What Democrats’ midterm sweep means for your investments
Equity markets in the U.S. reacted with sharp moves after resounding victories by Democrats in the U.S. midterm elections.
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Airbnb can be positive for the community
Readers respond to an article by Arwa Mahdawi on some self-catering hosts calling for a strike in response to new guidelines Regarding Arwa Mahdawi’s article (Airbnb feels like a soulless rip-off – and its hosts are revolting, 28 October), I’m really sick of being scapegoated. I’m aware that Airbnb has negatively impacted some urban communities, but without the income from the two self-catering…
Sweden stocks higher at close of trade; OMX Stockholm 30 up 0.83%
Finland stocks higher at close of trade; OMX Helsinki 25 up 1.62%
A Lawsuit Says the McRib Is Lacking Something You Might Expect It to Have
A judge in Chicago ruled that the class-action lawsuit could proceed.
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Jim Cramer says this bank stock is a buy after its post-election pullback
The Investing Club holds its "Morning Meeting" every weekday at 10:20 a.m. ET.
Democrats’ midterm sweep fuels $750 billion Big Tech rally
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What Republicans' huge loss means for Trump
Trump's handling of tariffs, the Iran war and an array of Washington-area construction projects are sure to face sudden pushback from newly empowered Democrats.
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‘Never in a million years’: alligator strolls into North Carolina bagel shop
3ft-long reptile was looking for a meal before animal protective services safely removed it from establishment Surveillance cameras installed in a North Carolina bagel shop caught a small alligator purposefully strolling though the back door, through the stockroom and to the front counter, startling employees and customers – one of whom armed himself with a chair against the intruder. The…
Medicare prescription drug costs will jump 50% in 2027. Doing nothing could cost you.
Don’t sit on the sidelines during open enrollment.
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Poland stocks higher at close of trade; WIG30 up 1.47%
Denmark stocks higher at close of trade; OMX Copenhagen 20 up 2.66%
Elon Musk’s business empire braces for Democratic wave as Texas flips blue
Citadel sees year-end stock rally as Wall Street’s biggest buyers return
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Wall Street surges as investors cheer removal of midterms uncertainty
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Defense stocks slide on fear Democrats will curb spending. One analyst say it's a buying opportunity
Look beyond the defense stock slip after a Democratic midterm sweep, Wolfe Research says
Dow rallies 1,300 points as political risk eases after resounding Democratic victory in U.S. midterms: Live updates
Stocks ripped higher on Wednesday after a decisive victory by Democrats in the U.S. midterm elections removed political risk that was hanging over Wall Street.
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Norway stocks lower at close of trade; Oslo OBX down 0.02%
Israel stocks lower at close of trade; TA 35 down 1.96%
Air traffic controller poaching exposes global staffing shortage risks, officials say
Wedbush Says This Stock Remains a Top Pick Despite Recent Volatility
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Midterm elections 2026 live updates: Vance blames Iran war for Republican losses
Follow day two of 2026 midterm elections live updates as Democrats flip Congress in blue wave.
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Elon Musk's millions fail to deliver Texas for the Republicans in fierce midterms
The billionaire's political action committee (Pac) contributed $47m (£35m) to Ken Paxton's campaign.
Greece stocks higher at close of trade; Athens General Composite up 1.77%
CVS to break up $117 billion business, separating pharmacies from insurance; shares fall
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Google extends voluntary buyout offers to employees in several countries
Jim Cramer's top 10 things to watch in the stock market Wednesday
Were the midterms a clearing event on Wall Street?
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Trump hammers Fox News, blaming network for GOP losses as ratings slide
Trump is a frequent critic of media companies, especially broadcasters that he views as being biased against him.
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Poundland owner in crunch talks as retailer's collapse looms
Gordon Brothers will meet Jonathan Reynolds on Wednesday as the investment firm faces scrutiny over Poundland.
Wells Fargo starts On Holding at Overweight, sees growth reaccelerating in 2027
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