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S&P 500, Dow slip with investor focus on Middle East, but chipmakers climb

S&P 500, Dow slip with investor focus on Middle East, but chipmakers climb

The S&P 500 and Dow declined on Tuesday as investor uncertainty persisted amid the U.S.-Iran standoff, while energy shares fell as oil prices gave up recent gains.



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Exclusive: Impossible Foods abandons pursuit of McDonald's burger deal

Exclusive: Impossible Foods abandons pursuit of McDonald's burger deal

Impossible Foods is no longer trying to win a coveted deal to supply McDonald's Corp with plant-based burgers, telling Reuters it cannot produce enough of its imitation meat to partner with the world's No.1 fast-food chain.



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Citigroup names David Chubak, 39 year old ex-McKinsey partner, as head of US retail banking

Citigroup names David Chubak, 39 year old ex-McKinsey partner, as head of US retail banking

The move comes at a critical time for Citigroup and CEO Michael Corbat.

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In U-turn, Boeing recommends 737 MAX simulator training for pilots

In U-turn, Boeing recommends 737 MAX simulator training for pilots

Boeing Co said on Tuesday it was recommending that airline pilots undergo simulator training before they resume flying the 737 MAX, a shift from its previous position that pilots only needed computer-based training on new software following two fatal crashes.



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Latin America's Avianca reduces Airbus order by 20 planes

Latin America's Avianca reduces Airbus order by 20 planes

Latin American airline Avianca has reached an agreement with airplane manufacturer Airbus to reduce the number of planes it was set to buy by 20, the company said on Tuesday.



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U.S. trade deficit at three-year low as imports tumble

U.S. trade deficit at three-year low as imports tumble

The U.S. trade deficit fell to a more than three-year low in November as imports declined further, weighed down by the Trump administration's trade war with China, and exports rebounded, suggesting solid economic growth in the fourth quarter.



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Boeing recommending simulator training for pilots before resuming 737 MAX flights

Boeing recommending simulator training for pilots before resuming 737 MAX flights

Boeing Co is recommending that airline pilots undergo simulator training before they resume flying the 737 MAX, which has been grounded since March after two fatal crashes killed 346 people, a federal agency said on Tuesday.



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U.S., European regulators to meet with Boeing this week on 737 MAX software audit

U.S., European regulators to meet with Boeing this week on 737 MAX software audit

U.S. and European aviation safety regulators will meet with Boeing this week in an effort to complete a 737 MAX software documentation audit - a key step toward the grounded plane's eventual return to service.



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S&P 500, Dow dip as Middle East concerns persist; chips rally

S&P 500, Dow dip as Middle East concerns persist; chips rally

Oil stocks shed the most on the S&P 500 on Tuesday, taking the benchmark index further away from record highs, as investors nervously awaited the latest in the U.S.-Iran standoff.



6 years ago
Democratic candidate Michael Bennet proposes 44% tax rate for wealthiest Americans

Democratic candidate Michael Bennet proposes 44% tax rate for wealthiest Americans

Democratic presidential contender Michael Bennet wants to increase the top income-tax rate paid by the wealthiest Americans to 44%, which experts say exceeds that of other presidential hopefuls to date.

6 years ago
Stripteasing Musk launches Tesla SUV program In China

Stripteasing Musk launches Tesla SUV program In China

Elon Musk raised an online storm by dancing on stage at the launch of Tesla's Model Y electric sports utility vehicle program on Tuesday in its new Shanghai factory, where the company delivered its first cars built outside the United States to the public.



6 years ago
The retirement savings blind spot you don't realize you have

The retirement savings blind spot you don't realize you have

If you're like many Americans, you probably plan to push retirement off for as long as you can. But many workers are forced to quit early, often because of job loss or health issues. Here's why you need to factor in an earlier retirement date into your savings plan.

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U.S. Senate Finance panel advances new North American trade deal

U.S. Senate Finance panel advances new North American trade deal

The U.S. Senate Finance Committee voted on Tuesday to approve the U.S.-Mexico-Canada Agreement, moving the revamped North American trade deal a step closer to a final Senate vote in the coming days or weeks.



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Team activated to support global airline safety as Middle East tensions rise

Team activated to support global airline safety as Middle East tensions rise

An international aviation team has been activated to support "effective coordination and communication" between airlines and countries as tensions mount in the Middle East after a U.S. drone strike killed an Iranian military commander, global airlines body IATA said on Tuesday.



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