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Trump says trade deal 'possible' with China's Xi, tariffs could be lower

Trump says trade deal 'possible' with China's Xi, tariffs could be lower

U.S. President Donald Trump said on Wednesday that a trade deal with Chinese President Xi Jinping was possible this weekend but he is prepared to impose U.S. tariffs on virtually all remaining Chinese imports if the two countries continue to disagree.



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U.S. regulator cites new flaw on grounded Boeing 737 MAX

U.S. regulator cites new flaw on grounded Boeing 737 MAX

The U.S. Federal Aviation Administration has identified a new risk that Boeing Co must address on its 737 MAX before the grounded jet can return to service, the agency said on Wednesday.



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City ransomware attacks and huge payouts mean a once-private corporate problem has gone public

These attacks have given the public the opportunity to examine the problems associated with ransomware, where corporations -- not obligated to disclose these attacks -- have mostly handled them behind closed doors.

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United Airlines extends 737 MAX cancellations until Sept. 3

United Airlines extends 737 MAX cancellations until Sept. 3

United Airlines said on Wednesday it has decided to remove the Boeing 737 MAX from its flying schedule until Sept. 3, leading to about 1,900 total flight cancellations in August.



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FAA identifies new risk on Boeing 737 MAX

FAA identifies new risk on Boeing 737 MAX

The U.S. Federal Aviation Administration has identified a new potential risk that Boeing Co must address on its 737 MAX before the grounded jet can return to service, the agency said on Wednesday.



7 years ago
Exclusive: FAA says it identifies new potential risk on 737 MAX

Exclusive: FAA says it identifies new potential risk on 737 MAX

The U.S. Federal Aviation Administration has identified a new potential risk that Boeing Co must address on its 737 MAX before the grounded jet can return to service, the agency told Reuters on Wednesday.



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Huawei Technologies loses trade secrets case against U.S. chip designer

Huawei Technologies loses trade secrets case against U.S. chip designer

A U.S. jury on Wednesday cleared California semiconductor designer CNEX Labs Inc of stealing trade secrets from Chinese electronics giant Huawei Technologies.



7 years ago
S&P 500 dips as healthcare declines counter tech gains

S&P 500 dips as healthcare declines counter tech gains

The S&P 500 ended lower on Wednesday as gains in technology stocks were offset by a drop in healthcare shares, and investors parsed mixed messages over prospects for a deal to end a trade war between the United States and China.



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Bayer seeks glyphosate litigation advice as Elliott reveals stake

Bayer seeks glyphosate litigation advice as Elliott reveals stake

Chemicals giant Bayer, under pressure from activist shareholders, said on Wednesday it has hired an external lawyer to advise its supervisory board and has set up a committee to help resolve a multi-billion dollar glyphosate litigation issue.



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Huawei Technologies loses trade secrets theft case against U.S. chip designer

Huawei Technologies loses trade secrets theft case against U.S. chip designer

A U.S. jury on Wednesday cleared California semiconductor designer CNEX Labs Inc of stealing trade secrets from Chinese electronics giant Huawei Technologies.



7 years ago

House passes bill that would block enforcement of new SEC investor protection rule

One of the amendments attached to an appropriations bill would prohibit the Securities and Exchange Commission from implementing and enforcing its "Regulation Best Interest."

7 years ago
Bayer seeks outside advice on litigation as Elliott reveals stake

Bayer seeks outside advice on litigation as Elliott reveals stake

Chemicals giant Bayer, under pressure from activist shareholders, said on Wednesday it has hired an external lawyer to advise its supervisory board and has set up a new committee to resolve a multi-billion dollar glyphosate litigation issue.



7 years ago
Wall Street gains on tech rally, trade hopes rekindled

Wall Street gains on tech rally, trade hopes rekindled

Technology shares led the S&P 500 and the Nasdaq higher on Wednesday after remarks by Treasury Secretary Steven Mnuchin rekindled hopes for a de-escalation of U.S.-China trade tensions and brought buyers back from the sidelines.



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General Electric's machinists oppose tentative labor deal

General Electric's machinists oppose tentative labor deal

The machinists union said on Wednesday it opposes a tentative labor contract reached this week with General Electric Co, potentially impeding the Boston-based conglomerate's efforts to avoid labor unrest during a difficult period.



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Bitcoin soars past $13,000 as Facebook's Libra fuels demand

Bitcoin soars past $13,000 as Facebook's Libra fuels demand

Bitcoin jumped to an 18-month high on Wednesday, as investors looked for safety in alternative investments amid geopolitical tension, and cheered prospects that Facebook Inc's Libra token could push cryptocurrencies into the mainstream.



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