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China restricts some Fortescue iron ore cargoes as talks drag, sources say

China's state iron ore buyer has asked some domestic steel mills not to take delivery of certain portside iron ore products from Fortescue, industry sources said, the latest

China restricts some Fortescue iron ore cargoes as talks drag, sources say
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China's Inner Mongolia bets on solar and wind but coal stays close

China's Inner Mongolia is expanding both renewable energy and coal use

China's Inner Mongolia bets on solar and wind but coal stays close
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Soaring revenue at Mar-a-Lago shows how Trump’s business interests and politics intersect

Soaring revenue at Mar-a-Lago shows how Trump’s business interests and politics intersect

Soaring revenue at Mar-a-Lago shows how Trump’s business interests and politics intersect
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Federal audit finds Puerto Rico awaiting billions of dollars nearly a decade after deadly hurricane

Lawmakers have released a federal audit that found that only 25% of some $14 billion in federal funds obligated for Puerto Rico’s power grid after Hurricane Maria razed it almost a decade ago has reached the U.S. territory

Federal audit finds Puerto Rico awaiting billions of dollars nearly a decade after deadly hurricane
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The Japanese yen is at a 40-year low. Here’s why that matters

The Japanese yen is at a 40-year low. Here’s why that matters

The Japanese yen is at a 40-year low. Here’s why that matters
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US Treasury picks State Street, BlackRock and Vanguard ETFs for Trump Accounts

The U.S.

US Treasury picks State Street, BlackRock and Vanguard ETFs for Trump Accounts
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South Korea's inflation rate quickens to 2-1/2-year high

South Korea's consumer inflation accelerated to a two-and-a-half-year high in June, cementing expectations for an interest rate hike by the central bank as early as its

South Korea's inflation rate quickens to 2-1/2-year high
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Facing drama and politics, Essence Fest looks to make a comeback

Facing drama and politics, Essence Fest looks to make a comeback

Facing drama and politics, Essence Fest looks to make a comeback
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Trading Day: Stocks dip as sluggish July shuffles in

U.S. and world stocks embarked on a new month and quarter with little conviction, as tech shares in general and chip stocks in particular weighed on Wall

Trading Day: Stocks dip as sluggish July shuffles in
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Judge blocks Colorado's first-of-its-kind price cap on Amgen's Enbrel

A federal judge on Wednesday blocked Colorado from capping the price of Amgen's blockbuster arthritis drug Enbrel, a first-of-its-kind move by a U.S. state.

Judge blocks Colorado's first-of-its-kind price cap on Amgen's Enbrel
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Bridgewater's flagship macro fund gains 8.1% in first half amid market volatility, sources say

Bridgewater Associates' flagship Pure Alpha macro fund posted a gain of 8.1% after braving a volatile market backdrop during the first half of the year,

Bridgewater's flagship macro fund gains 8.1% in first half amid market volatility, sources say
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Trump visits newly built Theodore Roosevelt Presidential Library in North Dakota's Badlands

President Donald Trump visited the Theodore Roosevelt Presidential Library in North Dakota on Wednesday

Trump visits newly built Theodore Roosevelt Presidential Library in North Dakota's Badlands
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US and Iran hold separate meetings in Qatar and agree to continue discussions

U.S. and Iranian negotiators have met separately with Qatari and Pakistani mediators and host Qatar is reporting positive progress in talks

US and Iran hold separate meetings in Qatar and agree to continue discussions
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Challengers score victories in lawsuit against Arkansas' restrictions on citizen ballot initiatives

A federal judge in Arkansas is throwing out some state laws that put extra restrictions on efforts to gather signatures for ballot initiatives

Challengers score victories in lawsuit against Arkansas' restrictions on citizen ballot initiatives
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The Latest: Federal filing shows Trump took in about $1.2 billion from crypto businesses last year

A federal filing shows President Donald Trump took in nearly $1.2 billion from his crypto businesses last year, locking in profits while his investors were socked with losses

The Latest: Federal filing shows Trump took in about $1.2 billion from crypto businesses last year
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Venezuelan medics fear earthquake aftermath will trigger widening medical crisis

With far more dead than living people taken from the rubble a week after Venezuela’s devastating twin earthquakes, doctors say the biggest dangers now facing survivors were untreated wounds and infectious diseases

Venezuelan medics fear earthquake aftermath will trigger widening medical crisis
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US declines to extend North American trade deal, starting clock to end it while seeking changes

The Trump administration on Wednesday declined to extend the U.S.-Mexico-Canada Agreement, starting a decade-long clock to wind down the trade deal as it

US declines to extend North American trade deal, starting clock to end it while seeking changes
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Soccer-Inglewood, once known for danger, uses World Cup to rebrand as a fun place

Sandra Lith came to the front of Ms.

Soccer-Inglewood, once known for danger, uses World Cup to rebrand as a fun place
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Stocks flat as traders digest Fed comments, oil falls

A gauge of stock markets around the world edged lower to start the quarter on Wednesday as the U.S. central bank head said

Stocks flat as traders digest Fed comments, oil falls
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Robinhood expands perpetual futures offering in Europe, plans crypto launch in UK

Robinhood said on Wednesday it plans to launch crypto trading in the UK and broadened its perpetual futures offering in Europe beyond cryptocurrencies.

Robinhood expands perpetual futures offering in Europe, plans crypto launch in UK
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Wall Street ends choppy session lower as tech shares drop

U.S. stocks finished slightly lower on Wednesday as technology shares fell, but gains in Meta Platforms limited the decline in the S&P 500

Wall Street ends choppy session lower as tech shares drop
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US, Iran talks conclude in Doha, focused on Strait of Hormuz

Iran and the United States concluded a round of indirect talks on Wednesday with no sign they

US, Iran talks conclude in Doha, focused on Strait of Hormuz
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Nissan CEO’s US mission: shed rental-car image

Nissan CEO Ivan Espinosa was pleased when the automaker reported Wednesday that its second-quarter U.S. vehicle sales ticked higher.

Nissan CEO’s US mission: shed rental-car image
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Alibaba to pay $600 million to resolve US drug sales probe

Chinese ‌technology and e-commerce giant Alibaba and its U.S.-based payment processor have agreed to pay $600 million to resolve

Alibaba to pay $600 million to resolve US drug sales probe
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SoftBank renews talks for $10 billion loan against OpenAI stake, adds concessions, sources say

By Echo Wang July 1 - SoftBank Group has reopened talks with a consortium of lenders for a $10 billion loan backed by its stake in OpenAI, after earlier attempts to secure a loan stalled over concerns

SoftBank renews talks for $10 billion loan against OpenAI stake, adds concessions, sources say
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American Eagle names Papa John's executive Ravi Thanawala as CFO

Denim retailer American Eagle Outfitters on Wednesday named Ravi Thanawala its chief financial officer, replacing company veteran Mike Mathias, effective August 3.

American Eagle names Papa John's executive Ravi Thanawala as CFO
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Venezuelans scour collapsed buildings by hand while government machinery stands unused

Venezuelans scour collapsed buildings by hand while government machinery stands unused

Venezuelans scour collapsed buildings by hand while government machinery stands unused
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Alibaba to pay $600M to settle allegations it allowed illegal drug and equipment sales

Alibaba has agreed to pay $600 million to settle a dispute with the U.S. government

Alibaba to pay $600M to settle allegations it allowed illegal drug and equipment sales
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Man accuses police of losing his car after an accident. It's still missing nearly a year later.

