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Hong Kong leader warns U.S. law will hurt business confidence, promises economic relief

Hong Kong leader warns U.S. law will hurt business confidence, promises economic relief

Hong Kong leader Carrie Lam said on Tuesday U.S. legislation supporting protesters may damage business confidence in the financial hub, as she announced a fourth round of relief measures to boost the city's battered economy.



6 years ago
Why advisors encourage these older investors to buy more stocks

Why advisors encourage these older investors to buy more stocks

Just because you're approaching retirement doesn't mean you have to shy away from stocks. Financial advisors discuss why it may make sense for investors to step up their equity allocation.

6 years ago
Here are the biggest analyst calls of the day: Roku, Wells Fargo, Biogen & more
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Could life insurance go up in smoke for some vapers?

Could life insurance go up in smoke for some vapers?

Global reinsurers are stepping up their warnings to life insurer clients about the potential risks of vaping, putting pressure on underwriters to charge certain vapers higher rates than smokers, or even exclude them altogether.



6 years ago
How to avoid digging yourself deeper in debt this holiday season

How to avoid digging yourself deeper in debt this holiday season

If you already have outstanding credit card balances, take these steps to prevent those debts from ballooning out of control this holiday season.

6 years ago
Wells Fargo is downgraded by Raymond James, cites lingering 'stigma' from accounts scandal

Wells Fargo is downgraded by Raymond James, cites lingering 'stigma' from accounts scandal

Raymond James downgrades shares of Wells Fargo to underperform from market perform, saying the bank is in for a rocky new year.

6 years ago
President Trump's approval rating among business owners hits all-time high: Survey

President Trump's approval rating among business owners hits all-time high: Survey

President Trump's approval rating among small business owners hits an all-time high, according to the Q4 2019 CNBC/SurveyMonkey Small Business Survey, as increased optimism about a U.S.-China trade deal buoys Main Street confidence.

6 years ago
Italy's FIOM union says new models needed for full employment at FCA's Turin plant

Italy's FIOM union says new models needed for full employment at FCA's Turin plant

Italian metalworker union FIOM on Monday called on Fiat Chrysler to come up with new car models to be produced in its home town of Turin to ensure the Mirafiori plant there reaches full employment.



6 years ago
Wall Street opens flat as Trump to restore tariffs on metal imports

Wall Street opens flat as Trump to restore tariffs on metal imports

Wall Street opened largely flat on Monday as President Donald Trump said he would restore tariffs on metal imports from Brazil and Argentina, with investors shrugging off a surprise rise in Chinese manufacturing activity.



6 years ago
Wall Street drops on weak factory activity, tariffs on metal imports

Wall Street drops on weak factory activity, tariffs on metal imports

U.S. stocks fell on Monday after President Donald Trump decided to restore tariffs on metal imports from Brazil and Argentina, and weak factory activity fanned worries of a slowing domestic economy due to a long-drawn trade war with China.



6 years ago
U.S. oil output growth slows: just how much is anyone's guess

U.S. oil output growth slows: just how much is anyone's guess

U.S. oil producers could expand daily output by 1 million barrels next year, or by as little as 100,000 barrels, with the wide gap creating huge uncertainty as OPEC officials gather this week to weigh production curbs.



6 years ago
Cyber Monday sales poised to top $9.4 billion

Cyber Monday sales poised to top $9.4 billion

Cyber Monday sales were on course to bring in a record $9.4 billion, according to early estimates, building on a bumper Black Friday weekend for retailers driven by earlier-than-usual promotions and free shipping.



6 years ago
What to watch out for when shopping online from work this Cyber Monday

What to watch out for when shopping online from work this Cyber Monday

About 52% of workers plan to shop online at work this Cyber Monday. Here's what to know about the risks to your employer's security and your professional reputation before you click "buy."

6 years ago
Dollar, stocks slide on Trump tweets, dour PMI data

Dollar, stocks slide on Trump tweets, dour PMI data

The dollar and global stock markets retreated on Monday after U.S. President Donald Trump said he would restore tariffs on some imports from Brazil and Argentina, overshadowing data that showed the Chinese and euro zone economies were stabilizing.



6 years ago
Oil futures rise on talk of further OPEC+ supply curbs

Oil futures rise on talk of further OPEC+ supply curbs

Oil futures gained over 1% on Monday on hints the Organization of the Petroleum Exporting Countries (OPEC) and its allies may agree to deepen output cuts at a meeting this week and as rising manufacturing activity in China suggested stronger demand.



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