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Global airlines cut 2019 profit forecast over trade tensions

Global airlines cut 2019 profit forecast over trade tensions

Airline profits are on course to fall faster than expected in 2019 as trade wars hit global commerce and broader confidence, the industry's main global body said on Wednesday, while predicting a modest recovery next year.



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FAA chief says 737 MAX won't be cleared to resume flying in 2019

FAA chief says 737 MAX won't be cleared to resume flying in 2019

Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) chief Steve Dickson confirmed Wednesday the agency will not allow Boeing Co's (BA.N> grounded 737 MAX, involved in two fatal crashes in five months, to resume flying before the end of 2019.



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American Eagle holiday-quarter forecast below estimates on higher markdowns

American Eagle holiday-quarter forecast below estimates on higher markdowns

American Eagle Outfitters Inc forecast holiday-quarter profit and comparable sales below market estimates on Wednesday, as weaker demand pressures the retailer into offering higher discounts on its flagship AE brand, sending its shares down about 10%.



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U.S. consumer prices increase more than expected in November

U.S. consumer prices increase more than expected in November

U.S. consumer prices rose more than expected in November, which could further support the Federal Reserve's intention not to cut interest rates again in the near term after reducing borrowing costs three times this year.



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Goldman Sachs names new head of Johannesburg office

Goldman Sachs names new head of Johannesburg office

U.S. investment bank Goldman Sachs has appointed Jonathan Penkin as head of its Johannesburg office, the bank's base for sub-Saharan Africa where the current chief executive is retiring at the end of the year.



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Here's whom you should tip — and how much you should give — this holiday season

Here's whom you should tip — and how much you should give — this holiday season

As the end of the year draws near, it's time to think about showing your gratitude to those who have provided services for you throughout the year.

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'Vindication' - Saudi Arabia hails 10% debut jump in Aramco shares

'Vindication' - Saudi Arabia hails 10% debut jump in Aramco shares

Saudi Aramco shares surged the maximum permitted 10% above their IPO price on their Riyadh stock market debut on Wednesday, in a move hailed by the government as a vindication of its towering $2 trillion valuation of the state oil company.



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U.S. inflation firms in November; Fed seen on hold

U.S. inflation firms in November; Fed seen on hold

U.S. consumer prices increased solidly in November, which together with labor market strength could support the Federal Reserve's intention not to cut interest rates again in the near term after reducing borrowing costs three times this year.



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S&P 500, Nasdaq open higher; Dow hit by Boeing, Home Depot

S&P 500, Nasdaq open higher; Dow hit by Boeing, Home Depot

The S&P 500 and the Nasdaq indexes opened slightly higher on Wednesday, with investors waiting for the Federal Reserve's decision on monetary policy, while losses in Boeing and Home pressured the Dow Jones index. The S&P 500 were up 3.23 points, or 0.10%, at 3,135.75. The Nasdaq Composite gained 14.94 points, or 0.17%, to 8,631.12 at the opening bell.



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What top advisors see on the horizon for markets in 2020

What top advisors see on the horizon for markets in 2020

Financial advisors who made CNBC's FA 100 list of leading firms for 2019 share what their outlook is on factors influencing markets and investors in the new year, from domestic politics to global trade and corporate earnings.

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Here's who you should remember to tip — and how much you should give — this holiday season

Here's who you should remember to tip — and how much you should give — this holiday season

As the end of the year draws near, it's time to think about showing your gratitude to those who have provided services for you throughout the year.

6 years ago
Expect a mid-2020 national launch for McDonald's crispy chicken sandwich, analyst predicts

Expect a mid-2020 national launch for McDonald's crispy chicken sandwich, analyst predicts

The fast-food chain will likely run into chicken supply issues due to McDonald's high volume operations, according to Stephens.

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Tesla plans increasing imported Model 3 prices in China from January

Tesla plans increasing imported Model 3 prices in China from January

U.S. electric vehicle maker Tesla Inc plans to increase prices of imported Model 3 vehicles in China in January, sources briefed with the matter said.



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European stocks nudge down as trade deadline looms

European stocks nudge down as trade deadline looms

European shares fell on Wednesday as the deadline approached for new U.S. tariffs on Chinese goods and investors awaited the outcome of major central bank policy meetings.



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Jeffrey Gundlach says long-term rates are headed higher, Trump re-election is base case

Jeffrey Gundlach says long-term rates are headed higher, Trump re-election is base case

The so-called bond king said the benchmark 10-year Treasury yield should be back at 2%.

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