Man accuses police of losing his car after an accident. It's still missing nearly a year later.

Man accuses police of losing his car after an accident. It's still missing nearly a year later.
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Most US stocks rise, but drops for tech pull Wall Street lower

Most U.S. stocks rose, but drops for some influential technology companies pulled the market lower

Most US stocks rise, but drops for tech pull Wall Street lower
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Crypto, real estate, watches: How Trump made over $1 billion last year

The latest disclosure report listing President Donald Trump's financial holdings shows he took in about $1.2 billion last year from crypto holdings, overshadowing a real estate business that first brought him fame

Crypto, real estate, watches: How Trump made over $1 billion last year
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Trump wants to ditch his signature trade deal. It’s not that easy

Trump wants to ditch his signature trade deal. It’s not that easy

Trump wants to ditch his signature trade deal. It’s not that easy
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Is the labor market turning a corner? Thursday’s jobs report will offer some key clues

Is the labor market turning a corner? Thursday’s jobs report will offer some key clues

Is the labor market turning a corner? Thursday’s jobs report will offer some key clues
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Uber-backed Lime rides IPO wave to $1.7 billion valuation in Nasdaq debut

Uber-backed Lime's shares rose 4% in its Nasdaq debut on Wednesday, signaling robust investor confidence in the e-scooter and bike

Uber-backed Lime rides IPO wave to $1.7 billion valuation in Nasdaq debut
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AI hopes and fears dominate global central bank meet

Seeping into just about every conversation at this week's meeting of the world's top central bankers was one big unknown:

AI hopes and fears dominate global central bank meet
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US car sales on cruise control despite pressures

Automakers on Wednesday reported steady second-quarter U.S. vehicle sales, despite what normally would be a bleak backdrop for the car

US car sales on cruise control despite pressures
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Fed's Warsh says any balance sheet policy change won't be a surprise

Federal Reserve Chairman Kevin Warsh said on Wednesday that while he has not changed his mind that a large central bank balance sheet should be shrunk, any notable change in policy

Fed's Warsh says any balance sheet policy change won't be a surprise
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Oil prices fall 1% to 4-month lows as progress in US-Iran talks cools supply concerns

Oil prices fell more than 1% on Wednesday to their lowest levels since March as optimism over U.S.-Iran talks allayed supply concerns after U.S.

Oil prices fall 1% to 4-month lows as progress in US-Iran talks cools supply concerns
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US, Canada and Mexico begin bumpy negotiations to renew North American trade pact

The North American trade pact that President Donald Trump negotiated and boasted about in his first term is up for renewal

US, Canada and Mexico begin bumpy negotiations to renew North American trade pact
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AOL, Vimeo owner Bending Spoons surges nearly 40% in US market debut

Bending Spoons shares closed nearly 40% higher in their U.S. market debut on Wednesday, as investors bought into the Italian

AOL, Vimeo owner Bending Spoons surges nearly 40% in US market debut
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US Senator Warren calls for Fed watchdog review of Bowman's BofA dinner, WSJ reports

A group of Senate Democrats requested on Wednesday that the Federal Reserve’s in-house watchdog investigate a meeting by the central bank’s top bank regulator and financial market

US Senator Warren calls for Fed watchdog review of Bowman's BofA dinner, WSJ reports
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Germany's top diplomat says EU-Mercosur deal still has issues to resolve

Germany's foreign minister, Johann Wadephul, said on Wednesday there were still "issues" to resolve before the European Union's trade agreement with

Germany's top diplomat says EU-Mercosur deal still has issues to resolve
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The US, Canada and Mexico begin bumpy negotiations to renew North American trade pact

The North American trade pact that President Donald Trump negotiated and boasted about in his first term is up for renewal

The US, Canada and Mexico begin bumpy negotiations to renew North American trade pact
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Jason Miller set to join White House again — with a messaging mission

Jason Miller set to join White House again — with a messaging mission

Jason Miller set to join White House again — with a messaging mission
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Punishing heat wave hits eastern US, with a preview of what’s to come

Punishing heat wave hits eastern US, with a preview of what’s to come

Punishing heat wave hits eastern US, with a preview of what’s to come
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Federal Reserve Chair Warsh emphasizes political independence, signals focus on inflation

New Federal Reserve Chair Kevin Warsh said Wednesday that the central bank would remain independent and seek to bring down inflation, likely foreclosing the rate cuts President Trump has sought

Federal Reserve Chair Warsh emphasizes political independence, signals focus on inflation
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AOL's owner, Bending Spoons, hits Wall Street with $1.7 billion IPO

The owner of AOL and other tech businesses hit Wall Street with a $1.7 billion initial public offering Wednesday

AOL's owner, Bending Spoons, hits Wall Street with $1.7 billion IPO
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Largest US power grid details price spikes, warns on record demand

PJM, the largest U.S. electric grid operator, on Wednesday detailed price spikes and warnings of massive transmission line congestion as it braced for

Largest US power grid details price spikes, warns on record demand
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Together AI raises $800 million at $8.3 billion valuation

Together AI on Wednesday said it has raised $800 million in a funding round led by Aramco Ventures, more than doubling the artificial intelligence startup's valuation to $8.3

Together AI raises $800 million at $8.3 billion valuation
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Corona maker Constellation sees World Cup-fueled gatherings driving US beer demand

Constellation Brands is seeing a rebound in U.S. beer sales after a sluggish start to 2026, as a flurry of major sporting events such as the NBA Finals and

Corona maker Constellation sees World Cup-fueled gatherings driving US beer demand
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Meta names Alex Schultz first chief data officer

Meta said on Wednesday its chief marketing officer Alex Schultz will become the company's first chief data officer, to better manage AI analytics globally.

Meta names Alex Schultz first chief data officer
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Fed's Warsh says some task force staffing to be revealed next week

By Michael S.

Fed's Warsh says some task force staffing to be revealed next week
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USDA announces $500 million in funding to expand US domestic fertilizer production

U.S. Agriculture Secretary Brooke Rollins announced $500 million in new funding on Wednesday to expand domestic fertilizer production after the Iran war drove up prices.

