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Dow, Russell 2000 hit new records as investors cheer Trump's Treasury pick

A broad stock rally pushed the Dow Jones Industrial Average, S&P 500 and small-cap focused Russell 2000 index to new records on Monday.

Top trader Vitol eyeing metals market as global oil demand set to peak in 10 years, CEO signals

In contrast to the eventual decline of the crude industry, metals business is going to witness a "great deal of growth," CEO Russell Hardy said.

Business - CNBC - November 8

Peak Jokic, Westbrook’s revival, the undefeated Cavaliers & NBA injury madness | Kevin O'Connor Show

Kevin O'Connor is joined by Adam Mares to break down the biggest storylines from around the NBA, including Nikola Jokic's early bid for another MVP, Luka Doncic's struggles with the Dallas ...

Sports - Yahoo Sports - November 12

Merger activity is down 40% from its peak. Citigroup CEO Jane Fraser sees a ‘big unlock’ ahead.

The future could see more megamergers, middle-market deals and initial public offerings.

Business - MarketWatch - November 13

Thanksgiving air travel peaks; Senate finds 5 U.S. airlines made billions from junk fees

Tuesday is expected to be the busiest day at the airports for those doing Thanksgiving travel this week. Meanwhile, on Capitol Hill, a newly released Senate report shows a number of U.S. airlines ...

US bans flights to Haiti after three planes struck by gunfire

Violence escalates as new interim prime minister is sworn in

World - Financial Times - November 12

Kylie Jenner’s vodka seltzer deal signals China VC investor’s global push

Neil Shen’s HongShan has struggled to invest its $9bn cash pile in a weak domestic market and tough US controls

World - Financial Times - 14 hours ago

What’s wrong with Britain’s economy? With Sam Bowman

Is the UK failing to build for its future?

World - Financial Times - 10 hours ago

Nissan seeks anchor investor to help it through make-or-break 12 months

Carmaker looks for steady shareholder as longtime partner Renault sells down its holding

World - Financial Times - 2 days ago

UK borrowing costs hit highest level this year as gilt sell-off intensifies

Bond markets unnerved by scale of extra borrowing in chancellor Rachel Reeves’ Budget

Business - Financial Times - October 31

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 - October 31

Trump hits three battleground states

Former President Donald Trump held campaign events in Pennsylvania, North Carolina and Georgia on Sunday. Nikole Killion reports.

Trump and Harris make final push to break US election deadlock

Presidential candidates descend on Pennsylvania as polls in most crucial swing state show a dead heat

Business - Financial Times - November 5

How violence became a theme of America’s election

Voters are on edge after a campaign season characterised by ‘unprecedented’ levels of extreme rhetoric

Business - Financial Times - November 4

FirstFT: Bitcoin hits a record high

Also in today’s newsletter, Kremlin denies Putin spoke to Trump last week and America Inc’s new chief executive

World - Financial Times - November 11

Typhoon Man-yi Pounds the Philippines With Rain and High Winds

The storm, a Category 4, regained strength on Sunday afternoon.

World - The New York Times - November 17

The rehabilitation of KPMG in the UK

The years of audit failings and regulatory fines at its UK business are over, but some worry the firm is still losing ground to rivals

Business - Financial Times - November 19

China’s Baidu joins Meta in race to make AI-integrated smart glasses

Launch comes as Chinese internet groups jostle for dominance in hardware

Business - Financial Times - November 13

US hits Russia’s Gazprombank with sanctions

Move in effect bans state-owned bank from global financial system in blow to payments for Moscow’s war effort

Business - Financial Times - November 21

Washington Post cancellations hit 250,000 – 10% of subscribers

Reader backlash against decision not to make presidential endorsement rolls on despite Bezos defense of decision. Deterioration of the Washington Post’s subscriber base continued on Tuesday, hours ...

World - The Guardian - October 29

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 - October 30

Inheritance tax reforms to hit business owners and farmers

Tax relief to be capped on assets worth more than £1mn

World - Financial Times - October 30

Stellantis hit by sales slide in US and Europe

Fiat, Jeep and Peugeot owner suffers 27% drop in third-quarter sales but signals improvement to US inventory

World - Financial Times - October 31

Workers warned Budget tax rises will hit their wages

Economists say tax rises in the Budget will mean employers have less to give as pay rises.

China warning hits another medical equipment maker

Smith & Nephew shares slumped on Thursday as it became the second health equipment company in a week to warn that Chinese sales were getting hit hard.

Business - MarketWatch - October 31

Harris: Trump remark on protecting women whether they like it or not 'offensive'

Vice President Harris slammed former President Trump for saying at a rally on Wednesday that he would be women’s “protector,” a phrase he used two months ago and again this week at a rally in ...

Politics - The Hill - October 31

October jobs take a hit from hurricanes, strike

This month's report reflects a lot of noise due to hurricanes, Boeing machinists strike.

Politics - CBS News - November 1

Emotions hit Kershaw at parade 'long time coming'

Clayton Kershaw was hit with the emotions of finally celebrating a World Series championship with the city of Los Angeles on Friday during the Dodgers' downtown parade.

Sports - ESPN - November 2

More councils hit by pro-Russia cyber attack

The unitary authority says its website is down due to a cyber attack affecting several councils.

Tom Brady Hits The Ice At Devils Practice Facility

NFL legend Tom Brady joined Tie Domi on the ice at the New Jersey Devils practice facility in Newark, New Jersey.

Sports - Yahoo Sports - November 2

We're not military - why are we being hit, asks injured man in Lebanon

In the Lebanese city of Nabatieh, Orla Guerin meets hospital patients and medics vowing to stay despite Israeli strikes.

Quincy Jones: The songs that showcase his musical brilliance

The musician, who has died aged 91, was one of the most consequential producers in jazz and pop.

The music hits that Quincy Jones helped create

Legendary music producer Quincy Jones has died at 91. Jones is behind hits like Michael Jackson's historic "Thriller" album. Arnold Robinson, Jones' publicist, said he died surrounded by his family ...

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