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30-year Treasury yield ends at highest since July after retail-sales, jobless data point to strong economy
U.S. government debt sold off on Thursday, sending Treasury yields up from their lowest levels in almost two weeks, after data on retail sales and jobless claims pointed to ongoing strength in the ...Business - MarketWatch - October 17 -
Why major retailers are closing stores
Over the weekend, the last full-sized Kmart in the continental U.S closed. Other retailers like Dollar Tree, Macy's, CVS and more have also closed stores over the years. Business editor at USA ...Top stories - CBS News - October 21 -
Actor Julie Bowen talks ‘Hysteria!’, Peacock’s new show in time for Halloween
Just in time for Halloween, the new thriller-comedy show “Hysteria!” is coming to Peacock. Actor Julie Bowen, who plays Linda Campbell, breaks down what to expect from the series and speaks with ...Top stories - NBC News - October 18 -
Mortgage rates rise to highest level since July due to these 3 reasons
Mortgage applications fell 0.1% in the last week, the Mortgage Bankers Association said.Business - MarketWatch - October 30 -
Gold logs biggest drop since July, election may be a ‘pivot point’
Gold prices took an eye-catching hit on Thursday in posting their largest one-day decline since July — highlighting a complicated landscape for the precious metal that’s littered with ...Business - MarketWatch - October 31 -
Metavrse names Julie Smithson to lead vision for 3D creation for the spatial web
Metavrse, a 3D creation platform for the spatial web, has named Julie Smithson as president and CEO.Tech - VentureBeat - 4 days ago -
Julie Johnson becomes first openly LGBTQ person to serve Texas in Congress
Julie Johnson was projected to win her election Tuesday for Texas’s 32nd Congressional District, making history as the first openly LGBTQ person to represent Texas in Congress and the first elected ...Politics - The Hill - 3 days ago -
Retail sales post solid gain in September, showing a continued strong economy
Retail sales increased 0.4% in September, with strength in a broad range of categories that overcame weak gas and auto spending, the U.S. Commerce Department said Wednesday.Business - MarketWatch - October 17 -
Halloween’s Mutation: From Humble Holiday to Retail Monstrosity
Americans once made their own costumes and candy. Now, the holiday has rapidly commercialized, transforming into an economic juggernaut.Business - The New York Times - October 19 -
Retailers Stock Supersize TVs Ahead of Holiday Season
In Q4, giant TV sales see a marked holiday boom.Business - Inc. - 5 days ago -
Retailers Turn to Weather Strategies as Climate Changes
Major chains now factor weather conditions into promotional strategies, inventory decisions, and advertising campaigns.Business - Inc. - 5 days ago -
Retailers Jump at the Chance to Invest in Fifth Avenue
IKEA and Uniqlo join luxury fashion houses in owning, rather than leasing, huge retail spaces on the strip. Developers are cashing in.Top stories - The New York Times - 4 days ago -
‘Wicked’ takes over retail ahead of theatrical debut
“Barbie” painted the town pink in 2023, and now “Wicked” is upping the ante by adding a splash of green.Top stories - NBC News - 7 hours ago -
Shohei Ohtani stolen base streak ends at 36 in NLCS, caught for first time since July 22
Shohei Ohtani was caught stealing for the first time in nearly three months, ending a streak of 36 consecutive successful stolen base attemptsSports - ABC News - October 14 -
Tech stocks are nearing their first record high since July as dip-buyers get their wish
Information technology stocks have shaken off their summertime blues, even reclaiming the top spot on the stock market’s 2024 leaderboard.Business - MarketWatch - October 17 -
Bitcoin hits highest level since July, boosting other coins and crypto-related stocks
The price of bitcoin neared $68,400 on Wednesday, its highest since July, sparking a rally in other cryptocurrencies and related equities.Business - CNBC - October 17 -
Trump’s improving election odds have powered bitcoin to its highest level since July
Bitcoin was posting further gains on Wednesday, reaching as high as $68,390 — its loftiest level since July 29.Business - MarketWatch - October 16 -
China reports its economy grew at a 4.6% annual rate in the July-September quarter, below the government'S 5% target
China reports its economy grew at a 4.6% annual rate in the July-September quarter, below the government'S 5% targetWorld - ABC News - October 17 -
10-year Treasury yield slips from highest level since July after housing starts drop
Long-dated Treasury yields slipped from their highest levels in more than two months on Friday but ended the week little changed, after data showed new-home construction dipped in September.Business - MarketWatch - October 18 -
10-, 30-year Treasury yields end at highest since July as deficit worries grow
Monday’s selloff in U.S. government debt pushed long-dated yields to their highest levels in almost three months amid growing concern about the potential for rising deficit spending after the Nov. ...Business - MarketWatch - October 21 -
Mortgage demand drops to its lowest level since July, as interest rates return to summer highs
Total mortgage application volume dropped 6.7% from the previous week, hitting its lowest level since JulyBusiness - CNBC - October 23 -
Coca-Cola’s stock falls as unit case volume surprisingly falls after ‘poor’ July
Coca-Cola’s stock turns lower as earnings beat expectations because another big increase in price helped offset a surprise decline unit case volume.Business - MarketWatch - October 23 -
10-year Treasury yield briefly tops 4.25%, hits highest level since late July
The U.S. 10-year Treasury yield rose again Wednesday as traders digested the latest comments from Fed officials on the trajectory of interest rate cuts.Business - CNBC - October 23 -
Fourth Spider-Man movie starring Tom Holland is set for release July 2026
Tom Holland is getting ready to don his Spidey suit againEntertainment - ABC News - October 25 -
Retailers Are Tossing Out Traditional Holiday Calendars. Here’s Why
Holiday shoppers have driven retailers to change their seasonal strategies.Business - Inc. - October 13 -
National Retail Federation predicts record 2024 holiday sales
Holiday sales are poised to set a new record in 2024 and could increase by as much as 3.5 percent from 2023, the National Retail Federation (NRF) announced Tuesday. The NRF forecasts holiday retail ...Politics - The Hill - October 15 -
Retailers Can Expect Another Record-Breaking Holiday Season
The National Retail Federation anticipates up to $990 billion in holiday sales despite inflation-wary consumers.Business - Inc. - October 15 -
Beyond to Make Physical Retail Comeback With Investment in The Container Store
Beyond is investing $40 million in The Container Store, providing the struggling retail chain a financial lifeline while returning some Bed Bath & Beyond products back to physical retail locations.Business - The Wall Street Journal - October 15 -
Amazon announces first Kindle ever with color screen, retailing for $279
The company is refreshing its entire e-reader lineup, launching four new Kindle devices.Business - CNBC - October 16 -
Amazon announces first Kindle ever with color screen, retailing for $279
Amazon on Wednesday announced a new Kindle e-reader, and for the first time ever it has a color display.Top stories - NBC News - October 16 -
IMF chief warns of ‘unforgiving’ debt backdrop and low growth
Kristalina Georgieva says governments’ reluctance to rein in spending heightens public finances challengeBusiness - Financial Times - October 17 -
Iran foreign minister visits Egypt as leaders try to contain regional war
Middle East officials step up diplomatic effort as Israel says it killed Hamas leader Yahya Sinwar in strike on GazaBusiness - Financial Times - October 17 -
Retail Sales Surpass Expectations, Sign of Solid US Economy
A new report showing a rise in retail sales in September indicates that consumer spending, a key engine of economic growth, remains robust.Business - The New York Times - October 17