USDA announces $500 million in funding to expand US domestic fertilizer production
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Fed's Warsh plans to harness better economic data within a year

Federal Reserve Chairman Kevin Warsh set an ambitious timeline on Wednesday for the U.S. central bank to "

Fed's Warsh plans to harness better economic data within a year
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Fed's Warsh vows to 'disappoint' anyone who thinks he will tolerate inflation above 2%

Federal Reserve Chairman Kevin Warsh said on Wednesday he will stick firmly to the U.S. central bank's 2% inflation target

Fed's Warsh vows to 'disappoint' anyone who thinks he will tolerate inflation above 2%
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Oaktree-backed ITG jumps in Nasdaq debut, signaling strong AI infrastructure demand

ITG's shares rose 12.5% in their Nasdaq debut on Wednesday, giving the Oaktree-backed digital infrastructure company a market value of $2.18 billion, as investors

Oaktree-backed ITG jumps in Nasdaq debut, signaling strong AI infrastructure demand
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Democratic congressman asks the CFPB to investigate 'rent now, pay later' companies

A Democratic member of Congress is calling for a federal investigation into the "rent now, pay later" industry

Democratic congressman asks the CFPB to investigate 'rent now, pay later' companies
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AP's long-time Supreme Court reporter Mark Sherman reflects on front row seat to legal history

Mark Sherman has covered the Supreme Court for The Associated Press for 20 years during some of the most momentous decisions in history

AP's long-time Supreme Court reporter Mark Sherman reflects on front row seat to legal history
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Teen homicides spark community action at apartment complex; landlord says security changes on the way

Teen homicides spark community action at apartment complex; landlord says security changes on the way

Teen homicides spark community action at apartment complex; landlord says security changes on the way
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Families plead for information on deported Venezuelans in hotel collapse

Relatives of Venezuelans deported from the United States say their loved ones were taken to a hotel that later collapsed during the devastating earthquakes in Venezuela. As rescue efforts continue, families say they are desperate for answers.

Families plead for information on deported Venezuelans in hotel collapse
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In Mideast and around the world, everyone's talking 'ceasefire.' But what does it really mean?

Ceasefires in the Middle East are not bringing the peace many people expect

In Mideast and around the world, everyone's talking 'ceasefire.' But what does it really mean?
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India central bank chief sees case for lower inflation target in long run

India is unlikely to raise its official inflation target and there may be a case for lowering it over the long term, Reserve Bank of India Governor Sanjay Malhotra said at

India central bank chief sees case for lower inflation target in long run
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Tesla European registrations climb in June

Tesla registrations rose across several European markets in June, data showed on Wednesday, extending a recovery in the U.S. electric vehicle

Tesla European registrations climb in June
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Racism and intolerance have worsened in Britain, Starmer says

Prime Minister Keir Starmer said on Wednesday that racism and intolerance had worsened in Britain over the past decade, warning it was damaging social cohesion and deterring

Racism and intolerance have worsened in Britain, Starmer says
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CMA CGM to buy FedEx third-party logistics arm for $1.4 billion

CMA CGM has agreed to buy FedEx's third-party logistics business for an enterprise value of $1.4 billion as the French shipping group seeks to expand its presence in the

CMA CGM to buy FedEx third-party logistics arm for $1.4 billion
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US construction spending inches up in May, but homebuilding weak

U.S. construction spending edged up in May as higher mortgage rates because of the Middle East conflict constrained homebuilding.

US construction spending inches up in May, but homebuilding weak
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Nike gains despite China slump as investors eye turnaround progress

Shares of Nike rose on Wednesday as investors assessed CEO Elliott Hill's efforts to revive growth, though the sportswear giant's persistent sales

Nike gains despite China slump as investors eye turnaround progress
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Activist investors make bigger push for campaigns in H1, seek more M&A

Activist investors pushed global companies more aggressively in the second quarter to make changes and lifted the overall pace of campaigns in the

Activist investors make bigger push for campaigns in H1, seek more M&A
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US manufacturing activity eases in June; prices paid by factories remain elevated

U.S. manufacturing activity slowed in June after surging in the prior month, likely as some of the lift from businesses front-loading orders to avoid shortages and

US manufacturing activity eases in June; prices paid by factories remain elevated
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Dollar gains before US jobs report, Fed's Warsh sees improving inflation

The dollar gained ahead of a closely watched U.S. jobs report due on Thursday, but pared its earlier increase after Federal Reserve Chair Kevin Warsh

Dollar gains before US jobs report, Fed's Warsh sees improving inflation
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US factory activity eases off four-year high; input prices remain elevated

U.S. manufacturing activity slowed in June after scaling a 4-year high in the prior month, likely as some of the lift from businesses front-loading

US factory activity eases off four-year high; input prices remain elevated
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Rate cuts are not back on the table for Britain, Bank of England's Bailey says

The Bank of England is not in a position to consider cutting interest rates, Governor Andrew Bailey said on Wednesday, despite oil prices falling back near pre‑

Rate cuts are not back on the table for Britain, Bank of England's Bailey says
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House Republican leaders urge Trump to let Jones Act waivers expire as scheduled in August

House Speaker Mike Johnson and several Republican leaders are asking President Donald Trump to allow waivers to a law on shipping between domestic ports to expire

House Republican leaders urge Trump to let Jones Act waivers expire as scheduled in August
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Meta building cloud business to sell excess AI capacity, Bloomberg News reports

Meta Platforms is building a cloud business to sell excess artificial intelligence computing capacity, Bloomberg News reported on Wednesday, as tech giants seek returns on costly AI

Meta building cloud business to sell excess AI capacity, Bloomberg News reports
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Kroger announces agreement to acquire Giant Eagle

Kroger announces agreement to acquire Giant Eagle

Kroger announces agreement to acquire Giant Eagle
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Extreme heat tests cattle, but preparation helps producers stay ahead

Extreme heat tests cattle, but preparation helps producers stay ahead

Extreme heat tests cattle, but preparation helps producers stay ahead
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Short sellers boost bets against SpaceX and it's already costing them

Short sellers are betting SpaceX's will resume its post-debut decline with nearly a third of its tradable shares now sold short — even as those wagers

Short sellers boost bets against SpaceX and it's already costing them
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Goldman names acting general counsel, replacing Epstein-linked Ruemmler who stays as adviser

Goldman Sachs on Wednesday named Michael Bosworth as acting general counsel and a member of its core executive leadership team, while Kathryn Ruemmler, who

Goldman names acting general counsel, replacing Epstein-linked Ruemmler who stays as adviser
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French shipping company CMA CGM Group to buy FedEx' logistics arm for $1.4B

French container shipping company CMA CGM Group said Wednesday it will buy FedEx Supply Chain, the third-party logistics subsidiary of FedEx for $1.4 billion, as it works to expand in the U.S. CMA CGM Group said the acquisition will triple the size of its own logistics arm, CEVA Logistics and help build its presence as a contract logistics provider in North America

French shipping company CMA CGM Group to buy FedEx' logistics arm for $1.4B
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Trump administration lifts restrictions on Anthropic's Claude models after cybersecurity alarm

The Trump administration has lifted restrictions on artificial intelligence company Anthropic’s latest versions of its Claude chatbot, ending a weekslong ban tied to cybersecurity concerns

Trump administration lifts restrictions on Anthropic's Claude models after cybersecurity alarm
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Despite some big losses, Supreme Court rewards Trump's assertion of power

On Tuesday, the U.S.

Despite some big losses, Supreme Court rewards Trump's assertion of power
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Trump secured over $50 million in loan from Charles Schwab in 2025, ethics filing shows

U.S. President Donald Trump secured a more than $50 million loan last year from Charles Schwab Bank, according to his annual disclosure for 2025 with the U.S.

