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Factbox-Companies have planned for US East Coast ports strike
(Reuters) - Some 45,000 union workers walked off the job at seaports on the U.S. East and Gulf Coasts on Oct. 1, cutting off vital trade arteries just weeks ahead of the nation's presidential elec...
Asia's factory activity hit by global uncertainty, focus on China stimulus
By Leika KiharaTOKYO (Reuters) -Asia's factory activity weakened in September as soft Chinese demand and global economic uncertainty pointed to a challenging outlook, private-sector surveys showed, ke...
Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing Company (TSM) Reports Strong August Sales, Considers Mega Chip Factory Partnership with Samsung in UAE
The article discusses the impact of AI across various industries, highlighting the growth and transformation it brings. It emphasizes the potential for economic growth, improved healthcare, financial ...
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China's factory, service sectors skid, emboldening stimulus calls
By Reuters | 1 day agoBy Ellen Zhang, Ryan WooBEIJING (Reuters) -China's factory activity shrank for a fifth straight month and the services sector slowed sharply in September, suggesting Beijing will need even more stimul...
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Factbox-Austria election: An overview of political parties' immigration policies
By Reuters | 1 day ago(Reuters) - Austria's far-right Freedom Party won on Sunday a parliamentary election for the first time after a campaign that leant heavily into voters' concerns over immigration levels.The FPO wi...
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China's factory, service sectors skid as stimulus calls grow
By Yahoo! Finance | 1 day agoChina's factory activity declined for the fifth consecutive month in September, with the services sector also slowing. More stimulus measures are needed to meet Beijing's growth target for 2024, as po...
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Liberty's Sabrina Ionescu the X-factor in rematch vs. defending...
By New York Post | 1 day agoThe Liberty faced a tough loss in the WNBA Finals last year, with Sabrina Ionescu struggling. However, this year she has shown improved versatility, driving to the rim more and impacting the game in v...
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Think You Know Altria? Here's 1 Little-Known Fact You Can't Overlook.
By Yahoo! Finance | 2 days agoAltria (NYSE: MO) offers a high 8% dividend yield, but faces risks due to its declining cigarette business. Despite loyal customers and price hikes, the company's reliance on cigarettes poses challeng...
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Is Rocky Mountain Chocolate Factory, Inc. (RMCF) the Best Chocolate Stock to Buy Now?
By Yahoo! Finance | 3 days agoRocky Mountain Chocolate Factory, Inc. (NASDAQ: RMCF) is a top chocolate stock despite challenges like rising cocoa prices. The company is taking steps to improve its financial position and strategic ...
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Musk announced 'anti-woke' TV show with Tucker Carlson? No, that's satire | Fact check
By USA Today | 3 days agoElon Musk did not announce an 'anti-woke' TV show with Tucker Carlson. The claim originated from a satirical Facebook account and is false. Musk has not made any credible announcements regarding such ...
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Will Harris's new manufacturing policy move the election needle?
By Yahoo! Finance | 3 days agoAs Election Day nears, Vice President Harris and former President Trump are closely tied in the polls. Harris focuses on government involvement in sectors like biomanufacturing, aerospace, and quantum...
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GM is ready to let go of scores of factory temps due to a disagreement with local UAW
By Yahoo! Finance | 3 days agoGeneral Motors may lay off 275 part-time temporary workers at two plants if local UAW leaders don't sign letters agreeing to keep them in part-time roles. The shop chairmen refuse, arguing GM should p...
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Multiple Factors Lifted NextEra Energy (NEE) in Q2
By Yahoo! Finance | 3 days agoClearBridge Investments released its Q2 2024 investor letter for the ClearBridge Global Infrastructure Value Strategy, highlighting NextEra Energy, Inc. (NYSE:NEE). The stock showed strong performance...
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Post wrongly claims Harris spokesperson said VP isn't gun owner | Fact check
By USA Today | 3 days agoA claim circulating on social media that Kamala Harris' campaign spokesperson said she doesn't own a gun is false. In fact, the spokesperson confirmed Harris owns a firearm and supports the Second Ame...
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Fact check: Heat pumps move heat energy from outside to inside a home
By Yahoo! Finance | 3 days agoHeat pumps are highly efficient, releasing 3 times more heat energy into a home than they consume in electricity. Gas boilers and electric heaters work differently, with gas boilers being 90% efficien...