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Many firms have no contingency plans should U.S.-China trade war worsen: DHL survey

Many firms have no contingency plans should U.S.-China trade war worsen: DHL survey

As the U.S.-China trade war drags into its 16th month and continues to disrupt supply chains, more than one-quarter of multinational firms have not made contingency plans, showed a survey from a subsidiary of courier giant DHL.



6 years ago
These stocks are 'best in class' according to Wall Street analysts

These stocks are 'best in class' according to Wall Street analysts

CNBC combed through recent Wall Street research to find stocks analysts say are "best in class."

6 years ago
Black Friday shoppers stay away from stores, make $7 billion-plus splurge online

Black Friday shoppers stay away from stores, make $7 billion-plus splurge online

U.S. shoppers made more purchases online on Black Friday than in the mall - hurting traffic and sales at brick-and-mortar stores, according to data that offered a glimpse into what is still one of the busiest shopping days of the year.



6 years ago
Exclusive: EU antitrust regulators say they are investigating Google's data collection

Exclusive: EU antitrust regulators say they are investigating Google's data collection

EU antitrust regulators are investigating Google's collection of data, the European Commission told Reuters on Saturday, suggesting the world's most popular internet search engine remains in its sights despite record fines in recent years.



6 years ago
Fiat Chrysler reaches tentative labor deal with United Auto Workers

Fiat Chrysler reaches tentative labor deal with United Auto Workers

Fiat Chrysler Automobiles NV and the United Auto Workers (UAW) union on Saturday announced a tentative agreement for a four-year labor contract, a boost for the automaker as it works to merge with France's Groupe PSA .



6 years ago
There's a way to finish college without massive debt — but it's been under the radar for years

There's a way to finish college without massive debt — but it's been under the radar for years

With a passing grade, high school students can apply CLEP credits to their future college career and, sometimes, significantly cut down on their tuition tab.

6 years ago
'Tax Cuts 2.0' could include a rate reduction for the middle class. Here's who would benefit most

'Tax Cuts 2.0' could include a rate reduction for the middle class. Here's who would benefit most

The idea is to lower taxes on America's middle earners in a package dubbed "Tax Cut 2.0." Yet one of the early ideas floated — reducing the 22% rate to 15% — could miss the mark.

6 years ago
Mom-and-pop retailers gear up for Small Business Saturday, as towns try to stoke excitement

Mom-and-pop retailers gear up for Small Business Saturday, as towns try to stoke excitement

Last year, shoppers spent $17.8 billion on Small Business Saturday, the highest of any year.

6 years ago
Tesla, GE and Uber make list of the most divisive stocks on Wall Street

Tesla, GE and Uber make list of the most divisive stocks on Wall Street

The stocks that deeply divide Wall Street analyst opinions — led by Tesla.

6 years ago
Tesla move will draw further companies into Germany - state premier

Tesla move will draw further companies into Germany - state premier

Tesla's announcement earlier this month that it will build its first European factory near Berlin will draw further companies from the electric mobility and energy storage sectors into Germany, a state premier told newspaper Die Welt.



6 years ago
Facebook issues corrective label on user's post under new Singapore fake news law

Facebook issues corrective label on user's post under new Singapore fake news law

Facebook said on Saturday it had issued a correction notice on a user's post at the request of the Singapore government, but called for a measured approach to the implementation of a new "fake news" law in the city-state.



6 years ago
Facebook corrects user's post under new Singapore fake news law

Facebook corrects user's post under new Singapore fake news law

Facebook said on Saturday it had issued a correction notice on a user's post at the request of the Singapore government, but urged for a measured approach to the implementation of a new "fake news" law to protect freedom of speech.



6 years ago
Advice that will save you headaches this year and prevent financial strain

Advice that will save you headaches this year and prevent financial strain

Being able to afford gifts for all of your loved ones can be difficult. Samantha Barry, editor in chief of Glamour, has some advice that will save you holiday shopping headaches this year and prevent financial strain down the road.

6 years ago
Global funds raise stock allocations at the expense of cash: Reuters poll

Global funds raise stock allocations at the expense of cash: Reuters poll

Global funds recommended switching cash back into equities in November as stocks worldwide rose to near record highs despite a lack of clarity over how, when, or if a truce will be called on the damaging U.S.-China trade war, a Reuters poll showed.



6 years ago
Mega Millions jackpot climbs to $266 million after two months with no winner

Mega Millions jackpot climbs to $266 million after two months with no winner

While the odds are stacked against players matching all six numbers, the IRS always gets its piece of the jackpot.

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