Trump secured over $50 million in loan from Charles Schwab in 2025, ethics filing shows
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Trump on financial disclosures: Everyone's profiting because stock market is up

President Donald Trump said on Wednesday he had nothing to do with his personal finances, a day after he reported more than $1.4 billion in income from his family's

Trump on financial disclosures: Everyone's profiting because stock market is up
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Swedish court orders Google to pay $1.5 billion to Klarna in antitrust damages

A Swedish court on Wednesday ordered Alphabet's Google to pay about $1.5 billion in damages to PriceRunner, the price comparison business owned by

Swedish court orders Google to pay $1.5 billion to Klarna in antitrust damages
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Goldman's private credit fund bucks elevated redemption trend again

Goldman Sachs' private credit fund said on Wednesday that investors sought to repurchase roughly 3.24% of its total shares in the second quarter, extending its streak

Goldman's private credit fund bucks elevated redemption trend again
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Kroger to buy grocer Giant Eagle in $1.65 billion deal as competition heats up

U.S. grocer Kroger has reached a $1.65 billion deal to buy regional supermarket chain Giant Eagle, it said on Wednesday, strengthening its

Kroger to buy grocer Giant Eagle in $1.65 billion deal as competition heats up
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General Mills beats quarterly estimates on steady staples demand, higher prices

General Mills posted better-than-expected fourth-quarter results on Wednesday, helped by higher prices and resilient demand for pantry staples, sending its shares up 9%.

General Mills beats quarterly estimates on steady staples demand, higher prices
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AB Foods says US cooking oil sales hit by ICE pressure on Hispanic customers

Associated British Foods said the U.S. cooking oils market has declined and trading conditions are unlikely to improve going into its next financial year,

AB Foods says US cooking oil sales hit by ICE pressure on Hispanic customers
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Trump says the U.S. and Iran getting along very well

President Donald Trump said on Wednesday the United States was getting along very well with Iran and that recent meetings in Qatar went well.

Trump says the U.S. and Iran getting along very well
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Micron, GM sign semiconductor supply agreement for vehicles

Micron Technology and General Motors have signed a long-term supply agreement for memory and storage platforms used in vehicle production, the companies said on Wednesday.

Micron, GM sign semiconductor supply agreement for vehicles
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Brazil's bad loans on non-earmarked credit at record high, despite debt relief drive

Delinquency rates on Brazilian loans not tied to a specific purpose rose to 6.2% in May from 6.1% in April, reaching the highest level since the central

Brazil's bad loans on non-earmarked credit at record high, despite debt relief drive
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Wall St slips at open as US-Iran tensions cloud start to second half

Wall Street's main indexes opened lower on Wednesday as fresh U.S.-Iran tensions cast doubt over peace in the Middle East, marking a cautious start to the second half of 2026.

Wall St slips at open as US-Iran tensions cloud start to second half
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As deportation protections end, Haitians confront fear and uncertainty

Uthy spent seven years in medical school training to become a doctor

As deportation protections end, Haitians confront fear and uncertainty
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Kevin Warsh’s reform-focused approach is already winning support on the global stage

Kevin Warsh’s reform-focused approach is already winning support on the global stage

Kevin Warsh’s reform-focused approach is already winning support on the global stage
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Data center fights pit social values, democracy and capitalism against each other

Data center proposals are often local controversies with significant underlying principles at stake.

Data center fights pit social values, democracy and capitalism against each other
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Kroger buying regional grocer Giant Eagle in a deal valued at $1.65 billion

Kroger is buying regional grocer Giant Eagle in a deal valued at $1.65 billion

Kroger buying regional grocer Giant Eagle in a deal valued at $1.65 billion
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Unchecked AI progress may pose catastrophic risks, UN panel warns

Developments in artificial intelligence are outpacing scientific understanding and government policy, meaning there are no guarantees the technology

Unchecked AI progress may pose catastrophic risks, UN panel warns
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Factory activity was strong in June despite war-driven cost pressures, PMIs show

Euro zone manufacturing output closed out its best quarter since early 2022 last month as U.S. factory

Factory activity was strong in June despite war-driven cost pressures, PMIs show
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Older Americans left out of costly GLP-1 craze expected to flock to new program

Millions more Americans will qualify for obesity medications at just $50 a month under a new Medicare program starting on Wednesday,

Older Americans left out of costly GLP-1 craze expected to flock to new program
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Lula leads Senator Bolsonaro in Brazil presidential run-off, poll shows

Brazilian President Luiz Inacio Lula da Silva would win a potential second-round run-off vote in the October presidential elections against opposition Senator Flavio

Lula leads Senator Bolsonaro in Brazil presidential run-off, poll shows
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World Bank to phase out China lending by 2031, source says

The World Bank will phase out its lending to China by 2031 after years of declining loans, reflecting the country's rise to become the world's second-

World Bank to phase out China lending by 2031, source says
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Kicking off H2

What matters in U.S. and global markets today By Mike Dolan, Editor-at-Large, Finance and Markets The new month, quarter and second half kicked off in a cautious mood,

Kicking off H2
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Who qualifies for Medicare's new $50 weight-loss drug program and what are the concerns?

Millions of Americans are expected to gain coverage for GLP-1 drugs for weight loss under a new U.S. pilot launching on Wednesday in its Medicare

Who qualifies for Medicare's new $50 weight-loss drug program and what are the concerns?
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Nigeria's unreported spending equals 2% of GDP, IMF official says

Nigeria had about 2% of GDP worth of public spending not recorded in recent official budgets, creating a gap between its reported deficit and actual financing needs, IMF

Nigeria's unreported spending equals 2% of GDP, IMF official says
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BYD's sales rise for second month, buoyed by exports

Chinese electric vehicle maker BYD posted a second consecutive month of global sales growth in June, as a surge in exports helped offset weak demand in its home market.

BYD's sales rise for second month, buoyed by exports
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“We’re not prepared”: As Venezuela shakes, years of mismanagement come into focus

As families wait in agony for news of loved ones trapped beneath the rubble, Venezuela’s devastating earthquake is exposing the human cost of a country unprepared for disaster. CNN's Isa Soares reports from Caracas.

“We’re not prepared”: As Venezuela shakes, years of mismanagement come into focus
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Mexico's peso to trade in range on economic recovery hopes: Reuters poll

Mexico's peso will likely hold steady near the middle of its well-established trading range at least into the first half of 2027, a Reuters poll found

Mexico's peso to trade in range on economic recovery hopes: Reuters poll
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EU issues new steel and e-commerce regulations to reduce trade imbalance with China

The European Union has introduced two measures to protect its steel industry and limit small e-commerce parcels

EU issues new steel and e-commerce regulations to reduce trade imbalance with China
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Dollar bulls gain ground even as most FX strategists still expect weakness: Reuters poll

The U.S. dollar’s recent rebound will fade in coming months as cooling oil prices temper inflation fears and Federal Reserve rate hike bets, a majority

Dollar bulls gain ground even as most FX strategists still expect weakness: Reuters poll
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How the Supreme Court became a pivotal force in Trump's immigration agenda

The Supreme Court has tackled several key immigration issues this term, supporting President Donald Trump's administration in three cases

How the Supreme Court became a pivotal force in Trump's immigration agenda
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Medicare is now covering some GLP-1 weight loss drugs for $50. Here’s what to know

The federal government has launched a new program to make GLP-1 weight loss drugs more affordable for older Americans

