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Former Danske Bank Estonian head found dead by police

Former Danske Bank Estonian head found dead by police

A former head of Danske Bank's Estonian branch, who was a witness in an investigation into alleged money laundering, has been found dead by police in Estonia.



7 years ago
Nintendo's Mario mobile game has server overload on launch day

Nintendo's Mario mobile game has server overload on launch day

Nintendo Co Ltd's hotly awaited mobile title Mario Kart Tour launched on Wednesday with many users initially complaining server overload meant they were unable to play the game - seen as a major test of the Kyoto-based company's mobile ambitions.



7 years ago
German state of Hesse: We are ready to help Thomas Cook Germany

German state of Hesse: We are ready to help Thomas Cook Germany

The German regional state of Hesse stands ready to offer financial support to Thomas Cook's German unit, its Prime Minister Volker Bouffier said on Wednesday.



7 years ago
70% of workers quit at current $7.25 federal minimum wage in 'brutal' turnover cycle

70% of workers quit at current $7.25 federal minimum wage in 'brutal' turnover cycle

Wages aren't everything, but 70% of workers being paid the current federal minimum wage of $7.25/hour are likely to quit, according to a survey from Gusto. But the research also shows that does not mean a $15 minimum wage is a complete solution.

7 years ago
Thomas Cook Germany files for insolvency in bid to hive off business

Thomas Cook Germany files for insolvency in bid to hive off business

Thomas Cook GmbH, the German unit of the insolvent British travel operator, on Wednesday filed for insolvency with a view to carving out its brands and businesses from their failed parent.



7 years ago
Luxury group Kering trims Puma stake with 500 million euro bond

Luxury group Kering trims Puma stake with 500 million euro bond

French luxury group Kering moved to reduce its remaining stake in Puma on Wednesday by issuing bonds that can be exchanged for shares in the German sportswear brand.



7 years ago
Jamie Dimon says U.S. trade deal with China 'unlikely' before 2020 election

Jamie Dimon says U.S. trade deal with China 'unlikely' before 2020 election

Analysts have speculated that the Chinese government may want to wait for the outcome of what will be a contentious election before coming to terms with the U.S. on trade.

7 years ago
EBay CEO Devin Wenig steps down

EBay CEO Devin Wenig steps down

EBay Inc said on Wednesday Chief Executive Officer Devin Wenig has stepped down and the e-commerce company named its finance head Scott Schenkel as interim CEO.



7 years ago
70% of workers quit at current federal minimum wage in 'brutal' turnover cycle

70% of workers quit at current federal minimum wage in 'brutal' turnover cycle

Wages aren't everything, but 70% of workers being paid the current federal minimum wage of $7.25/hour are likely to quit, according to a survey from Gusto. But the research also shows that does not mean a $15 minimum wage is a complete solution.

7 years ago
U.S. oil activity slumps amid rising price uncertainty: Fed survey

U.S. oil activity slumps amid rising price uncertainty: Fed survey

U.S. oil and gas activity in some of the largest producing regions is declining, led by a weakening oilfield services sector as producers cut spending, according to an energy survey released on Wednesday by the Federal Reserve Bank of Dallas.



7 years ago
Wall Street set for best day in two weeks on Trump trade comments

Wall Street set for best day in two weeks on Trump trade comments

U.S. stock indexes were set for their best day in two weeks on Wednesday after President Donald Trump said a trade deal with China could happen sooner than expected, while Nike shares hit a record high on upbeat quarterly results.



7 years ago
Saudi crude loadings fall in September after attacks: trackers

Saudi crude loadings fall in September after attacks: trackers

Saudi Arabia's crude exports dropped steeply following the Sept. 14 attacks and remain lower month-on-month, according to export figures, a tangible sign that supplies to the market are being curbed even as production recovers.



7 years ago
Italy's Panetta seen bringing rigour and art to ECB board

Italy's Panetta seen bringing rigour and art to ECB board

Fabio Panetta will bring both creativity and rigorous data analysis skills to the European Central Bank's executive committee when he joins the six-member board in January, according to people who know the Bank of Italy deputy governor.



7 years ago
Want to invest like Warren Buffett? You'll need to recognize your emotions, not ignore them

Want to invest like Warren Buffett? You'll need to recognize your emotions, not ignore them

We're living, human beings with emotions and feelings. Stop trying to be a robot when it comes to your money.

7 years ago
Aston Martin rating cut deeper into junk amid Brexit, tariff worries: S&P

Aston Martin rating cut deeper into junk amid Brexit, tariff worries: S&P

Ratings agency Standard & Poor's has cut its credit rating on storied carmaker Aston Martin Lagonda Holdings deeper into junk territory on Wednesday amid concerns over the UK's exit from the European Union and threat of U.S. tariffs.



7 years ago