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Futures rise on bounce in China factory activity; U.S. jobs report awaited

Futures rise on bounce in China factory activity; U.S. jobs report awaited

U.S. stock index futures gained on Friday as a surprise rise in China's manufacturing activity boosted sentiment, while investors awaited a crucial U.S. jobs report.



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AIG third-quarter profit misses estimates

AIG third-quarter profit misses estimates

Insurer American International Group Inc missed analysts' estimates for third-quarter profit on Friday due to weakness in its life and retirement business.



6 years ago
Why Brazil's bid to lure low cost airlines may be doomed

Why Brazil's bid to lure low cost airlines may be doomed

Brazilian government officials this week tempted airline executives with a pitch: Latin America's largest domestic aviation market is opening up and it badly needs more competition.



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Interested in a High Interest Bitcoin Saving’s Account?  Interview with Ledn CEO, Adam Reeds

Interested in a High Interest Bitcoin Saving’s Account? Interview with Ledn CEO, Adam Reeds

NCFA | Craig Asano | Nov 1, 2019 NCFA recently sat down with Toronto-based Ledn's CEO and Co-Founder Adam Reeds (LinkedIn) to learn more about the rise of Decentralized Finance (DeFi) and the company's tremendous growth in Latin America. There are a number of growing DeFi use cases based around blockchain technologies and decentralized networks

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White House adviser Kudlow sees optimism over China trade deal

White House adviser Kudlow sees optimism over China trade deal

China trade talks are making progress and the United States still aims to sign an initial deal this month, although the phase one agreement remains unfinished and some issues will be pushed to a second pact, a White House official said on Friday.



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With U.S. hiring robust, Fed's rate pause gets buy-in

With U.S. hiring robust, Fed's rate pause gets buy-in

A show of strength in the labor market is giving traders a bit more confidence that the Federal Reserve will keep borrowing costs where they are for now after it cut interest rates for a third time earlier this week.



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Cboe Europe President Hemsley to retire

Cboe Europe President Hemsley to retire

Cboe Global Markets said on Friday the President of Cboe Europe, Mark Hemsley, would retire from the company at the end of February and named David Howson, chief operating officer of its European operations as his successor, beginning Jan. 1.



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Treasury yields jump after better-than-expected jobs report

Treasury yields jump after better-than-expected jobs report

Yields on U.S. government bonds jumped on Friday morning after domestic job growth slowed less than expected in October, suggesting the Federal Reserve was justified in signaling on Wednesday that it would pause interest rate cuts going forward.



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How your travel plans affect which Medicare coverage you should choose

How your travel plans affect which Medicare coverage you should choose

Covered for medical services while traveling depends partly on where you're going and how you receive your Medicare benefits.

6 years ago
Fed's Clarida says the U.S. economy is in good place after rate cuts

Fed's Clarida says the U.S. economy is in good place after rate cuts

The three rate cuts passed by the Federal Reserve this year leave the U.S. economy better armed to withstand the risks of a global slowdown, Fed Vice Chair Richard Clarida said on Friday.



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Electric Audi SUV tops Norway's October car sales

Electric Audi SUV tops Norway's October car sales

German auto maker Audi's fully-electric e-tron sports utility vehicle was the top-selling car in Norway last month with an 8.3% market share, registration data showed on Friday.



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U.S. construction spending beats expectations on homebuilding

U.S. construction spending beats expectations on homebuilding

U.S. construction spending increased more than expected in September as investment in homebuilding rose its highest level in nine months.



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AbbVie says multiple parties vying for assets related to Allergan deal approval

AbbVie says multiple parties vying for assets related to Allergan deal approval

AbbVie Inc said on Friday it was in talks with several parties interested in buying the two assets it intends to divest for the completion of its $63 billion deal to buy drugmaker Allergan Plc .



6 years ago
U.S., China trade working hard to conclude trade deal: Mnuchin

U.S., China trade working hard to conclude trade deal: Mnuchin

The United States and China are working hard to conclude a trade deal following directions from their leaders, U.S. Treasury Secretary Steven Mnuchin said on Friday.



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These savings accounts will earn you over 20 times more than the average rate

These savings accounts will earn you over 20 times more than the average rate

As the Federal Reserve lowers rates, some banks are pulling back their offerings on savings accounts and certificates of deposit. Here are the best current offers.

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