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That bad? How the U.S. economy stacks up to past rate cut cycles

That bad? How the U.S. economy stacks up to past rate cut cycles

Spooked by a global economic slowdown, the U.S. Federal Reserve is seen launching on Wednesday its fifth interest rate-cutting campaign since 1995. It will come despite many signs of strength in the U.S. economy.



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A Fed interest rate cut is in the bag. What then?

A Fed interest rate cut is in the bag. What then?

U.S. central bankers are expected to lower borrowing costs this week for the first time since the depths of the financial crisis more than a decade ago. That's the easy part.



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Exclusive: First big U.S. offshore wind project hits snag due to fishing-industry concerns

Exclusive: First big U.S. offshore wind project hits snag due to fishing-industry concerns

Trump administration infighting is holding up approval of the first major U.S. offshore wind energy project, with agencies sparring over whether the proposal does enough to protect the fishing industry, according to interviews and agency documents.



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Grab says to invest $2 billion in Indonesia using funds from SoftBank

Grab says to invest $2 billion in Indonesia using funds from SoftBank

Southeast Asian ride-hailing firm Grab on Monday said it will invest $2 billion into Indonesia over five years using capital received from Japanese technology investor SoftBank Group Corp .



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Exclusive: BlackRock in talks to take over Cofense after U.S. security concerns - sources

Exclusive: BlackRock in talks to take over Cofense after U.S. security concerns - sources

BlackRock Inc , an investor in Cofense Inc, is in advanced talks to take over the U.S. cyber security firm, after a U.S. national security panel asked buyout firm Pamplona Capital Management LLP to sell its stake, people familiar with the matter said on Sunday.



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Asian shares drift into trade talks, Fed test

Asian shares drift into trade talks, Fed test

Asian shares drifted lower on Monday as markets anxiously counted down to a likely cut in U.S. interest rates this week with much riding on whether or not the Federal Reserve signals yet more are in the pipeline.



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Asian shares guarded as investors count down to Fed

Asian shares guarded as investors count down to Fed

Asian shares got off to a cautious start on Monday as markets count down to a likely cut in U.S. interest rates this week with much riding on whether or not the Federal Reserve signals yet more are in the pipeline.



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As rural India develops taste for chocolate, a dominant Mondelez extends its reach

As rural India develops taste for chocolate, a dominant Mondelez extends its reach

Two years ago, Satish P., a bakery owner in the small village of Harohalli near Bengaluru, had his doubts about stocking Mondelez's Cadbury Silk bars.



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U.S., China move trade talks to Shanghai amid deal pessimism

U.S., China move trade talks to Shanghai amid deal pessimism

U.S. and Chinese trade negotiators shift to Shanghai this week for their first in-person talks since a G20 truce last month, a change of scenery for two sides struggling to resolve deep differences on how to end a year-long trade war.



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LSE-Refinitiv deal faces long antitrust review: sources

LSE-Refinitiv deal faces long antitrust review: sources

U.S. buyout fund Blackstone Group Inc is expected to announce the merger of its majority-owned financial data firm Refinitiv with the London Stock Exchange Group Plc within a week, but the deal is expected to face a long antitrust review before it can close, four sources told Reuters.



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SABIC CEO says no interest in taking over Clariant

SABIC CEO says no interest in taking over Clariant

Saudi Basic Industries Corp (SABIC) has no interest in taking over Swiss chemicals firm Clariant and considers its 25% stake in the company as "a long term strategic investment," said its chief executive Yousef al-Benyan on Sunday.



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LSE's bid for Refinitiv spotlights quest for data, globality

LSE's bid for Refinitiv spotlights quest for data, globality

London Stock Exchange Group Plc's planned purchase of Refinitiv in a $27 billion deal is the latest sign that exchange operators are focusing more on data products to increase revenue, while also trying to expand their global reach.



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Here's how parents can cut their kids' college costs

There are pros and cons to dual enrollment and AP courses.

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Americans fork over billions in hidden fees

Hidden or unexpected fees on everything from concert tickets to hotel stays are costly. Here's what you can do to avoid the annoying surprise.

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College on the cheap? These nine schools charge nothing at all

Even as college costs soar, these well-regarded schools charge no tuition at all.

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