Walmart raises profit expectations as more Americans hunt deals in sluggish economy

NEW YORK (AP) — Walmart delivered another standout quarter, posting strong sales and profits that blew past Wall Street expectations as it wins over more cash-strapped Americans who have grown increasing anxious about the economy.

Tax-Free Student Loan Forgiveness Expires In 2026, Who Owes More Next Year?

The American Rescue Plan Act of 2021 will make most student loan forgiveness tax-free until 2025, then borrowers may owe thousands in taxes.

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Asian shares advance after a retreat on Wall Street

BANGKOK (AP) — Asian shares mostly advanced on Tuesday after U.S. stocks gave back some of last week’s rally, pressured by rising global bond yields.

Bessent says White House may 'veto' Federal Reserve presidents

WASHINGTON (AP) — Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent said Wednesday he would push a new requirement that the Federal Reserve's regional bank presidents live in their districts for at least three years before taking office, a move that could give the White House more power over the .

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UK leader Keir Starmer backs his Treasury chief over claims she misled the public about the economy

LONDON (AP) — British Prime Minister Keir Starmer on Monday defended his Treasury chief against opposition claims that she misled the public and the markets about the state of the public finances before .

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Asian stocks climb after Wall Street rallies on hopes for lower interest rates

BANGKOK (AP) — Asian shares and U.S. futures advanced on Wednesday after surged on hopes the Federal Reserve will soon opt to .

Federal agency boosts size of most single-family loans the government can guarantee to $832,750

The Federal Housing Finance Agency is increasing the size of home loans that the government can guarantee against default as it takes into account rising housing prices.

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Asian shares mostly gain and US futures also advance after Wall St ends with gains

BANGKOK (AP) — Asian shares were mostly higher and U.S. futures advanced Monday after Wall Street ended on an upbeat note after much drama last week.

IPO market's red-hot year has been cooled by the shutdown and more caution among investors

NEW YORK (AP) — A strong year for initial public offerings on Wall Street has fizzled out due to the government shutdown and a cautious turn by investors.

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New study shows global luxury shoppers are spurning high-end brands over steep price hikes

MILAN (AP) — Global sales of are forecast to contract for the second straight year, as well-heeled shoppers rebel against extravagant price hikes on ho-hum offerings and global turmoil shakes confidence, according to a new study by consultancy released on Thursday.

Nvidia's earnings attest to its leadership in the AI race. By the numbers

Nvidia reported for its fiscal third quarter Wednesday, with net income jumping 65% and revenue increasing 62% from a year earlier.

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Brazil's central bank shuts down $16-billion bank following federal fraud investigation

SAO PAULO (AP) — government on Tuesday shut down Banco Master, a bank worth up to $16 billion in assets, following a sprawling federal police fraud investigation.

US has warned others to avoid loans from Chinese state banks. But it's the biggest recipient of all

WASHINGTON (AP) — For years, Washington has been warning others not to trust loans from Chinese state banks fueling its rise as a superpower. But a new report reveals an ironic twist: The United States is the biggest recipient of all — by far. And the security and technology implications have yet to be fully understood.

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A slowing wartime economy pushes the Kremlin to tap consumers for revenue

After two years of robust growth fueled by military spending on Russia’s economy is slowing. , the budget deficit is up and defense spending has leveled off.

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2 Federal Reserve officials oppose an interest rate cut in December

WASHINGTON (AP) — Two Federal Reserve officials expressed opposition Wednesday to another interest rate cut at the central bank's next meeting in December, the outlook for the Fed's next steps.

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Marriage is like a business, says O'Leary. Financial partnership is key for long-term success, as money stress is top cause of divorce. Prenups can protect individual wealth.

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Qatar Airways to sell its holdings in Hong Kong's Cathay Pacific for $896 million

DUBAI, United Arab Emirates (AP) — Qatar Airways will sell its stake in Hong Kong-based Cathay Pacific Airways in a share buyback valued at $896 million, the companies announced, ending the Qatari carrier's .

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McDonald’s sales got a lift from in the third quarter.

Trump administration and private investors sign off on $1.4 billion deal with rare earth startups

WASHINGTON (AP) — The Trump administration and private investors are partnering with two rare earth startups in a $1.4 billion deal to scale up the nation's access to materials and technology that is crucial for producing an array of high-tech goods and military equipment.

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Asian shares trade mixed after AI darlings prop up Wall Street

TOKYO (AP) — Asian shares were trading mixed on Tuesday after overseas markets got a big lift from optimism over AI technology.

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Apple delivers strong quarter despite iPhone sales slowdown and ongoing artificial technology issues

SAN FRANCISCO (AP) — Apple's iPhone sales growth decelerated during its summertime quarter, but the trendsetting company still delivered financial results that exceeded analyst projections while continuing its efforts to catch up to its Big Tech peers in the artificial intelligence race.

Banks and retailers run short on pennies as the US Mint stops making them

NEW YORK (AP) — The United States is running out of pennies.