United Airlines raises spending requirements to earn frequent flyer status

United Airlines customers will have to spend and fly more to earn elite benefits next year.

Business - CNBC - 4 hours ago

United Airlines raises spending requirements to earn frequent flyer status

United Airlines customers will have to spend more to reach frequent flyer status next year, the latest move by the carrier to increase profits and give an exclusive feel to the increasingly crowded ...

Tax on Europe’s frequent flyers could raise €64bn a year – study

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World - The Guardian - October 17

United shares hit pre-pandemic high after airline forecasts strong finish to 2024, plans buyback

United Airlines said it authorized a $1.5 billion share buyback, its first share repurchase since before the Covid-19 pandemic.

Business - CNBC - October 16

Airlines now required to provide automatic refunds for canceled, significantly delayed flights

U.S. airlines are now required to give passengers an automatic refund for canceled or significantly delayed flights and for services that were paid for but not provided, like Wi-Fi or ...

Politics - The Hill - Yesterday

Airline Rule Requiring Automatic Refunds for Significant Flight Disruptions Goes Into Effect

The Transportation Department’s new rule also sets the definition for what constitutes a “significant” delay in air travel.

Business - The New York Times - Yesterday

Airlines bet on food and art to lure flyers back to ageing premium cabins

New perks offered while better planes and seats remain grounded from supply chain disruptions

World - Financial Times - October 19

United Airlines sheds unprofitable capacity in better-than-expected quarter

Revenue from basic economy seats shot up 20% at United.

Business - MarketWatch - October 16

How United is trying to overtake Delta as the world's most profitable airline

United Airlines has been trying to expand its profits by investing heavily in roomier seats and growing a network that will excite high-spending travelers.

Business - CNBC - 2 days ago

United Airlines Makes MileagePlus Loyalty Perks Harder to Get

Carriers have increased requirements for passengers to improve their standing in programs in recent years.

Business - The Wall Street Journal - Yesterday

Pfizer’s earnings crush estimates as company raises guidance

Drug company Pfizer saw strong growth for its heart-disease drugs and migraine treatment.

Business - MarketWatch - Yesterday

UK Budget as it happened: Rachel Reeves raises tax, spending and borrowing

Taxes rise as chancellor delivers the first Labour budget since 2010

Business - Financial Times - 15 hours ago

Meta sees AI spending accelerating as earnings top forecasts

Mark Zuckerberg cites the potential for ‘strong’ returns in coming years on heavy investments in new technology

Business - Financial Times - 3 hours ago

Meta Earnings Show Revenue Increase, Even as Spending Spree Continues

The Silicon Valley company, which owns Facebook, Instagram and WhatsApp, said it does not plan to slow down its investments anytime soon.

Business - The New York Times - 2 hours ago

Biogen’s stock hit by soft sales of Alzheimer’s treatment

“We continue to see momentum with ongoing product launches and we are increasingly excited about the potential of our pipeline,” the company’s CEO said.

Business - MarketWatch - 8 hours ago

Russia's central bank raises interest rate to 21% to fight inflation boosted by military spending

Russia’s central bank has raised its key interest rate by two percentage points to a record-high 21% in an effort to combat growing inflation

World - ABC News - 5 days ago

Autumn budget live: Rachel Reeves raises taxes by £40bn and increases spending on NHS and schools

Chancellor announces changes to employers’ national insurance contributions, inheritance tax, capital gains tax and other duties. Budget 2024: key points at a glance Full report: Reeves raises ...

World - The Guardian - 5 hours ago

Apple, Meta and Amazon must show the stock market that AI spending is paying off

Big-tech bellwethers facing scrutiny on whether they are meeting competitive challenges.

Business - MarketWatch - 3 hours ago

UBS has just lowered earnings estimates — and raised its S&P 500 target

UBS on Tuesday issued an unusual pairing, reducing its estimates for earnings growth while at the same time lifting its S&P 500 target for this year and next.

