Up to 150 million could join extreme poor, World Bank says
JOHANNESBURG — Up to 150 million people could slip into extreme poverty, living on less than $1.90 per day, by late next year depending on…
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Trump signals willingness to help airlines and markets jump
SILVER SPRING, Md. — Shares in major U.S. airlines jumped at the opening bell, pulling the broader market along, after President Donald Trump signaled a…
Spain unveils huge economic recovery plan amid pandemic
LISBON, Portugal — Spain’s prime minister unveiled a major plan today to boost his country out of recession by spending 140 billion euros ($162 billion)…
Charles Schwab completes its $22 billion purchase of TD Ameritrade
OMAHA, Neb. — Charles Schwab has completed its roughly $22 billion acquisition of rival broker TD Ameritrade. The companies said the deal was completed Tuesday…
Fed’s Powell: Lack of further stimulus imperils recovery
WASHINGTON — Strong financial support from the government and the Federal Reserve have spurred a solid recovery from the pandemic recession, but the rebound may…
US job postings edge down to 6.49 million
WASHINGTON — U.S. employers advertised for slightly fewer jobs in August as hiring ticked up modestly. The number of U.S. job postings on the last…
‘Dune’ ditches 2020, while AMC commits to staying open
The 2020 theatrical release calendar is getting even slimmer in the wake of the announcement that Regal cinemas are temporarily closing, although AMC, North America’s…
US trade deficit up to $67.1 billion in August, 14-year high
WASHINGTON — The U.S. trade deficit rose in August to the highest level in 14 years. The Commerce Department reported today that the gap between…
IMF head says global economy facing long climb to recovery
WASHINGTON — The head of the International Monetary Fund says that the global economy has started on a long climb to stronger growth with prospects…
Australia plans massive pandemic budget, record deficit
CANBERRA, Australia — The Australian government today announced plans to cut income taxes, create jobs for young people and stimulate business investment with a raft…