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FinanceMar 13

Canada's unemployment rate rises to 6.7% in February, labor market weakens

Canada's unemployment rate increased to 6.7% in February, surpassing economists' expectations as the labor market showed signs of weakening.

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FinanceApr 4

Parent PLUS Loan Consolidation Deadline Approaches for Affordable Payment Plans

Parents with federal PLUS loans face a June 30 deadline to consolidate into new loans to maintain affordable payment options.

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FinanceApr 26

Los Angeles designates Marilyn Monroe's former home as historic monument

The city of Los Angeles declared Marilyn Monroe's former residence a historic monument, prompting owners to file a lawsuit over blocked demolition plans.

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FinanceMar 13

Qantas to Pay $74 Million to Settle Covid-Era Flight Credit Lawsuit

Australian airline Qantas agreed to pay approximately $74 million to settle a class action lawsuit over its decision to issue flight credits instead of cash refunds during the pandemic.

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FinanceApr 26

Steak 'n Shake Names Chief MAHA Officer, NASCAR Introduces New CEO

Two major announcements were made Saturday as Steak 'n Shake appointed a health-focused executive and NASCAR introduced Steve O'Donnell as its new CEO.

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FinanceApr 3

Chicago Fed's Goolsbee Cites Inflation Concerns for Future Rate Cuts

Federal Reserve Bank of Chicago President Austan Goolsbee warns that rising inflation risks could affect planned interest rate cuts in 2026.

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FinanceMar 12

UK Inflation Remains Above 3% as OECD Data Shows Highest Rate Among G7 Nations

Britain is the only G7 country with inflation exceeding 3 percent, according to OECD data, amid government concerns about potential oil price increases.

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FinanceMar 12

BlackRock CEO Fink predicts Iran conflict won't derail economy

BlackRock CEO Larry Fink said a U.S.-Iran conflict would be brief and oil prices could drop below $50 per barrel afterward.

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FinanceMar 11

FTC to distribute $47M in refunds to renters in Invitation Homes settlement

The Federal Trade Commission will send refund checks to consumers allegedly deceived by corporate landlord Invitation Homes.

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FinanceApr 25

United Airlines CEO's Premium Strategy Shows Results in Competitive Market

United Airlines' focus on premium services and brand loyalty under CEO Scott Kirby is generating positive results in the airline industry.

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FinanceMar 11

Cintas to Acquire Uniform Supplier UniFirst in $5.5 Billion Deal

Workplace products company Cintas agreed to buy uniform supplier UniFirst for $5.5 billion in enterprise value.

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FinanceApr 2

Retail Sector Sees Major Corporate Restructuring Deals

Two significant retail transactions emerged as Saks Global secures bankruptcy exit funding and Bed Bath & Beyond acquires The Container Store.

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FinanceMar 22

UK Leasehold Flat Prices Drop as Buyer Demand Weakens

Property prices for leasehold flats in the UK are declining as buyers increasingly avoid this type of housing ownership structure.

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FinanceApr 24

Social Security Trust Fund Projected to Deplete in 2032, Officials Warn

The Social Security Trust Fund faces depletion by 2032 due to demographic and economic pressures, according to government projections.

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FinanceMar 10

Two Major Corporate Financial Moves: Salesforce Plans $25B Raise, Meta Veteran Seeks $1B

Salesforce plans to raise up to $25 billion for share buybacks while a Meta executive and Sequoia partner aim to raise over $1 billion for new firm.

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