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How Trump’s Win Is Explained by Right and Left Media Outlets
Nov 8, 2024, 7:02 PM
Media outlets on the right said Mr. Trump won because of the left’s embrace of what they called extreme political views. Left-leaning outlets offered a broader variety of explanations.
The progressive dream is dead
Nov 8, 2024, 10:06 AM
Democrats' liberal wing has wrecked the party, and the nation suffers for it.
Trump’s first big fight is shaping up: Powell’s refusal to resign from the Fed
Nov 8, 2024, 4:09 PM
During a news briefing, he was asked if he would resign if Trump demanded it, and Powell simply replied "no."
Tesla stock closes at highest level in over 2 years as Musk's big Trump bet pays off
Nov 8, 2024, 4:11 PM
Tesla surged on Friday, capping a huge week for the EV maker as the stock hit its highest close in over two years. Optimism over CEO Elon Musk’s relationship with President Trump has sent investors into a frenzy, with Tesla’s market cap now topping $1 trillion.
Stock Market Rallies to Its Best Week in Over a Year
Nov 8, 2024, 4:12 PM
President-elect Donald Trump’s win, coupled with a quarter-point interest rate cut from the Federal Reserve, pushed major stock indexes into record territory.
Tesla stock closes at highest level in over 2 years as Musk's big Trump bet pays off
Nov 8, 2024, 4:11 PM
Tesla surged on Friday, capping a huge week for the EV maker as the stock hit its highest close in over two years. Optimism over CEO Elon Musk’s relationship with President Trump has sent investors into a frenzy, with Tesla’s market cap now topping $1 trillion.
Stock market today: Dow, S&P 500 cap best week of year with records as post-election rally rolls on
Nov 8, 2024, 4:03 PM
The Dow crossed 44,0000 for the first time ever as stocks were on track for their best week in a year on optimism that President-elect Donald Trump's policies will boost the economy.
Ben Baldanza, Who Brought No-Frills Flying to Spirit Airlines, Dies at 62
Nov 8, 2024, 3:22 PM
He introduced ticket prices that couldn’t be beat, but asked fliers to pay extra for nearly everything, including water, carry-ons and printed tickets.
Stock market today: S&P 500 touches 6,000 mark as Wall Street heads for best week in a year
Nov 8, 2024, 12:24 PM
The Dow crossed 44,0000 for the first time ever as stocks were on track for their best week in a year on optimism that President-elect Donald Trump's policies will boost the economy.
Silicon Valley venture capitalists react to Trump's victory: 'Buckle up'
Nov 8, 2024, 2:05 PM
Donald Trump's reelection as US president will have significant impact on tech and beyond.
Trump tariffs could cost UK £22bn of exports
Nov 8, 2024, 2:06 PM
The UK could face a £22bn hit to its exports if Donald Trump carries out his tariff threats, researchers say.
Al Fayed: Watchdog to review police handling of abuse claims
Nov 8, 2024, 1:52 PM
The Independent Office for Police Conduct will review two cases the Met Police investigated.
Trump Put Musk on Phone With Zelensky During Call
Nov 8, 2024, 1:22 PM
Elon Musk was with Donald Trump at Mar-a-Lago when the president-elect spoke with Ukraine’s leader. It is not clear if they discussed any change in U.S. policy toward Ukraine.
Nvidia, the world's most valuable company, has officially joined the Dow
Nov 8, 2024, 12:58 PM
AI chipmaker Nvidia has officially joined the Dow Jones Industrial Average, replacing its struggling counterpart Intel.
Why was the economy the top issue in the election?
Nov 8, 2024, 12:40 PM
American voters concerned about the economy and falling behind in their household finances due to growth not keeping pace with high inflation played a major role in the election.
Trump’s Win Shows Limits of Biden’s Industrial Policy
Nov 8, 2024, 12:00 PM
Long-term economic investments in domestic manufacturing were overshadowed by real-time anxiety over rent and grocery prices.
Stock market today: S&P 500 flirts with 6,000 mark as Wall Street heads for best week in a year
Nov 8, 2024, 12:24 PM
The Dow crossed 44,0000 for the first time ever as stocks were on track for their best week in a year on optimism that President-elect Donald Trump's policies will boost the economy.
DJT stock climbs after Trump says he will not sell shares
Nov 8, 2024, 10:50 AM
DJT stock surged after Donald Trump said he would not sell his shares in the company, the home of Trump's social media platform, Truth Social.
American Freight closing all stores amid parent company's bankruptcy filing
Nov 8, 2024, 10:22 AM
American Freight is shuttering all of its locations and kicking off store closing sales as part of Chapter 11 bankruptcy proceedings by its parent company.
Stock market today: S&P 500 eyes 6,000 mark as Wall Street heads for best week in a year
Nov 8, 2024, 10:33 AM
Stocks are poised for a downbeat end to a stellar week of gains driven by optimism that President-elect Donald Trump's policies will boost the economy.
