U.S. applications for jobless aid rise last week
WASHINGTON — The number of Americans applying for unemployment benefits rose slightly last week but remains historically low even as the U.S. economy slows in…
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Saudis say US sought 1 month delay of OPEC+ production cuts
DUBAI, United Arab Emirates — Saudi Arabia said today that the U.S. had urged the kingdom to postpone a decision by OPEC and its allies…
Social Security benefits to jump by 8.7% next year
WASHINGTON — Millions of Social Security recipients will get an 8.7% boost in their benefits in 2023. That’s a historic increase and welcome news for…
US inflation pressures further intensified in September
WASHINGTON — Inflation in the United States accelerated in September, with the cost of housing and other necessities intensifying pressure on households, wiping out pay…
Taiwan chipmaker TSMC says quarterly profit $8.8 billion
TAIPEI, Taiwan — Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing Co., the biggest contract manufacturer of processor chips for smartphones and other products, said today that its quarterly profit…
Spain unveils 3 billion-euro energy aid plan for households
MADRID — Spanish Socialist Prime Minister Pedro Sánchez today announced a 3 billion-euro ($2.9 billion) package in new subsidies to help people weather high gas…
Delta posts $695 million Q3 profit, expects big holiday rush
Delta Air Lines reported a $695 million third-quarter profit as higher average fares this summer and a lucrative credit-card business more than offset higher fuel…
UK leader Truss under pressure to ditch economic plan
LONDON — A senior member of the U.K. government today rejected suggestions that Prime Minister Liz Truss should step down after lawmakers from her own…
Had enough? S&P plunge could deepen if recession takes hold
NEW YORK — If the economy really is headed for a recession, the stock market might have more to drop. The S&P 500 came into…
Acquisition makes Iowa-based company 2nd largest farm retailer in U.S.
SIOUX CITY, Iowa — The recent acquisition of some 73 stores from a Missouri-based company has made Bomgaars the nation’s second largest farm and ranch…