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Why not having a succession plan can derail your business — and put your legacy at risk

Why not having a succession plan can derail your business — and put your legacy at risk

Having a solid succession plan in place is crucial to ensure a seamless transition of ownership, especially when faced with the unexpected. According to Rocket Lawyer, however, 72% of companies don't have one. Here are some tips to get started.

6 years ago
U.S. stocks, Treasury yields drop ahead of Fed decision

U.S. stocks, Treasury yields drop ahead of Fed decision

Wall Street fell and U.S. Treasury yields dipped as data showed weakening U.S. economic growth and investors looked to an expected rate cut from the Federal Reserve.



6 years ago
Fiat Chrysler and Peugeot in talks over $50 billion tie-up

Fiat Chrysler and Peugeot in talks over $50 billion tie-up

Talks between Fiat Chrysler and Peugeot owner PSA over a potential tie-up that could create a $50 billion car giant gathered pace on Wednesday, with one source saying a deal could be announced as early as Thursday.



6 years ago
Consumers support U.S. economy as business spending slumps

Consumers support U.S. economy as business spending slumps

U.S. economic growth slowed less than expected in the third quarter as a further contraction in business investment was offset by resilient consumer spending, further allaying financial market fears of a recession.



6 years ago
White House says it still aims to sign U.S.-China trade deal next month

White House says it still aims to sign U.S.-China trade deal next month

The Trump administration still expects to sign an initial trade agreement with China next month despite the cancellation of the APEC summit in Chile where officials had hoped to finalize the pact, the White House said on Wednesday.



6 years ago
Trump's attempt to force feed China U.S. farm products stymies trade talks

Trump's attempt to force feed China U.S. farm products stymies trade talks

U.S. President Donald Trump's demand that Beijing commit to big purchases of American farm products has become a major sticking point in talks to end the Sino-U.S. trade war, according to several people briefed on the negotiations.



6 years ago
GM President Mark Reuss takes on additional leadership role

GM President Mark Reuss takes on additional leadership role

General Motors Co said on Wednesday President Mark Reuss would now oversee North America, South America, China and international regions.



6 years ago
GE still sees $1.4 billion cash cost from Boeing 737 MAX grounding in 2019

GE still sees $1.4 billion cash cost from Boeing 737 MAX grounding in 2019

General Electric Co still expects the grounding of Boeing Co's 737 MAX jetliner to reduce its cash flow by $1.4 billion in 2019, provided the aircraft remains grounded all year, GE Chief Executive Larry Culp said during a conference call on quarterly earnings on Wednesday.



6 years ago
More than half of adults over 50 would rather die than do this

More than half of adults over 50 would rather die than do this

The prospect of living in a nursing care facility is so unsavory that 54% of adults over age 50 say they would rather die than reside in one, according to Nationwide Retirement Institute.

6 years ago
As S&P 500 hits record highs, investors may be planning to take some risk off the table

As S&P 500 hits record highs, investors may be planning to take some risk off the table

As the market climbs to new highs, you might be tempted to ratchet back your exposure to stocks. But now is not the time to do that, experts say, unless you're in a couple of specific situations.

6 years ago
Fed expected to cut rates, but resilient economy may signal pause ahead

Fed expected to cut rates, but resilient economy may signal pause ahead

The Federal Reserve is expected to reduce interest rates on Wednesday, but new data showing resilient U.S. economic growth may make that rate cut the last for now.



6 years ago
Samsung Elec upbeat on chip outlook as third-quarter profit falls 56%

Samsung Elec upbeat on chip outlook as third-quarter profit falls 56%

Samsung Electronics Co Ltd said chip sales should pick up in 2020 as it reported a 56% fall in third-quarter operating profit on Thursday, reeling from memory price declines amid a prolonged industry downturn.



6 years ago
Former Exxon CEO Rex Tillerson testifies in climate change fraud trial

Former Exxon CEO Rex Tillerson testifies in climate change fraud trial

Former Exxon Mobil Corp Chief Executive Officer Rex Tillerson answered questions on Wednesday about the oil major's methods of measuring potential costs of climate change, as he testified in a closely watched civil lawsuit accusing the company of hiding the costs from investors.



6 years ago
Citi plans to withdraw from two-thirds of foreign exchange platforms: FT

Citi plans to withdraw from two-thirds of foreign exchange platforms: FT

Citigroup Inc plans to compete on fewer foreign exchange platforms to win business from clients, Financial Times reported earlier on Wednesday, citing sources familiar with the matter.



6 years ago
Wall Street flat on mixed earnings; all eyes on Fed

Wall Street flat on mixed earnings; all eyes on Fed

U.S. stock indexes treaded water on Wednesday as investors assessed mixed corporate reports in the thick of earnings season, while bracing for a policy decision by the Federal Reserve later in the day.



6 years ago