Medicare is now covering some GLP-1 weight loss drugs for $50. Here’s what to know
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Ukrainian drone attacks on oil refineries plunge Russia into a summer fuel crisis

Lines are growing at Russian gas stations -- and so is the frustration and uncertainty as several months of Ukrainian attacks have set oil refineries ablaze and choked supplies for motorists across the vast country

Ukrainian drone attacks on oil refineries plunge Russia into a summer fuel crisis
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UK's Starmer leaves successor-in-waiting Burnham with defence funding gap

Andy Burnham will have to find an additional £4.7 billion ($6.2 billion) to close a defence funding gap, either through deeper spending cuts or higher taxes,

UK's Starmer leaves successor-in-waiting Burnham with defence funding gap
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Trump filing shows he took in about $1.2 billion from crypto businesses last year

President Donald Trump took in nearly $1.2 billion from his crypto businesses last year, a federal filing released Tuesday shows

Trump filing shows he took in about $1.2 billion from crypto businesses last year
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Defense startups raid auto and fracking sectors for parts to speed weapons output

Defense tech startups are repurposing automotive chips and pipes used in fracking -- while copying production methods from drugmakers -- in an effort to

Defense startups raid auto and fracking sectors for parts to speed weapons output
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Kazakhstan to hold snap parliamentary election on August 23

Kazakhstan will hold a snap parliamentary election on August 23, according to a decree signed by President Kassym-Jomart Tokayev on Wednesday as a new constitution took

Kazakhstan to hold snap parliamentary election on August 23
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Iran insists on keeping control over Hormuz, senior Iranian sources say

Iran is determined to win international recognition of its control over the Strait of Hormuz and ability to levy

Iran insists on keeping control over Hormuz, senior Iranian sources say
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Chevrolet Bolt vs. Nissan Leaf, an Edmunds $30,000 EV comparison

The Nissan Leaf and Chevrolet Bolt EV are formidable rivals for the title of America’s most affordable electric vehicle

Chevrolet Bolt vs. Nissan Leaf, an Edmunds $30,000 EV comparison
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China's BYD nears decision on second European plant, adviser says

China's BYD, the world's largest electric vehicle maker, is close to a decision on taking over an existing European auto plant to

China's BYD nears decision on second European plant, adviser says
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Wayve courts automakers with AI driving system that learns like humans

Autonomous-driving startup Wayve is riding a tide of investor interest. 

Wayve courts automakers with AI driving system that learns like humans
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Takeaways from Supreme Court term: Trump's power is enhanced, but he lost some high-profile cases

President Donald Trump didn’t get what he wanted in some of the biggest Supreme Court cases this year: tariffs, birthright citizenship and the attempted firing of Federal Reserve governor Lisa Cook

Takeaways from Supreme Court term: Trump's power is enhanced, but he lost some high-profile cases
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Opening of North Korea-Russia road bridge likely delayed, US think tank says

North Korea and Russia appear unlikely to open a road bridge connecting their countries in the near term, despite an earlier mid-June target, after satellite

Opening of North Korea-Russia road bridge likely delayed, US think tank says
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French manufacturing grew in June by more than first forecast, final PMI shows

France's manufacturing activity grew slightly faster in June than initially forecast, despite ongoing supply-chain pressures caused by transport disruptions due to the Iran

French manufacturing grew in June by more than first forecast, final PMI shows
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German manufacturing edges up in June as new orders return to growth, PMI shows

German factory activity expanded modestly in June as output growth ticked up and new orders rebounded, while the outlook for price trends depends on developments in the

German manufacturing edges up in June as new orders return to growth, PMI shows
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UK manufacturing activity cools despite stockpiling boost to output, PMI shows

British manufacturing activity cooled in June despite a boost to output from stockpiling ahead of price hikes and supply chain problems stemming from the Middle East

UK manufacturing activity cools despite stockpiling boost to output, PMI shows
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European shares pause after rally as concerns over Fed rates, Iran peace deal linger

European shares slipped on Wednesday, after a strong finish to the second quarter, as investors assessed indications that U.S. interest rates

European shares pause after rally as concerns over Fed rates, Iran peace deal linger
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Australia's Perpetual snubs $1.69 billion takeover offer from EQT over valuation

Australia's Perpetual said on Wednesday it had rejected a non-binding takeover proposal from Swedish private equity firm EQT AB that values the financial services provider at A$2.45

Australia's Perpetual snubs $1.69 billion takeover offer from EQT over valuation
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Euro zone factory output ends first quarter on strong note, cost pressures ease - PMI

Euro zone manufacturing output ended its best quarter since early 2022 last month with easing cost pressures as the U.S. and Iran negotiated a ceasefire giving relief to

Euro zone factory output ends first quarter on strong note, cost pressures ease - PMI
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Euro zone inflation falls more than expected, adding to ECB case for patience

Euro zone inflation eased last month far more than expected, further curbing pressure on the European Central Bank to raise interest rates again this month to offset quick price

Euro zone inflation falls more than expected, adding to ECB case for patience
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UN report sees enormous potential benefits and big risks from AI

The rapid development of AI offers huge potential benefits to countries and people around the world, but also poses big risks, 40 leading scientists and experts

UN report sees enormous potential benefits and big risks from AI
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China imposes export controls on 40 Japanese entities as tensions with Tokyo rise

China has imposed new export controls on 40 Japanese entities, accusing them of contributing to Japan’s “remilitarization.”

China imposes export controls on 40 Japanese entities as tensions with Tokyo rise
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The S&P 500 is up almost 10% this year, despite war, inflation and AI nerves

The S&P 500 is up almost 10% this year, despite war, inflation and AI nerves

The S&P 500 is up almost 10% this year, despite war, inflation and AI nerves
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How a new super PAC formed to counter AIPAC is fueling democratic socialists’ wins

How a new super PAC formed to counter AIPAC is fueling democratic socialists’ wins

How a new super PAC formed to counter AIPAC is fueling democratic socialists’ wins
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A million vintage loans slow Greece's economic recovery

When Greece's debt crisis struck in 2009, George, owner of a jewellery shop outside Athens, found himself saddled with a new €100,000 loan just as his

A million vintage loans slow Greece's economic recovery
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Beijing plane crash clouds China's low-altitude flights, uncovers safety gaps

An unexplained crash by a tiny plane into Beijing's tallest building and silence from regulators have cast a chilling effect on the low-altitude flights sector and uncovered

Beijing plane crash clouds China's low-altitude flights, uncovers safety gaps
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Citi cuts bitcoin, ether forecasts as ETF flows turn negative

Citigroup slashed its 12-month forecasts for bitcoin and ether, saying weakening investor appetite, negative exchange-traded fund flows and a lack of progress on

Citi cuts bitcoin, ether forecasts as ETF flows turn negative
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Spain manufacturing contracts in June for first time in three months, PMI shows

Spanish factory activity shrank in June for the first time in three months as orders fell more sharply and manufacturers ramped up prices to cope with the recent surge in

Spain manufacturing contracts in June for first time in three months, PMI shows
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Myanmar set to restart contentious $3.6 billion dam project backed by China

Myanmar's new government aims to complete within roughly eight years a contentious

Myanmar set to restart contentious $3.6 billion dam project backed by China
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Westpac director Nash leaves board over ties to KPMG

Australian bank Westpac said on Wednesday that non-executive director Peter Nash would leave its board, citing his relationship with troubled auditor KPMG.