Rivian stock drops as full-year loss projection widens, but 'modest gross profit' still expected in Q4
Nov 8, 2024, 9:56 AM
Rivian reported third quarter revenue that missed the mark and a wider-than-expected loss as the pure-play adventure electric vehicle maker was burdened by a supplier parts issue.
Stock market today: S&P 500 eyes 6,000 mark as Wall Street eyes best week in a year
Nov 8, 2024, 10:13 AM
Stocks are poised for a downbeat end to a stellar week of gains driven by optimism that President-elect Donald Trump's policies will boost the economy.
Bolt drivers win right to holiday and minimum wage
Nov 8, 2024, 9:15 AM
Thousands of drivers on ride-hailing and food delivery app Bolt have won a legal claim to be classed as workers.
Older Workers to Get ‘Super’ 401(k) Catch-Up Contributions in 2025
Nov 8, 2024, 9:00 AM
Workers who are 60 to 63 will be able to put in up to $11,250 in extra contributions, if they can afford it.
US Stocks Draw Biggest Inflow Since June on the Day of Trump Win
Nov 8, 2024, 4:43 AM
(Bloomberg) -- A whopping $20 billion flowed into US equity funds on Wednesday, the day Donald Trump claimed a decisive victory in the presidential election, according to Bank of America Corp. strategists.Most Read from BloombergKey Ballot Initiatives and Local Races Highlight Views on Abortion, ImmigrationParis Restricts Through Traffic in City CenterFrom Housing to Immigration, Key Ballot Initiatives and Local Races to FollowThat was the biggest daily addition in five months, strategist Michae
Stock market today: S&P 500, Nasdaq futures lose grip on records as Trump trade fizzles
Nov 8, 2024, 7:47 AM
Stocks are poised for a downbeat end to a stellar week of gains driven by optimism that President-elect Donald Trump's policies will boost the economy.
In Finland, Building One of the World’s Largest Cruise Ships
Nov 8, 2024, 5:03 AM
In a Finnish shipyard, the 250,800-ton sister of Icon of the Seas, the world’s largest cruise ship, is in the final stages of construction. We got an inside look.
A New Trump Administration Is No Reason to Change Investing Plans
Nov 8, 2024, 5:03 AM
Big changes are coming in the next Trump administration. But your investing plans needn’t change, our columnist says.
House Committee Targets Chip Technology Firms for China Ties
Nov 8, 2024, 5:01 AM
It requested information from a handful of firms that make chip manufacturing possible about their commercial ties to China.
Companies Brace for the Return of Trump’s Old Trade Gripes
Nov 8, 2024, 12:00 AM
The president-elect is again calling out companies by name in his campaign against what he sees as other countries’ unfair practices.
What a Second Trump Term Could Mean for Your Money
Nov 8, 2024, 5:03 AM
Here’s what the president-elect has said he might do with your taxes, student loans, Social Security and more.
China Unveils $1.4 Trillion Debt Swap to Help Local Governments
Nov 8, 2024, 3:37 AM
(Bloomberg) -- China announced a 10 trillion yuan ($1.4 trillion) program to refinance local government debt, as Beijing rolls out more measures to support a slowing economy facing new risks from the reelection of Donald Trump.Most Read from BloombergKey Ballot Initiatives and Local Races Highlight Views on Abortion, ImmigrationParis Restricts Through Traffic in City CenterFrom Housing to Immigration, Key Ballot Initiatives and Local Races to FollowChina will raise local governments’ debt ceilin
The Entertainer axes new shops after Budget tax rise
Nov 8, 2024, 4:01 AM
The toy retailer says higher costs have hit expansion and led to a hiring freeze at its head office.
Baby milk: Parents warned they are paying over the odds
Nov 8, 2024, 3:59 AM
The competition watchdog says the baby milk market needs to change after its report raised concerns.
China Reveals $1.4 Trillion Plan to Bail Out Local Governments
Nov 8, 2024, 3:53 AM
The enormous support package came after a series of smaller measures in recent weeks were announced to jump-start growth in China’s sluggish economy.
Investors Dial Back ‘Trump Trades’ as Policy Questions Remain
Nov 8, 2024, 2:38 AM
(Bloomberg) -- After an initial stampede into “Trump Trades,” investors in some asset classes are tapering their enthusiasm as they question whether Donald Trump will push through his ambitious tariff proposals as US president.Most Read from BloombergKey Ballot Initiatives and Local Races Highlight Views on Abortion, ImmigrationParis Restricts Through Traffic in City CenterFrom Housing to Immigration, Key Ballot Initiatives and Local Races to FollowThe dollar reversed much of its post-election s
Steven Madden C.E.O. Says It Is Moving Production Out of China
Nov 8, 2024, 1:15 AM
The prospect of higher tariffs under President-elect Trump spurred the company to accelerate its plan to shift where its shoes are made.
Harrods boss Michael Ward 'dreadfully sorry' for Al Fayed abuse
Nov 8, 2024, 12:57 AM
It is the first time the managing director of the luxury store has personally apologised on camera.