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It's official: U.S. economy entered recession in February

It's official: U.S. economy entered recession in February

The U.S. economy ended its longest expansion in history in February and entered recession as a result of the coronavirus pandemic, the private economics research group that acts as the arbiter for determining U.S. business cycles said on Monday.



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JetBlue to fly about 50% of July schedule, more in August: CNBC interview

JetBlue to fly about 50% of July schedule, more in August: CNBC interview

JetBlue Airways Corp expects to fly about half of its original schedule in July, up from about 25% to 30% in June, and a bit more in August as leisure demand begins to recover, Chief Executive Robin Hayes told CNBC in an interview on Monday.



6 years ago
Nasdaq rises to record again on economic recovery hopes

Nasdaq rises to record again on economic recovery hopes

U.S. stocks rose on Monday with the Nasdaq hitting a new intraday high after a surprisingly upbeat jobs report last week raised expectations of a swift recovery from a coronavirus-driven downturn.



6 years ago
Wall Street marches higher on hopes of swift economic rebound

Wall Street marches higher on hopes of swift economic rebound

Wall Street's main indexes rose on Monday, building on last week's sharp gains after a surprisingly upbeat jobs report raised bets of a swift recovery from a coronavirus-driven downturn.



6 years ago
Nestle confirms sale of Buitoni brand's North American business

Nestle confirms sale of Buitoni brand's North American business

Nestle SA is selling the North American business of its Buitoni pasta brand to private-equity firm Brynwood Partners, the Swiss food group said on Monday.



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Banking Must Take A Stand On Tough Social Issues

Banking Must Take A Stand On Tough Social Issues

The Financial Brand | Jim Marous | Jun 8, 2020 The COVID-19 crisis, combined with the recent incidents involving racial injustice, result in a dual pandemic for minority neighborhoods across the country. Financial institutions must increase their resolve to support racial and gender equality, diversity and inclusion within their organizations and in their communities. While

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Here's what these Gen Z investors learned when they opened robo-advisor accounts

Here's what these Gen Z investors learned when they opened robo-advisor accounts

They were shocked. They didn't expect to lose money. They're glad they started investing and here's what they learned.

6 years ago
35 million stimulus checks are still outstanding. What you need to know if you're waiting for your money

35 million stimulus checks are still outstanding. What you need to know if you're waiting for your money

While a majority of stimulus payments are out the door, millions of Americans are still waiting for their money. Here's the latest on who is affected and what you can do to make sure you're on the government's radar.

6 years ago
Lufthansa's Austrian arm gets 450 million euro government bailout

Lufthansa's Austrian arm gets 450 million euro government bailout

Austria is granting Lufthansa's Austrian Airlines unit a 450 million euro ($508 million) bailout that will protect Vienna as a transit hub and safeguard "the bulk" of the flag carrier's 7,000 jobs, the government said on Monday.



6 years ago
Exclusive: Fiat, PSA merger hits EU roadblock, may need concessions - sources

Exclusive: Fiat, PSA merger hits EU roadblock, may need concessions - sources

Fiat Chrysler's planned $50 billion merger with Peugeot maker PSA has hit a bump after EU regulators voiced concerns about the companies' market share in small vans, indicating concessions may be required, sources said.



6 years ago
Nasdaq hits new record on swift economic recovery hopes

Nasdaq hits new record on swift economic recovery hopes

U.S. stocks rose on Monday, with the Nasdaq hitting a record high for the second straight session, after a surprisingly upbeat jobs report last week raised bets of a swift recovery from a coronavirus-driven downturn.



6 years ago
If you used a chunk of your PPP loan for rent, you can still get some forgiveness

If you used a chunk of your PPP loan for rent, you can still get some forgiveness

More relief is around the corner for small-business owners. Partial forgiveness is in play for people who used less than 60% of their Paycheck Protection Program loan to cover payroll expenses, according to the Treasury Department and Small Business Administration..

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U.S. economy entered recession in February, business cycle arbiter says

U.S. economy entered recession in February, business cycle arbiter says

The U.S. economy ended its longest expansion in history in February and entered recession as a result of the coronavirus pandemic, the private economics research group that acts as the arbiter for determining U.S. business cycles said on Monday.



6 years ago
Druckenmiller is still betting on Amazon and Microsoft but is overall bearish on growth stocks

Druckenmiller is still betting on Amazon and Microsoft but is overall bearish on growth stocks

"I have the least growth weighting in my portfolio that I've had in maybe six or seven years," Druckenmiller told CNBC.

6 years ago
VW says Stefan Sommer, board member for procurement to leave

VW says Stefan Sommer, board member for procurement to leave

Volkswagen said Stefan Sommer, group board member for procurement and components, will leave the company on June 30, 2020 as part of a broader management reshuffle.



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