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FinanceMay 15

Senate Confirms Kevin Warsh as Federal Reserve Chair

The Senate confirmed Kevin Warsh as the next Federal Reserve chair, with support from Republicans and at least one Democrat.

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FinanceMay 19

Judge allows gun, notebook as evidence in Mangione state trial, blocks other items

A Manhattan judge ruled that prosecutors can use a gun and notebook as evidence against Luigi Mangione but must suppress other items from his backpack.

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FinanceMay 18

Markets React to Rising Treasury Yields as Tech Stocks Face Mixed Trading

Financial markets showed mixed signals this week as rising Treasury yields pressured some sectors while tech stocks experienced varied performance amid ongoing AI optimism.

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FinanceApr 16

Federal Jury Finds Live Nation and Ticketmaster Operated Illegal Monopoly

A Manhattan federal jury ruled that Live Nation and its Ticketmaster subsidiary illegally monopolized the live event ticketing market after a lawsuit by dozens of states.

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FinanceJun 6

Technology Stocks Experience Major Selloff Amid Market Volatility

Semiconductor and technology stocks faced significant declines this week, with over $1 trillion in market value erased as investors rotated toward defensive sectors.

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FinanceApr 21

Businesses begin claiming refunds for tariffs Supreme Court ruled unconstitutional

A refund system launches Monday for businesses that paid tariffs the Supreme Court found Trump imposed without constitutional authority.

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FinanceJun 1

Berkshire Hathaway to Acquire Homebuilder Taylor Morrison

Warren Buffett's Berkshire Hathaway announced plans to acquire U.S. homebuilder Taylor Morrison in a deal valued at approximately $6.8-8.5 billion.

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FinanceMay 18

Bond Yields Rise to 2023 Highs as Fed Officials, Analysts Warn of Inflation Pressures

U.S. and global bond yields have surged to their highest levels since 2023 amid growing concerns about persistent inflation and potential Federal Reserve policy shifts.

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FinanceMay 18

French Ad Giant Publicis to Acquire US Data Firm LiveRamp for $2.2-2.5 Billion

Publicis Groupe announced plans to acquire American data company LiveRamp in a deal valued between $2.2-2.5 billion, marking significant consolidation in advertising technology.

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FinanceMay 27

BP Removes Chairman Albert Manifold Over Governance and Conduct Concerns

Oil giant BP's board unanimously removed Chairman Albert Manifold citing serious concerns about governance standards, oversight and conduct.

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FinanceMay 29

Rising Inflation and High Prices Drive Economic Policy Responses and Consumer Shifts

Inflation concerns mount as oil prices and travel costs surge, prompting central bank consideration of rate hikes and company efforts to attract price-sensitive consumers.

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FinanceMay 5

Mixed Economic Headlines Show Global Market Uncertainty Across Sectors

Financial markets face multiple pressures from Middle East tensions, European economic concerns, and shifting investment patterns across various industries.

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FinanceApr 1

War Drives Energy Costs Higher as Gas Prices Near $4 and German Inflation Surges

Rising energy costs from ongoing conflict push U.S. gasoline prices toward $4 per gallon while German inflation reaches highest level in over a year.

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FinanceApr 30

Global Markets React to Rising Oil Prices and Central Bank Policy Concerns

Asian markets declined and oil reached four-year highs as central banks face pressure from rising energy costs and economic uncertainties.

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FinanceMay 12

US Releases 53.3 Million Barrels from Strategic Oil Reserve Amid Rising Prices

The United States announced a loan of 53.3 million barrels from its Strategic Petroleum Reserve as gas prices continue to pressure consumers.

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