Markets
Oil Falls to One-Week Low
- April 25, 2017
May West Texas Intermediate crude CLK7, -3.95% lost 15 cents, or 0.3%, at $52.26 a barrel on the New York Mercantile Exchange. Traders said that the gains came on the back of a reduction in commercial U.S. The production has now increased for nine consecutive weeks. The contract, which finished at its lowest level since April 7 on Tuesday, is set to expire at Thursday's settlement. (more...)
- April 25, 2017
May West Texas Intermediate crude CLK7, -3.95% lost 15 cents, or 0.3%, at $52.26 a barrel on the New York Mercantile Exchange. Traders said that the gains came on the back of a reduction in commercial U.S. The production has now increased for nine consecutive weeks. The contract, which finished at its lowest level since April 7 on Tuesday, is set to expire at Thursday's settlement. (more...)
Labour reiterates Trident backing after Corbyn defence review comments
- April 25, 2017
A Labour spokesman subsequently released a statement confirming that the party remained committed to Trident renewal. Pressed on whether it would be in Labour's election manifesto, he said: "We haven't completed work on the manifesto yet". (more...)
- April 25, 2017
A Labour spokesman subsequently released a statement confirming that the party remained committed to Trident renewal. Pressed on whether it would be in Labour's election manifesto, he said: "We haven't completed work on the manifesto yet". (more...)
United passenger dragged off flight plans legal action
- April 25, 2017
On Wednesday, United Airlines confirmed to ABC News that it was compensating all passengers of the flight for the full price of their tickets. Disturbing video shot by passengers showing the man's bloodied face quickly went viral on social media, prompting disgust and even boycotts. (more...)
- April 25, 2017
On Wednesday, United Airlines confirmed to ABC News that it was compensating all passengers of the flight for the full price of their tickets. Disturbing video shot by passengers showing the man's bloodied face quickly went viral on social media, prompting disgust and even boycotts. (more...)
Netflix beefs up int'l focus as subscriber growth falls short
- April 25, 2017
Netflix CEO Reed HastingsFlickrNetflix missed its subscriber growth targets during the first quarter, blaming the shortfall on slight delays in the release dates for some of its most popular shows. Will Netflix Raise Prices Again? The company reiterated that it expects to burn $2 billion of cash in 2017 and stated "we anticipate negative FCF to accompany our rapid growth for many years". (more...)
- April 25, 2017
Netflix CEO Reed HastingsFlickrNetflix missed its subscriber growth targets during the first quarter, blaming the shortfall on slight delays in the release dates for some of its most popular shows. Will Netflix Raise Prices Again? The company reiterated that it expects to burn $2 billion of cash in 2017 and stated "we anticipate negative FCF to accompany our rapid growth for many years". (more...)
Diageo plc 13.7% Potential Upside Indicated by JP Morgan Cazenove
- April 25, 2017
The rating was maintained by RBC Capital Markets on Thursday, March 2 with "Top Pick". The firm has "Outperform" rating given on Wednesday, December 7 by Credit Suisse. Barclays PLC (LON:BARC) has risen 21.07% since September 21, 2016 and is uptrending. The firm has "Hold" rating by N+1 Singer given on Thursday, September 29. (more...)
- April 25, 2017
The rating was maintained by RBC Capital Markets on Thursday, March 2 with "Top Pick". The firm has "Outperform" rating given on Wednesday, December 7 by Credit Suisse. Barclays PLC (LON:BARC) has risen 21.07% since September 21, 2016 and is uptrending. The firm has "Hold" rating by N+1 Singer given on Thursday, September 29. (more...)
USA keeps Taiwan on currency monitoring list
- April 25, 2017
Zhou Shijian, a senior fellow at Tsinghua University's Institute of International Relations, said the Treasury made a "right and realistic decision" not to label China as a currency manipulator, something China had not been branded since 1992. (more...)
- April 25, 2017
Zhou Shijian, a senior fellow at Tsinghua University's Institute of International Relations, said the Treasury made a "right and realistic decision" not to label China as a currency manipulator, something China had not been branded since 1992. (more...)
United Announces CEO Oscar Munoz Will Not Be Chairman Next Year
- April 25, 2017
On top of that, the airline's boss Oscar Munoz won't become chairman in 2018, after his contract was amended following the incident, which had been captured on video and soon racked up headlines across the world. It caused a storm of criticism with suggestions that an American with Vietnamese origins had been targeted. In wake of the incident, United's share price plummeted as calls for a boycott against the carrier mounted. (more...)