Westpac director Nash leaves board over ties to KPMG
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Xi touts Chinese wisdom and solutions as a model for developing nations

China's leader has highlighted the country's rapid industrialization as a model for developing nations

Xi touts Chinese wisdom and solutions as a model for developing nations
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The price tag behind Taylor Swift’s rumored wedding bash at Madison Square Garden

The price tag behind Taylor Swift’s rumored wedding bash at Madison Square Garden

The price tag behind Taylor Swift’s rumored wedding bash at Madison Square Garden
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Australia weighs break-up of Big Four accounting firms after scandals

The Australian government said on Wednesday it was considering breaking up the Big Four accounting firms and bringing them under the

Australia weighs break-up of Big Four accounting firms after scandals
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EU slaps €3 fee on cheap ecommerce parcels in blow to Shein, Temu, AliExpress

Europe on Wednesday took a first step towards curbing what it calls unfair competition from online retailers such as Shein, Temu

EU slaps €3 fee on cheap ecommerce parcels in blow to Shein, Temu, AliExpress
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That's a lot of meat to digest

A look at the day ahead in European and global markets from Wayne Cole.

That's a lot of meat to digest
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Asian airlines' Europe windfall fades as Gulf rivals rebound

Asian airlines that gained passengers and charged higher fares on European routes after the start of the Iran conflict are seeing

Asian airlines' Europe windfall fades as Gulf rivals rebound
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CMA CGM nears $1.4 billion deal for FedEx logistics unit, FT reports

French container shipping group CMA CGM is nearing a deal to buy FedEx's third-party logistics business for $1.4 billion in cash, the Financial Times reported on Wednesday, citing

CMA CGM nears $1.4 billion deal for FedEx logistics unit, FT reports
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Mega-deals fuel record M&A as boards dream big on takeovers

A surge in $10-billion-plus "mega-deals" drove global M&A to record levels in the first half of 2026, LSEG data

Mega-deals fuel record M&A as boards dream big on takeovers
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Writer E. Jean Carroll calls for Trump to pay $5.8M after high court appeal fails

Advice columnist E

Writer E. Jean Carroll calls for Trump to pay $5.8M after high court appeal fails
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India's June factory growth slips to second-weakest since mid-2022 as demand softens, PMI shows

India's manufacturing sector expanded at its second-slowest pace in four years in June as cooling demand for goods dragged on output and hiring but easing cost pressures

India's June factory growth slips to second-weakest since mid-2022 as demand softens, PMI shows
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In a warning sign, analysis shows publicly traded credit funds are unprofitable

The majority of publicly traded business development companies (BDCs) — the

In a warning sign, analysis shows publicly traded credit funds are unprofitable
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China's Xi urges ruling Communist Party to be adaptable, safeguard advances

China's ruling Communist Party must keep pace with changing circumstances while safeguarding the advances it has made, President Xi Jinping said on Wednesday during

China's Xi urges ruling Communist Party to be adaptable, safeguard advances
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Taiwan ships should ignore boarding requests by China coast guard, Taipei says

Taiwanese ships off the island's east coast should ignore any boarding and inspection demands by China's Coast Guard, and if necessary Taiwanese Coast Guard vessels will

Taiwan ships should ignore boarding requests by China coast guard, Taipei says
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Ukraine seeks €6.6 billion from EU's peace fund for military aid

Ukraine is asking its European Union partners to direct €6.6 billion ($7.5 billion) available under the European Peace Facility to military aid, to take advantage of what it sees as

Ukraine seeks €6.6 billion from EU's peace fund for military aid
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Survey shows Japan's business sentiment improving for a 5th straight quarter

The Bank of Japan has reported its quarterly survey of business sentiment among major Japanese manufacturers rose to 22 in June from 17 in the previous quarter

Survey shows Japan's business sentiment improving for a 5th straight quarter
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Trump’s sweeping changes to student loans take effect today. Here’s what they mean for you

Trump’s sweeping changes to student loans take effect today. Here’s what they mean for you

Trump’s sweeping changes to student loans take effect today. Here’s what they mean for you
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Uber-backed Lime raises $167 million in US IPO

Lime, backed by Uber, raised $167 million in its U.S. initial public offering, joining a growing list of

Uber-backed Lime raises $167 million in US IPO
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South Korea cargo ship Namu to exit Strait of Hormuz after attack in Gulf

South Korea's Oceans Ministry said on Wednesday the cargo vessel Namu, operated by HMM, would exit the Strait of Hormuz in mid-July at the earliest once the damage sustained

South Korea cargo ship Namu to exit Strait of Hormuz after attack in Gulf
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US seen not extending USMCA, starting decade-long countdown to end trade pact

U.S.

US seen not extending USMCA, starting decade-long countdown to end trade pact
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South Korean trade watchdog alleges Google abused its position in Android app store

South Korea's antitrust regulator alleged on Wednesday that Alphabet's Google abused its dominant position in the Android app marketplace to hinder competition and will

South Korean trade watchdog alleges Google abused its position in Android app store
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China resale home prices fall faster in June, shows private survey

China's resale home prices fell at a faster pace in June, a private survey showed on Wednesday, as the country's prolonged property downturn continued to weigh on market

China resale home prices fall faster in June, shows private survey
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US removes curbs on Anthropic's latest Fable and Mythos AI models

Anthropic said on Tuesday that the U.S.

US removes curbs on Anthropic's latest Fable and Mythos AI models
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ECB should not rush any further rate hike, Demarco says

The European Central Bank should not rush into any further rate hike given the unexpectedly quick retreat in oil prices, Maltese central bank

ECB should not rush any further rate hike, Demarco says
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South32 CEO open to M&A following Alcoa asset sale

South32 CEO Matthew Daley said on Wednesday he was open to mergers and acquisitions but any deal must add value to the company, after the diversified miner agreed to sell

South32 CEO open to M&A following Alcoa asset sale
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Trump reports over $1.4 billion in income from crypto ventures

U.S.

Trump reports over $1.4 billion in income from crypto ventures
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China's factory activity completes strongest quarter since late 2020, private PMI shows

China's manufacturing sector expanded for a seventh straight month in June, completing its strongest quarter since late 2020 as output and new orders continued to rise, a

China's factory activity completes strongest quarter since late 2020, private PMI shows
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South Korea exports post strongest growth since 1978 on AI chip boom

South Korea's exports expanded at the strongest pace in nearly half a century last month, smashing forecasts, on a surge in chip sales propelled by the global

South Korea exports post strongest growth since 1978 on AI chip boom
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Trump, Republicans to stage convention in Dallas ahead of midterms

U.S.

Trump, Republicans to stage convention in Dallas ahead of midterms
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Digital infrastructure firm ITG prices US IPO below range, raises $312 million

Oaktree-backed ITG said on Tuesday it had priced its U.S. initial public offering at $16 per share, below its targeted range, raising $312.2 million. 

