behind him, Pushly CEO Brendan Ripp has plenty of advice.

Business - Inc. - October 14

Starbucks Shares Drop After Dismal Preliminary Quarterly Earnings

“We need to fundamentally change our strategy,” the coffee giant’s new chief executive said.

Business - The New York Times - October 23

Roche Increases Dividend on Higher Sales

Roche said it would increase its dividend after its hemophilia injection Hemlibra and multiple sclerosis treatment Ocrevus lifted sales in the first nine months of the year.

Business - The Wall Street Journal - October 23

Don’t Overlook This Sales-Growth Superpower

Inc.’s editor-in-chief reveals the channel that powers many of the fastest-growing companies in America.

Business - Inc. - 6 days ago

Boeing Explores Sale of Space Business

New CEO seeks buyers for Starliner and other NASA projects in quest to rescue manufacturer.

Business - The Wall Street Journal - 6 days ago

Trump takes swipe at 'weak and soft' Fox News over upcoming Harris interview

Former President Trump seemingly mocked Fox News Monday evening, after the network announced that Vice President Harris agreed to sit for an interview, calling the outlet "weak and soft." "Lyin’ ...

Politics - The Hill - October 15

'You can't show weakness' - why African leaders maintain secrecy around their health

There is a long history of African leaders hiding or lying about their health to keep rivals at bay.

‘We look strong but inside I feel weak’: Ukraine rugby league’s heavy burden

Despite being bombed, the national players are a source of pride as they travel to France for World Cup qualifiers. By Gavin Willacy for No Helmets Required . A little over two weeks ago, Vitalii ...

World - The Guardian - October 22

There are still banks prone to the runs that brought down SVB and Credit Suisse, regulators warn

The Financial Stability Board, an international body of global regulators, delved into the issues that brought about the collapse of Credit Suisse, the failure of SVB, Signature and First Republic, ...

Business - MarketWatch - October 23

Crocs’ stock tumbles 18% as earnings beat is offset by continued weakness at HeyDude brand

Crocs Inc.’s stock tumbled 16% Tuesday after the casual-footwear company’s better-than-expected third-quarter earnings were derailed by continued weakness at its HeyDude brand and a warning that it ...

Business - MarketWatch - 2 days ago

While Europe frets, India expects

European foreboding about peace and stability in the world finds little echo in New Delhi

Business - Financial Times - October 14

Casabrews 5700PRO Review: Exceeding Expectations

This all-in-one espresso machine delivers on quality with minimal fuss.

Tech - Wired - October 16

Inheritance tax increases expected in Budget

It is not known how many people are likely to end up paying more under the government's plan.

WPP Returns to Growth, Beating Expectations

WPP reported a surprise rise in organic revenue for the third quarter, returning to growth after declines in previous quarters, as it benefited from higher spending among its bigger clients and a ...

Business - The Wall Street Journal - October 23

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U.S. economy grew 2.8% last quarter, powered by consumer spending

Here’s Why U.S. Consumer Confidence is Climbing Ahead of Election Day

US GDP rose at a 2.8% rate in third quarter on strong consumer spending

DoorDash keeps investing in expansion, as more consumers use platform in third quarter

Regulator Sues Singtel's Optus Over Alleged Misconduct Involving Vulnerable Consumers

Uber shares slide on slowing bookings growth

Norwegian Cruise Line seeing strong demand, as consumers show ‘health and confidence’

Western consumer groups unconvinced by China’s economic stimulus efforts

Western consumer groups unconvinced by China’s economic stimulus efforts

Corporate Germany is on sale

Body found in major police search for missing mother

PayPal shares fall on revenue miss, soft guidance

Microsoft Cloud revenue rises on AI boom but softer outlook weighs on shares

Mattel Lowers Sales Outlook After Barbie Sales Weigh

How to Turn a Sales Blunder Into a Win

Starbucks Shares Drop After Dismal Preliminary Quarterly Earnings

Roche Increases Dividend on Higher Sales

Don’t Overlook This Sales-Growth Superpower

Boeing Explores Sale of Space Business

Trump takes swipe at 'weak and soft' Fox News over upcoming Harris interview

'You can't show weakness' - why African leaders maintain secrecy around their health

‘We look strong but inside I feel weak’: Ukraine rugby league’s heavy burden

There are still banks prone to the runs that brought down SVB and Credit Suisse, regulators warn

Crocs’ stock tumbles 18% as earnings beat is offset by continued weakness at HeyDude brand

While Europe frets, India expects

Casabrews 5700PRO Review: Exceeding Expectations

Inheritance tax increases expected in Budget

WPP Returns to Growth, Beating Expectations

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