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FinanceMay 28

S&P 500 CEO Pay Rose 6% to $17.7 Million in 2025, AP Survey Shows

Median CEO compensation at S&P 500 companies increased nearly 6% to $17.7 million in 2025, while median worker pay rose 4.7% to $89,744.

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FinanceApr 3

Federal Judge Denies DOJ Request to Revive Federal Reserve Subpoenas

A federal judge rejected the Justice Department's effort to reconsider his decision blocking subpoenas to the Federal Reserve and Chair Jerome Powell.

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FinanceMay 5

CK Hutchison Sells Vodafone Joint Venture Stake for $5.8 Billion

Hong Kong conglomerate CK Hutchison has agreed to sell its stake in UK mobile operator VodafoneThree to partner Vodafone Group for $5.8 billion.

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FinanceMay 12

Bessent Pledges Strong US-Japan Currency Coordination

Treasury Secretary nominee Scott Bessent commits to robust foreign exchange coordination with Japan during policy discussions.

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FinanceApr 21

Economic Research Examines Worker Mobility and Employment Policies

Multiple studies highlight challenges facing American workers, from limited job opportunities to wage stagnation and debate over work requirements.

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FinanceApr 14

Trump's Fed Chair Pick Kevin Warsh Discloses Assets Over $100 Million

Kevin Warsh, Donald Trump's nominee to lead the Federal Reserve, has filed financial disclosures showing assets worth more than $100 million.

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FinanceMay 28

Federal Reserve Officials Cite Inflation Concerns While Japan's Central Bank Weighs Policy

Two Fed officials highlighted persistent inflation challenges, particularly in energy, while a Japanese analyst noted geopolitical uncertainty affecting BOJ policy timing.

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FinanceJun 1

Congo Reclassifies Lithium as Strategic Mineral, Copper Prices Rise Ahead of Tariff Deadline

Democratic Republic of Congo has moved lithium into a higher tax bracket for strategic minerals while copper prices gain with US tariff deadline approaching.

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FinanceApr 25

Travel and Real Estate Markets Show Shifting Consumer Patterns Amid Economic Pressures

Rising costs are influencing American consumer behavior in both travel and housing markets during traditionally active seasons.

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FinanceMay 11

Americans Adjust Shopping Habits as Economic Pressures Mount

Rising costs drive consumers to discount retailers and credit borrowing while major chains invest billions in store improvements.

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FinanceMar 27

Financial Markets See Mixed Activity Across Sectors

Various financial developments emerged including SpaceX investor meetings, private credit fund changes, and semiconductor stock declines.

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FinanceApr 25

Federal Judge Sanctions Lawyer in Leon Black Sexual Assault Case

A federal judge imposed sanctions on a law firm and plaintiff in a lawsuit against billionaire Leon Black, citing repeated lies to the court.

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FinanceMay 27

Boeing CEO Reports Meeting Production Requirements for 737 Max Assembly Line

Boeing's chief executive announced the company has satisfied regulatory requirements to increase 737 Max production to 47 aircraft per month.

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FinanceApr 13

LVMH Revenue Falls 6% in First Quarter as Middle East Conflict Weighs on Luxury Sales

French luxury conglomerate LVMH reported weaker-than-expected quarterly revenue of $22.42 billion as geopolitical tensions disrupted recovery hopes.

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FinanceApr 29

Spirit Airlines Faces Financial Difficulties as Budget Airline Model Struggles

Spirit Airlines confronts mounting financial challenges as legacy carriers adopt similar low-cost strategies and economic pressures impact its customer base.

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