Digital infrastructure firm ITG prices US IPO below range, raises $312 million
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Iran says it won't meet with U.S. envoys, clouding prospects for peace deal

Iran said on Tuesday it would not meet with top U.S. envoys who flew to the region following an outbreak of hostilities, clouding the

Iran says it won't meet with U.S. envoys, clouding prospects for peace deal
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Brazil needs new fiscal measures as targets become unfeasible from 2028, Treasury says

Brazil's Treasury said on Tuesday that fiscal targets will become unfeasible from 2028 without new measures, as rising mandatory spending outpaces

Brazil needs new fiscal measures as targets become unfeasible from 2028, Treasury says
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Japan business mood hits 8-year high, builds case for BOJ rate hikes

Japanese business mood climbed to an eight-year high and corporate inflation expectations rose to record levels, a quarterly survey showed, underlining the

Japan business mood hits 8-year high, builds case for BOJ rate hikes
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Nike flags prolonged turnaround as China slump, weak outlook eclipse quarterly beat

Nike signaled on Tuesday that CEO Elliott Hill's turnaround strategy still faces significant obstacles, as persistent weakness in China and a

Nike flags prolonged turnaround as China slump, weak outlook eclipse quarterly beat
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South32 to sell bulk of aluminium portfolio to Alcoa for up to $5.6 billion

Australia's South32 said on Wednesday it has agreed to sell most of its aluminium assets to Alcoa for an implied enterprise value of up to $5.6

South32 to sell bulk of aluminium portfolio to Alcoa for up to $5.6 billion
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Bayer seeks US duties on Chinese-made glyphosate, angering farmers

Bayer on Tuesday asked Washington to impose duties on glyphosate, the chemical used in the company's weedkiller Roundup, imported from China, saying it was being

Bayer seeks US duties on Chinese-made glyphosate, angering farmers
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South Korea factory activity grows at slower pace as export demand weakens, PMI shows

South Korea's factory activity expanded in June for the seventh consecutive month, though at a slower pace than the previous month on falling export demand, a survey showed

South Korea factory activity grows at slower pace as export demand weakens, PMI shows
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US imposes sanctions on Mexicans, entities tied to Mexican fuel smuggling network

The U.S.

US imposes sanctions on Mexicans, entities tied to Mexican fuel smuggling network
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Vimeo owner Bending Spoons prices IPO at above target range to raise $1.68 billion

By Echo Wang and Elvira Pollina June 30 - Bending Spoons, owner of the video platform Vimeo and the internet services company AOL, priced its U.S. initial public offering above its targeted range at $

Vimeo owner Bending Spoons prices IPO at above target range to raise $1.68 billion
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Japan manufacturing extends growth, caps best quarter since Q1 2014, PMI shows

Japan's manufacturing sector expanded in June, sealing its best quarterly performance since early 2014, as new orders grew at their fastest pace in more

Japan manufacturing extends growth, caps best quarter since Q1 2014, PMI shows
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Microsoft to cut under 2.5% of workforce in latest layoffs, Business Insider reports

Microsoft is planning to cut under 2.5% of its workforce in the latest round of layoffs that could be announced as early as next week, Business Insider reported on Tuesday, citing

Microsoft to cut under 2.5% of workforce in latest layoffs, Business Insider reports
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House GOP deadlocks over Trump's demands, sending lawmakers home early

As the nation celebrates its 250th birthday this weekend, the legislative branch has momentarily called it quits

House GOP deadlocks over Trump's demands, sending lawmakers home early
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White House lifts export control on Anthropic that froze its most advanced models

White House lifts export control on Anthropic that froze its most advanced models

White House lifts export control on Anthropic that froze its most advanced models
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Trump made more than a billion dollars from cryptocurrency ventures in first year back in office

Trump made more than a billion dollars from cryptocurrency ventures in first year back in office

Trump made more than a billion dollars from cryptocurrency ventures in first year back in office
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OpenAI film 'Artificial,' dropped by Amazon, finds a new home with Neon

“Artificial,” Luca Guadagnino’s starry film about Sam Altman and OpenAI, has been acquired by the indie distributor Neon after it was dropped by Amazon MGM Studios

OpenAI film 'Artificial,' dropped by Amazon, finds a new home with Neon
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KKR to buy EDF's renewable power assets in US, Canada for $4.2 billion

Private equity firm KKR said on Tuesday it will buy the operations and assets of EDF's North American renewable energy unit in the U.S. and Canada for $4.2 billion.

KKR to buy EDF's renewable power assets in US, Canada for $4.2 billion
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Energy drink and supplements company Nutrabolt picks banks for US IPO, sources say

Nutrabolt, an energy drink and supplements company, has picked investment banks to lead an initial public offering that could raise

Energy drink and supplements company Nutrabolt picks banks for US IPO, sources say
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US issues emergency order for PJM Interconnection as heatwave looms

The U.S. Department of Energy on Tuesday declared an emergency across the nation's largest power grid, citing soaring demand and supply risks as extreme heat grips the region.

US issues emergency order for PJM Interconnection as heatwave looms
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Getty Images scraps $3.7 billion merger with Shutterstock over UK scrutiny

Getty Images said on Tuesday it has called off its planned merger with Shutterstock due to the UK competition regulator's requirement to sell Shutterstock's

Getty Images scraps $3.7 billion merger with Shutterstock over UK scrutiny
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New Zealand economic recovery delayed and inflation to stay above target, IMF says

New Zealand's economic recovery has been delayed by the oil price shock and heightened global uncertainty, while inflation is expected to rise temporarily to around 4%

New Zealand economic recovery delayed and inflation to stay above target, IMF says
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Vance says he believes AOC will be leading Democratic candidate in 2028

Vance says he believes AOC will be leading Democratic candidate in 2028

Vance says he believes AOC will be leading Democratic candidate in 2028
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Trump administration seeks to stomp out all fires quickly, reviving policy that has been discredited

The deaths of three firefighters in Colorado are casting a spotlight on the Trump administration’s creation of a new federal fire agency and its revival of a previously discredited policy to stomp out all wildfires quickly

Trump administration seeks to stomp out all fires quickly, reviving policy that has been discredited
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Aid groups warn Venezuela’s healthcare system is near its limit after earthquakes

Aid groups are warning that Venezuela's healthcare system is at its breaking point nearly a week after two powerful earthquakes hit the South American country

Aid groups warn Venezuela’s healthcare system is near its limit after earthquakes
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South Bow, Bridger to develop new oil pipeline from Wyoming to Cushing, Oklahoma

Canada's South Bow and U.S.-based Bridger Pipeline plan to jointly develop a new oil pipeline from Guernsey, Wyoming, to Cushing

South Bow, Bridger to develop new oil pipeline from Wyoming to Cushing, Oklahoma
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UN chief says UN agency for Palestinian refugees nearing 'breaking point'

U.N. Secretary-General Antonio Guterres on Tuesday urged countries to cover a $100 million gap in funding for the U.N.

UN chief says UN agency for Palestinian refugees nearing 'breaking point'
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Tesla Q2 deliveries expected to rebound as Europe sales recover

Tesla is expected to report a 5% rise in vehicle deliveries on Thursday for the second quarter.

