Stock Market Open: US Shares Mixed On China Trade Deal Hopes, Impeachment Worries
Investors were heartened by President Trump's remarks on a possible China trade deal, but Capitol Hill testimony related to an impeachment inquiry overshadowed trading.
Stock Market Close: US Shares Soar On Hopes For China Trade Deal
President Trump hinted a deal could be reached sooner, rather than later.
Trump Ukraine Scandal: After Impeachment Inquiry, Trump Seeks To Tie Whistleblower To Biden Campaign
"Wow," Trump tweeted in response to story saying whistleblower's attorney donated $100 to Biden campaign.
US - China Trade News: Agreement May Be Near, As Trump Hints At Possible Deal
"It could happen sooner than you think,” Trump told reporters.
Can Elizabeth Warren Win The Democratic Presidential Nomination? Possible Trump Opponent In Tight Race With Joe Biden, Bernie Sanders
“Warren continues to look stronger with every new poll. She seems to be picking up support across the spectrum with gains coming at the expense of both Biden and Sanders,” said Patrick Murray, director of the Monmouth University Polling Institute.
Best Airports 2019: 2 Midwest Airports Get Highest Satisfaction Ratings From Travelers
Food and security checks factor into traveler satisfaction.
Impeachment Inquiry 2020: President Trump Releases Transcript Of Ukraine Call
Hours after releasing the reconstructed transcript of his July 25 call with Ukraine's president, Trump demanded transparency from Biden and the Democrats.
US Markets Open: Stocks Mixed Amid Political Turmoil, Trade Worries
House Speaker Nancy Pelosi’s decision to open a formal impeachment inquiry against President Trump weighed heavily on traders as Trump cast doubt on coming trade talks with China.
Stock Market Close: Bumpy Week Ends Lower As Chinese Trade Worries Mount
Chinese agriculture officials canceled a planned visit to Montana without explanation as the latest round of trade talks ramp up.
Mysterious Vaping Illness Update: Walmart To Ban E-Cigarettes
"Given the growing federal, state and local regulatory complexity and uncertainty regarding e-cigarettes, we plan to discontinue the sale of electronic nicotine delivery products at all Walmart and Sam's Club US locations," the company said.
Trump, California Fight: State Sues Administration Over Auto Emissions Waivers
The administration earlier this week suspended California's ability to influence national standards.
What Did Trump Say? President Says Whatever Conversations He Had With Foreign Leaders Were 'Pitch Perfect'
President says complaint filed about his conversation with an unnamed foreign leader was "highly partisan."
2020 Race: NY Mayor Bill De Blasio Quits Democratic Primary Race
De Blasio's action is an admission his brand of urban politics lacked nationwide appeal.
Stock Market Open: US Shares Higher On Quadruple Witching Day
Market liquidity tends to spike when options and futures on indexes and stocks expire, spurring trading volume as large derivative positions roll over.
Stock Market Close: US Shares Head Lower As Trump Berates Fed Chair
Markets turned south in late trading after the S&P began flirting with record levels.
America's Birds Disappearing, Third Of Population Lost Since 1970s -- Study Finds
"We want this to be a real wake-up call," one of the authors says of the most comprehensive population survey ever undertaken.
Mystery Vaping Disease Update: More Than 500 Stricken, 7 Dead; FDA,CDC investigating
The Food and Drug Administration and the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention are conducting parallel investigations to determine what's causing the lung-destroying ailment.
Airbnb IPO Update: Unicorn Says It Will Go Public Next Year
The home-sharing giant reported $1 billion in revenue in the second quarter but did not reveal anything about profitability.
What Did Trump Promise? Congress Investigating Whistleblower Complaint Involving Foreign Leader
Trump had contact with five foreign leaders in the weeks leading up to an Aug. 12 whistleblower complaint, including Russian President Vladimir Putin.
War With Iran? Iranian Foreign Minister Warns Retaliation Will Result In 'All-Out War'
"I was here as an act of diplomacy while the foreign minister of Iran is threatening all-out war and to fight 'til the last American," Pompeo said in criticizing Iran's hostile stance.
Stock Market Open: US Shares Move Higher Despite Gloomy Forecast From OECD
The Organization for Economic Cooperation Development is forecasting slower global growth because of uncertainties resulting from U.S.-China trade war and Britain's exit from the European Union.
Stock Market Close: Investors Negative On Fed Action, FedEx Has Worst Day In Decade
Investors were disappointed Fed policymakers weren't more positive about further cuts this year.
Interest Rates Cut: Fed Moves To Cushion Economy Against Slowdown, Trade War
Fed cut interest rates in line with expectations, far less than President Trump had demanded.
California vs. US: Trump Administration Revoking California Emissions Waivers
California Gov. Gavin Newsom said the administration analysis of benefits gained by lowering clean air standards is flawed.
Saudi Arabia Says Iran 'Unquestionably' Responsible For Attack On Oil Facilities
Pompeo arrived in Jeddah to consult with Saudi officials. Before landing he blamed Iran for the attack, which he characterized as "an act of war."
Who Is Robert C. O'Brien? Trump Names New National Security Adviser
O'Brien replaces John Bolton, who was ousted last week because of major policy differences with the president.
US Stock Markets Lower As Investors Await Word On Interest Rates
The Fed already has moved to calm money markets and is poised to inject $75 billion for short-term borrowing on top of the $50 billion injected Tuesday.
Israel Election Update: No Clear Winner In Second Election In Five Months. Third Time The Charm?
Exit polls show neither Netanyahu's right-wing bloc nor Gantz's center-left coalition winning a clear majority.
Stock Market Close: Skidding Oil Prices Send Equities Higher
Word Saudi Arabia had restored half the processing capacity wiped out in a weekend attack and expected to be back at full production by the end of the month sent stock prices higher.
Saudi Arabia Oil Attack: Evidence Mounts That Iran Fired Cruise Missles
The Pentagon is preparing a report on who was responsible for the attack that wiped out half of Saudi Arabia's oil production capacity.
