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Why is UroGen Pharma stock sliding today?
Democrats’ big election win revives a difficult Social Security question: Who pays?
There are many ideas for saving Social Security. All of them will hurt.
UK government considers smart glasses ban over secret filming concerns
Minister hints at restriction on selling technology ‘to certain users’ amid worries over surreptitious filming of women The government is considering placing restrictions on smart glasses amid concerns the technology is being used to surreptitiously film women, a minister has said. Speaking in the House of Commons, the safeguarding minister, Satvir Kaur, hinted at a ban on selling the technology…
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Wall Street veteran says these are some of the most unbelievable charts he has ever seen
A historic divergence has split the U.S. stock market: The benchmark S&P 500 index has tumbled into deeply oversold territory even as nearly half of its constituent stocks remained decidedly overbought.
McDonald’s tests new value menu as fast-food discount wars heat up
The burger chain is overhauling its menu and seeking to deliver a “clear and compelling value proposition.”
Why is Performance Food Group stock surging today?
U.S. stocks higher at close of trade; Dow Jones Industrial Average up 3.19%
3M stock soars following $7.35 billion ’forever chemicals’ settlement
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Canada stocks higher at close of trade; S&P/TSX Composite up 2.39%
Brazil stocks higher at close of trade; Bovespa up 0.99%
Oil prices are in freefall now that the Democratic sweep is ‘rewriting the Iran playbook’
Oil dropped Wednesday, putting prices on track for their largest one-week decline since 2020.
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As Vistra and other energy stocks slide, some analysts warn of an ‘excessive knee-jerk’ reaction
Energy stocks have already been under pressure, and newly elected officials may not slow the data-center boom as much as feared.
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Crude oil prices fall below $90 a barrel as Vance blames GOP election defeat on Iran war
Crude oil prices tumbled Wednesday after Vice President JD Vance blamed the Republicans' steep midterm election losses on the Iran war.
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Why we're kicking CVS out of our Bullpen watchlist. Plus, Intel's CEO makes a stand
Every weekday, the Investing Club releases the Homestretch; an actionable afternoon update just in time for the last hour of trading.
CVS Health plans to split itself up. Here's why a breakup could make sense now
Analysts say that after a roughly two-year turnaround the company's retail pharmacy business and other units may be strong enough to stand on their own.
Bullish
Democrats take Congress in a blue wave. Here's what it means for your money
Blue wave gives Democrats control of Congress. Here's how their agenda could affect your money, from health care and taxes to student loans and Social Security.
Why is Vermilion Energy stock tumbling today?
How Trump’s Energy Policies Helped Trigger Midterm Rout
The war in Iran, efforts to promote fossil fuels and attacks on renewable energy contributed to higher prices for gas and electricity that drove voter discontent.
Why is Canadian Natural Resources stock sliding today?
Kellogg's admits snap, crackle and pop is quieter after uproar over Rice Krispies recipe change
The cereal giant has changed the recipes for Rice Krispies and Coco Pops, sparking a backlash online.