Tesla Q2 deliveries expected to rebound as Europe sales recover
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Trading Day: Stocks cap weak month, stellar quarter

Tech stocks boosted Wall Street as investors prepared to close the book on a month of losses for the S&P 500 and the Nasdaq, but the strongest quarterly

Trading Day: Stocks cap weak month, stellar quarter
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Constellation Brands beats quarterly profit estimates on beer demand

Constellation Brands beat Wall Street estimates for first-quarter profit on Tuesday, driven by demand for its beer brands such as Corona and the Modelo Especial lager.

Constellation Brands beats quarterly profit estimates on beer demand
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Bloom Energy, Brookfield expand AI infrastructure power partnership to $25 billion

Bloom Energy and Brookfield said on Tuesday they had expanded their partnership to finance power projects for AI infrastructure, boosting their funding framework

Bloom Energy, Brookfield expand AI infrastructure power partnership to $25 billion
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EchoStar's Dish DBS, wireless units file for prepackaged bankruptcy

EchoStar's satellite pay-TV unit Dish DBS and its wireless subsidiaries have filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy protection, seeking court approval for a prepackaged restructuring plan

EchoStar's Dish DBS, wireless units file for prepackaged bankruptcy
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Train derailment prompts nearby residents to shelter in place

Train derailment prompts nearby residents to shelter in place

Train derailment prompts nearby residents to shelter in place
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Venezuelans deported by the US hours before the deadly earthquake struck are missing

Venezuelans deported by the US hours before the deadly earthquake struck are missing

Venezuelans deported by the US hours before the deadly earthquake struck are missing
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US stocks rise and trim their losses for June

U.S. stocks rose and trimmed their losses in what had been a rocky June

US stocks rise and trim their losses for June
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ECB considers lifting banks' minimum reserves to lessen own losses, sources say

The ECB is considering doubling the proportion of cash lenders must keep as reserve in an unremunerated account, six

ECB considers lifting banks' minimum reserves to lessen own losses, sources say
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Nestle could lower coffee prices as bean costs fall

Nestle will take falling coffee bean costs into account when setting retail prices, a senior executive told Reuters on Tuesday, a potential boost

Nestle could lower coffee prices as bean costs fall
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US Supreme Court to hear Apple appeal of contempt in Epic Games lawsuit

The U.S.

US Supreme Court to hear Apple appeal of contempt in Epic Games lawsuit
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Supreme Court takeaways: Wins for conservatives, some Trump limits

The U.S.

Supreme Court takeaways: Wins for conservatives, some Trump limits
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Next NATO summit in Albania in doubt amid US reluctance and low defence spending

As NATO leaders prepare for a summit in Turkey next week, plans for an alliance summit in

Next NATO summit in Albania in doubt amid US reluctance and low defence spending
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Activist Jana Partners has new stake in Everpure, sources

Activist investor Jana Partners has built a new position in technology company Everpure and is expected to soon announce the holding in a

Activist Jana Partners has new stake in Everpure, sources
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S&P 500, Nasdaq register best quarter since 2020 despite Iran war

The S&P 500 and Nasdaq finished June on Tuesday with their biggest quarterly gains since 2020 as investors remained upbeat about economic

S&P 500, Nasdaq register best quarter since 2020 despite Iran war
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US telecom watchdog to vote on barring sales of devices with parts from blacklisted firms

The Federal Communications Commission said on Tuesday it plans to vote next month on a measure that would bar sales of devices

US telecom watchdog to vote on barring sales of devices with parts from blacklisted firms
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Family files federal civil rights lawsuit, claims deputies ignored cries for help from their loved one

Family files federal civil rights lawsuit, claims deputies ignored cries for help from their loved one

Family files federal civil rights lawsuit, claims deputies ignored cries for help from their loved one
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Cuban official says talks with the US are at a standstill, announces UN debate on US oil embargo

Cuba's foreign minister says talks between Cuba and the U.S. are at a standstill despite the island recently approving a series of free-market reforms

Cuban official says talks with the US are at a standstill, announces UN debate on US oil embargo
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The Latest: Trump's envoys are in Qatar for Iran war mediation

It’s been 123 days since the U.S. and Israel launched the Iran war, and the world again awaits another round of some sort of talks as President Donald Trump and Iranian officials disagree over what and even how they’ll communicate

The Latest: Trump's envoys are in Qatar for Iran war mediation
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As key trade talks start, the US-Mexico relationship will likely limp along – but at a cost

Even though Mexico is the US’s top trade partner, the fate of the pact underpinning that relationship is uncertain.

As key trade talks start, the US-Mexico relationship will likely limp along – but at a cost
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Federal board offers $3B settlement to restructure Puerto Rico power company debt

A federal control board that oversees Puerto Rico’s finances says it has offered a $3 billion settlement to bondholders in a new push to finally restructure more than $10 billion in debt held by the U.S. territory’s power company

Federal board offers $3B settlement to restructure Puerto Rico power company debt
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US job openings rise to two-year high, but hiring still struggling

U.S. job openings edged up to a two-year high in May, but subdued hiring soured consumers' perceptions of the labor market, with the share viewing

US job openings rise to two-year high, but hiring still struggling
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Fed's Hammack tells CNBC rate hikes may be needed to quell high inflation

Federal Reserve Bank of Cleveland President Beth Hammack said on Tuesday it remains possible that she’ll advocate for higher interest rates if inflation pressures don’t moderate.

Fed's Hammack tells CNBC rate hikes may be needed to quell high inflation
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Cuba's top diplomat says talks with United States showing 'no progress'

Cuba's foreign minister said on Tuesday that talks initiated earlier this year with long-time foe the United States had stalled, leaving

Cuba's top diplomat says talks with United States showing 'no progress'
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Pirelli plans investments worth up to $1.2 billion to expand US capacity

Italian tyremaker Pirelli on Tuesday said it had a multi-year investment plan for the United States worth around $1 billion to $1.2 billion and aimed at increasing

Pirelli plans investments worth up to $1.2 billion to expand US capacity
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Oil prices little changed but set for steepest monthly and quarterly losses since 2020

Oil prices were little changed on Tuesday but were headed for their biggest monthly and quarterly losses since the COVID-19 pandemic in early 2020, with investors

Oil prices little changed but set for steepest monthly and quarterly losses since 2020
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Top cases decided during the US Supreme Court's term

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Top cases decided during the US Supreme Court's term
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Mexico cocaine seizures may reflect World Cup demand, experts say

Two major Mexican seizures of cocaine this month, including a rare bust in a state neighboring Mexico City, suggest the cartels are moving greater

Mexico cocaine seizures may reflect World Cup demand, experts say
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US energy chief exhorts data center backers to push back against opponents

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US energy chief exhorts data center backers to push back against opponents
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Boeing, engineers' union begin contract talks

Boeing and the union representing its engineers and technical workers said on Tuesday they would begin formal contract talks ahead of the expiration of their labor agreements in

Boeing, engineers' union begin contract talks
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Mercosur launches economic partnership talks with Japan, eyes China

The South American trade bloc Mercosur launched negotiations with Japan on Tuesday for an economic partnership agreement as it seeks to expand trade ties following a

Mercosur launches economic partnership talks with Japan, eyes China