- April 25, 2017
On top of that, the airline's boss Oscar Munoz won't become chairman in 2018, after his contract was amended following the incident, which had been captured on video and soon racked up headlines across the world. It caused a storm of criticism with suggestions that an American with Vietnamese origins had been targeted. In wake of the incident, United's share price plummeted as calls for a boycott against the carrier mounted. (more...)
Kyle Lowry and DeMar DeRozan have a playoff curse
- April 25, 2017
We're the sixth best team in the East". It's Game 4, we've got to be desperate. They looked completely out of sorts, unable to make a shot or a pass - DeRozan uncharacteristically fired a pass to nobody that was caught by a fan. LeBron James finished with 41 points, 13 rebounds and 12 assists, and the Cleveland Cavaliers set an National Basketball Association postseason record by erasing a 25-point halftime deficit to beat the Indiana Pacers 119-114 on Thursday night and take a 3-0 lead. (more...)
- April 25, 2017
We're the sixth best team in the East". It's Game 4, we've got to be desperate. They looked completely out of sorts, unable to make a shot or a pass - DeRozan uncharacteristically fired a pass to nobody that was caught by a fan. LeBron James finished with 41 points, 13 rebounds and 12 assists, and the Cleveland Cavaliers set an National Basketball Association postseason record by erasing a 25-point halftime deficit to beat the Indiana Pacers 119-114 on Thursday night and take a 3-0 lead. (more...)
US Treasury secretary: Tax cuts won't raise budget deficit
- April 25, 2017
The president and members of his cabinet argue tax reform (i.e. tax cuts) "will pay for itself" through the economic growth they expect it will create. Still, lawmakers from both parties have said the corporate tax rate must be reduced to help US companies compete with firms headquartered in other countries and to prevent USA firms from moving overseas. (more...)
- April 25, 2017
The president and members of his cabinet argue tax reform (i.e. tax cuts) "will pay for itself" through the economic growth they expect it will create. Still, lawmakers from both parties have said the corporate tax rate must be reduced to help US companies compete with firms headquartered in other countries and to prevent USA firms from moving overseas. (more...)
What the French Elections Mean for Investors
- April 25, 2017
Many had feared another anti-establishment shock to follow Britain's "Brexit" vote and Donald Trump's election as United States president. That must have been a welcome relief for investors, who had feared that the anti-established Le Pen may come out on top. (more...)
- April 25, 2017
Many had feared another anti-establishment shock to follow Britain's "Brexit" vote and Donald Trump's election as United States president. That must have been a welcome relief for investors, who had feared that the anti-established Le Pen may come out on top. (more...)
Ontario mulls non-resident speculation tax
- April 25, 2017
It applies to property in the Greater Golden Horseshoe area - one of North America's fastest growing regions, comprised of the Greater Toronto Area and surrounding municipalities. "The current strength in national home sales mainly speaks to what's going on in and around Toronto", CREA president Andrew Peck said in a statement. (more...)
- April 25, 2017
It applies to property in the Greater Golden Horseshoe area - one of North America's fastest growing regions, comprised of the Greater Toronto Area and surrounding municipalities. "The current strength in national home sales mainly speaks to what's going on in and around Toronto", CREA president Andrew Peck said in a statement. (more...)
Melania Trump makes final decision on White House move with son Barron
- April 25, 2017
According to Meredith McGehee, policy chief at Issue One, a group which seeks to "reduce the influence of money in politics", the president's early fund-raising may be a response to Democrats, who are expected to raise more money because of distaste for President Trump's policies. (more...)
- April 25, 2017
According to Meredith McGehee, policy chief at Issue One, a group which seeks to "reduce the influence of money in politics", the president's early fund-raising may be a response to Democrats, who are expected to raise more money because of distaste for President Trump's policies. (more...)
Marine Le Pen steps down from National Front leadership
- April 25, 2017
After many years of high unemployment and a steady drumbeat of political scandals, voters turned their backs on the establishment and instead backed a political newcomer in Macron and a far-right candidate in Le Pen . Polls have consistently been showing a Macron-Le Pen matchup could end in Macron's favor. "He is a hysterical, radical 'Europeanist.' He is for total open borders". (more...)
- April 25, 2017
After many years of high unemployment and a steady drumbeat of political scandals, voters turned their backs on the establishment and instead backed a political newcomer in Macron and a far-right candidate in Le Pen . Polls have consistently been showing a Macron-Le Pen matchup could end in Macron's favor. "He is a hysterical, radical 'Europeanist.' He is for total open borders". (more...)