Business - MarketWatch - October 15

Abbott Labs beats Q3 sales and earnings expectations, raises full-year outlook

Abbott Laboratories on Wednesday reported better-than-expected third-quarter earnings and sales, boosted by strength in the company’s medical-devices business.

Business - MarketWatch - October 16

We're raising our Morgan Stanley price target after a post-earnings stock surge to record highs

Morgan Stanley's third-quarter beat on the top and bottom lines, with strength seen across the board.

Business - CNBC - October 16

GM stock has best day since 2020 after automaker tops Wall Street's third-quarter expectations, raises guidance

GM's quarterly report comes just two weeks after an investor day in which the company indicated its earnings strength is expected to continue into next year.

Business - CNBC - October 22

Carvana raises 2024 earnings guidance after topping Wall Street's Q3 expectations

Carvana said its adjusted EBITDA would be "significantly above the high end" of its previous target of $1 billion to $1.2 billion.

Business - CNBC - 2 hours ago

Charles Leclerc has earned Ferrari its 1st United States Grand Prix victory since 2018

Sports - ABC News - October 20

Yankees vs Dodgers: The World Series' most frequent rivalry through the years

In the beginning, the World Series matchup of the Dodgers against the Yankees was a kind of charming intra-city showdown of two New York City boroughs, blue collar Brooklyn, equipped with a ...

Sports - ABC News - 5 days ago

Labour’s promise of change requires a clearer message

Starmer’s government must learn from leaders who transformed Britain: Attlee, Blair and, yes, Thatcher

World - Financial Times - October 18

Uber’s drive for ‘super app’ status

The ride-hailing app is exploring a takeover of Expedia, which would be its biggest deal yet

World - Financial Times - October 21

Daniels status uncertain for Williams showdown

Commanders QB Jayden Daniels did not practice Wednesday, but the rookie's status for Sunday's game against the Bears remains uncertain.

Sports - ESPN - October 23

Intriguing Flyers Prospect Having Great Start

This Philadelphia Flyers prospect is off to a good start with the Lehigh Valley Phantoms.

Sports - Yahoo Sports - October 13

Important Philadelphia Flyers Winger Misses Practice

This Philadelphia Flyers forward did not participate in the club's latest practice.

Sports - Yahoo Sports - October 15

Former Flyers Tough Guy Placed On Waivers

This former Philadelphia Flyers winger has been placed on waivers.

Sports - Yahoo Sports - October 16

Three Takeaways From Flyers Loss vs. Kraken

The Philadelphia Flyers ended their four-game season-opening road trip on Thursday against the Seattle Kraken, where goals from Scott Laughton, Cam York, and Jamie Drysdale weren't enough to save ...

Sports - Yahoo Sports - October 18

Flyers Could Be Good Trade Partner For Flames

With the Calgary Flames reportedly looking for a center, the Philadelphia Flyers could make sense as a trading partner.

Sports - Yahoo Sports - October 20

Who's Stepping Up & Who's Falling Short For The Flyers

The Philadelphia Flyers have faced a challenging start to the 2024-25 NHL season, marked by a disappointing four-game losing streak, which includes a shutout loss in their home opener against the ...

Sports - Yahoo Sports - October 20

Ex-Flyers Goalie Already Thriving With Maple Leafs

This former Philadelphia Flyers goalie is off to a strong start with the Toronto Maple Leafs.

Sports - Yahoo Sports - October 21

Flyers Send Prospect Defender Down To AHL

The Philadelphia Flyers have re-assigned this defender to the AHL.

Sports - Yahoo Sports - October 21

Early Struggles Make Egor Zamula Liability For Flyers

Touted as a promising young blueliner with some good size and puck-moving ability, Egor Zamula has struggled to find his footing, becoming more of a liability than an asset for a Flyers team ...

Sports - Yahoo Sports - 6 days ago

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