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Business - MarketWatch
Nano Dimension moves closer to closing Desktop Metal deal after shareholder vote
The proposed merger of 3-D printing companies Nano Dimension Ltd. and Desktop metal Inc. moved closer to completion on Thursday, after Desktop Metal shareholders voted to approve the deal.2 days ago -
Business - CNBC
Starbucks invests in two innovation farms to help climate-proof its coffee
The coffee giant buys 3% of the world's coffee supply, which has been pressured in recent years due to extreme weather.2 days ago -
Business - MarketWatch
U.S. economy speeds up as ISM survey hits 1 1/2-year high. Businesses aren’t gung-ho, though.
The service side of the economy grew in September at the fastest pace in a year and a half, a new survey found, signaling the U.S. is in no danger of recession.2 days ago -
Politics - The Hill
Google CEO eyeing electricity from nuclear plants for its data centers
Google CEO Sundar Pichai is considering using electricity from nuclear plants to power his company’s data centers, as the tech giant contends with the expansive energy demands of artificial ...2 days ago - Google -
Tech - ABC News
PFF adds an in-game grading feature to its NFL analysis
Pro Football Focus changed how many fans followed the NFL by providing grades and advanced statistics to help quantify how every player performed on a play-by-play basis from high-profile ...2 days ago - NFL -
World - ABC News
Poland's government will toughen a ban on alcohol sales to those under 18 years old
Poland’s government is introducing regulations that will toughen the ban on alcohol sale to those under 18 years old and prohibit the sale of alcohol at filling stations at night2 days ago -
Top stories - The New York Times
Our Housing Crisis Has Its Roots in the Financial Crisis
Well-meaning regulations and reforms intended to prevent another financial crisis has pushed millions of affordable homes out of the reach of everyday buyers and into the coffers of investors.2 days ago -
Business - CNBC
QVC to add USA Pickleball to its home shopping experience
QVC is becoming the exclusive broadcaster of USA Pickleball as the home shopping network owner looks to bulk up its streaming platform.2 days ago -
World - Financial Times
Is Kamala Harris having a breakthrough with voters on the economy?
Also in today’s newsletter, Trump races through Texas oil country in bid to raise cash2 days ago - Kamala Harris -
Tech - VentureBeat
Avarra raises $8M for AI-based avatar sales training
Avarra raised $8 million and it is launching its first AI-avatar-based enterprise app that uses AI avatars to train human salespeople.2 days ago -
Business - MarketWatch
Why Salesforce’s stock is getting more love from Wall Street analysts lately
Salesforce shares have lagged the S&P 500 this year but could be primed for bigger gains thanks to improved product positioning.2 days ago -
Business - MarketWatch
This shipping stock is ‘in an enviable position’ for a protracted port strike, says analyst
While a prolonged strike at East Coast and Gulf ports would spell bad news for the U.S. economy, it could provide a boost to shipping company Global Ship Lease Inc., according to Liam ...2 days ago -
Business - MarketWatch
Turns out, the stock market can succeed without the Magnificent Seven
For much of the past two years, market watchers have pondered whether the stock-market rally could survive without the Magnificent Seven.2 days ago -
Business - Inc.
This Chart Explains Why the Stock Market Looks Healthier Than It’s Been in Years
An unusually large number of individual stocks in the S&P 500 surged in the third quarter, signaling a robust bull market.2 days ago -
World - Financial Times
Upper Crust owner SSP blames Paris Olympics for slower Europe sales
Food chain group says region was ‘behind expectations’ after some tourists avoided the French capital2 days ago - Olympics -
World - Financial Times
How to fragment the global economy
The many ways in which the big blocs can make it hard to stay non-aligned2 days ago -
Business - MarketWatch
Warren Buffett’s bond sales signal he’s preparing to pick up Japanese stocks
Berkshire Hathaway has previously used yen-denominated bond sales to fund investments in the Japanese stock market2 days ago -
World - Financial Times
China’s WuXi explores sale of pharma units as US restrictions loom
Drugmakers have been targeted on national security grounds and could lose customers if Congress passes Biosecure Act2 days ago - China -
World - The New York Times
A Climate Fund Could Pay Billions to Protect Trees in Amazon and Beyond
Brazil is proposing a fund that would pay countries to protect tropical forests that are crucial to curbing climate change. It would generate returns, too.2 days ago - Climate -
World - The Wall Street Journal
CAC 40 Slips On French Government Proposal to Raise Taxes on Big Companies
France’s CAC 40 index was down 1.1% in early morning trading on the news of a government plan to raise taxes on large companies, share buybacks and individuals on high incomes.2 days ago -
World - The Guardian
The NHL is getting its own Drive to Survive. But could it backfire?
The NHL’s business is booming with docuseries on tap. But at what point does content become sport and not vice versa?. By many metrics, the NHL has a good story to tell. Amid the Stanley Cup final ...2 days ago -
World - Financial Times
Israel presses its military advantage
Iran launches missile attacks on Tel Aviv as Israel moves troops into Lebanon2 days ago - Israel -
Business - CNBC
Ford's third-quarter sales up 0.7% as GM overtakes it in EVs
Ford on Wednesday reported a 0.7% increase in third-quarter U.S. new vehicle sales, including a 12.2% increase in EVs compared to a year earlier.3 days ago -
Top stories - BBC News
Israel has vowed to punish Iran for its missile strikes. How?
Israel is set to retaliate for Iran's missile attack, while Tehran says it will hit back in turn if this happens.3 days ago - Iran