Passengers in viral airline videos have same lawyer
- April 25, 2017
The crew member then points his finger and challenges the passenger to hit him and the man eventually returns to his seat. "You do that to me and I'll knock you flat!" It's unclear what happened before passengers on flight 591 from San Francisco to Dallas/Ft. (more...)
- April 25, 2017
The crew member then points his finger and challenges the passenger to hit him and the man eventually returns to his seat. "You do that to me and I'll knock you flat!" It's unclear what happened before passengers on flight 591 from San Francisco to Dallas/Ft. (more...)
Aviation officer gives his version of United flight removal
- April 25, 2017
Doctor David Dao and his wife had boarded united 3411 for their flight home to Louisville. The documents also, for the first time, identify the officers involved. The ensuing public outrage prompted United Airlines to issue several apologies and launch a review of its procedures when dealing with sold-out flights. (more...)
- April 25, 2017
Doctor David Dao and his wife had boarded united 3411 for their flight home to Louisville. The documents also, for the first time, identify the officers involved. The ensuing public outrage prompted United Airlines to issue several apologies and launch a review of its procedures when dealing with sold-out flights. (more...)
A State of Mind: Mental Health and the London Marathon
- April 25, 2017
A short video shows the three royals opening up about their personal histories regarding mental health. 'Homeland , we're big fans of that, and Game Of Thrones' William said. In the six-and-a-half minute video, the three Royals reflected on the Heads Together campaign that they've worked on for almost a year. William , Kate and Harry champion the official charity of 2017's London Marathon, Heads Together , and earlier met racers competing for their campaign. (more...)
- April 25, 2017
A short video shows the three royals opening up about their personal histories regarding mental health. 'Homeland , we're big fans of that, and Game Of Thrones' William said. In the six-and-a-half minute video, the three Royals reflected on the Heads Together campaign that they've worked on for almost a year. William , Kate and Harry champion the official charity of 2017's London Marathon, Heads Together , and earlier met racers competing for their campaign. (more...)
Facebook Creates New Virtual Reality Social Network
- April 25, 2017
Parts of the website may not work as expected without them. "I am confident now we are going to push this augmented-reality platform forward", Zuckerberg said , adding that the technology would eventually be incorporated into eyeglasses. (more...)
- April 25, 2017
Parts of the website may not work as expected without them. "I am confident now we are going to push this augmented-reality platform forward", Zuckerberg said , adding that the technology would eventually be incorporated into eyeglasses. (more...)
NHL Playoffs: Predators deliver Blackhawks first top seed sweep in opening-round
- April 25, 2017
Crosby scored on a one-timer from Evgeni Malkin for a power-play goal and some breathing room at 5:31 of the third before Scott Wilson scored 51 seconds later on a no-look backward tip to give the Penguins a comfortable lead that easily held up to the end of the game. (more...)
- April 25, 2017
Crosby scored on a one-timer from Evgeni Malkin for a power-play goal and some breathing room at 5:31 of the third before Scott Wilson scored 51 seconds later on a no-look backward tip to give the Penguins a comfortable lead that easily held up to the end of the game. (more...)
Donald Trump slams Canada for trade practices in energy, lumber, and dairy
- April 25, 2017
He also said that Canada may be in violation of existing trade accords, including the North American Free Trade Agreement . He did not address Trump's comments directly and avoided questions about whether they signal the onset of a cross-border trade war. (more...)
- April 25, 2017
He also said that Canada may be in violation of existing trade accords, including the North American Free Trade Agreement . He did not address Trump's comments directly and avoided questions about whether they signal the onset of a cross-border trade war. (more...)
European shares surge as political risk eases on French vote results
- April 25, 2017
BERTRAND GUAY (Photo credit should read BERTRAND GUAY/AFP/Getty Images) French presidential election candidate for the En Marche! movement Emmanuel Macron (R) and his Brigitte Trogneux react during a meeting at the Parc des Expositions in Paris, on April 23, 2017, after the first round of the Presidential election. (more...)
- April 25, 2017
BERTRAND GUAY (Photo credit should read BERTRAND GUAY/AFP/Getty Images) French presidential election candidate for the En Marche! movement Emmanuel Macron (R) and his Brigitte Trogneux react during a meeting at the Parc des Expositions in Paris, on April 23, 2017, after the first round of the Presidential election. (more...)
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