October Jobs Report Disappoints With 214,000 Jobs Added To US Economy
Consensus estimates had forecast the economy added a net 233,000 jobs last month.
October Jobs Report Preview: US Job Growth Above 230,000 Expected
The upcoming jobs numbers could add to the strongest hiring streak since early 2006.
Whole Foods Q4 Earnings Report: Profit Rose 8%, Better Than Expected
Analysts had predicted flat earnings amid increased competition in the growing organics and natural food market.
America's First Sugary Drink Tax Passes, But Leaves Loopholes
Smaller stores in Berkeley can avoid the tax and keep selling soda at market prices.
Midterms 2014: Economic Measures Won't Escape Gridlock With A Republican Senate
Experts say that Americans can expect more gridlock, at least as it pertains to contentious federal budget and economy-related measures.
Midterms 2014: Red States Put Minimum Wage Hikes On Ballot
If voters opt to raise minimum hourly wages, most U.S. states would have higher minimum wages than the federal government's $7.25.
Whole Foods Confronts Its "Whole Paycheck" Image Amid Growing Competition
America's largest health food store is losing momentum even as the market for organics grows.
US Trade Deficit Rose In September, Will Pull Down Q3 GDP Estimate
A global economic slowdown weakened demand for American-made goods.
Sugary Drink Tax On Tuesday's Ballot Could Blunt Big Soda
San Francisco and Berkeley could become the first to pass a city-wide tax on sugary drinks like sodas.
Walmart's Online Price-Matching: A Smart Strategy And Likely To Happen, Analysts Say
The retailer is considering whether to expand its price-matching to goods offered by online competitors.
Americans' Economic Confidence And Wage Growth Rise To Seven- And Six-Year Highs
Americans are more confident they will earn more in coming months, although they cut spending in September.
Rich People Less Likely To Give Halloween Treats, Survey Finds
Trick-or-treating tip: Stick with middle-class neighborhoods. The wealthy are stingy with candy.
Fancy Sodas, Coffee And Energy Drinks Gain As Traditional Soft Drinks Lose
As Coke and Pepsi lose popularity, sweetened coffee and teas are among the fastest-growing drinks in the U.S.
Black Friday 2014: Amazon Rolls Out Holiday Deals Nearly A Month Before Thanksgiving
Amazon is promoting Black Friday deals beginning Nov. 1 this year — 28 days before Black Friday.
US Economy Grows 3.5% In Q3
The report caps the U.S. economy's strongest six-month growth in more than a decade.
End Of Fed's Stimulus Won't Settle Debate Over Its Effectiveness
Many factors contributed to the economic recovery, and the Fed's intervention is only one.
Fed Ends Stimulus, Keeps 'Considerable Time' Outlook For Interest Rate Hike
The Fed ended its unprecedented asset-purchasing program that has poured more than $4 trillion into the economy.
Hershey Predicts Lower-Than-Expected 2014 Profits On Higher Milk and Cocoa Prices
Higher milk and cocoa prices dragged down the candy maker's third-quarter earnings.
Federal Reserve Expected To End QE3, Raise Outlook On US Economy
“The economy is growing consistently and at a faster pace than it was prior to QE3.”
Obama Administration's Plans To Boost Manufacturing Have A Long Way To Go
The Obama administration announced plans Monday to boost manufacturing job creation. Progress has been slow.
Merck's Drug Sales Fell In Third Quarter But Earnings Beat Expectations
The U.S. pharmaceutical company is divesting assets and investing in research for new products like insomnia drug Belsomra.
Amazon's Stock Is Losing Its Appeal Analysts Say, Investors Seem To Agree
Since its founding, Amazon has barely eked out a profit. And investors are not happy about the company's latest disappointments on Wall Street.
Procter & Gamble To Sell Duracell, Earnings Meet Expectations
The world's largest household products maker is shedding less profitable brands like Duracell to focus on stronger brands like Crest.
Income Inequality Doesn't Harm Upward Mobility, Scholars Argue
The popular notion that income inequality hinders the poor and middle classes from achieving the American dream may be wrong.
Struggling Soda Companies Diversify, Following Tobacco's Lead
Many soft-drink makers are now combating falling sales by adopting alternative "health-conscious" products.
Only 4 Countries Of 41 Fulfilling Anti-Bribery Pledge
Japan, Ireland, Australia, Canada and others are doing little or nothing to crack down on companies that bribe foreign officials.
General Motors Nearly Doubled Q3 Profit On Truck And SUV Sales
The automaker nearly doubled its Q3 profit — even as it has been forced to recall more than 30 million vehicles so far in 2014.
Disney To Introduce Polynesian Heroine In 2016
"Moana" will feature a 14-year-old female sea explorer.
Canadian PM Stephen Harper: Ottawa Shootings Will Strengthen Resolve To Fight Terrorism
A gunman shot and killed a solider and injured two others in Ottawa.
Weak US Inflation Data Means The Fed Can Keep Interest Rates Low
U.S. consumer prices rose only slightly in September and have risen under the Fed's 2 percent target for months.