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Amazon Plans to Split HQ2 in Two Locations
The New York Times - 6 Nov 2018 05:26
The surprise change would allow the company to tap into the talent pools of two different regions.
Lighter reg touch could be mixed blessing for regionals
American Banker - 6 Nov 2018 06:08
The Federal Reserve Board plan to revise its post-crisis framework promises reduced compliance costs and other benefits. But some analysts see the removal of guardrails as increasing failure risk, which may spook investo...
OnDeck plots expansion for 2019 after 3Q profit
American Banker - 7 Nov 2018 01:08
The New York-based online lender plans to spend an additional $15 million next year, largely on bank partnerships and international expansion.
The Ratings Game: Elf Beauty shares soar nearly 19% after a sales boost from Target
Market Watch - 6 Nov 2018 18:48
Elf Beauty's results got a bump from early holiday shipments to Target.
Iran says it is selling the oil it needs to, despite U.S. pressure
Reuters - 6 Nov 2018 18:12
Iran said on Tuesday it had so far been able to sell as much oil as it needs despite U.S. pressure, but urged European countries that oppose the U.S. sanctions to do more to shield Iran.
The Latest: Hugin sees enthusiasm as he challenges Menendez
Miami Herald - 6 Nov 2018 17:28
The Latest on Election Day in New Jersey (all times local): 8:20 a.m. Bob Hugin says he's seen "enthusiasm across the state" for his candidacy as he hopes to become …
Tencent to curb children's online gaming time
BBC - 6 Nov 2018 07:11
China's tech giant will expand its age-based time limit system to all of its games by 2019.
David's Bridal considers filing for bankruptcy
L.A. Times - 6 Nov 2018 05:30WATCH: Amazon offering free shipping to all customers
ABC News - 6 Nov 2018 04:54
The online retail giant, feeling the pressure from Target, said Prime members would be eligible for free same-day delivery on some items.
US probing whether GM SUV recall included enough vehicles
Miami Herald - 6 Nov 2018 18:51
The U.S. government is investigating whether General Motors should expand a 2016 windshield wiper recall to include 1.7 million more SUVs. The government wants to know if a recall of …
California voters consider $9 billion for water projects
Miami Herald - 6 Nov 2018 18:50
Voters will decide Tuesday whether California borrows nearly $9 billion for water infrastructure projects in the state where its scarcity often pits city dwellers, farmers, anglers and environmentalists against one …
German prosecutors search Blackrock's offices in dividend stripping probe: source
Reuters - 6 Nov 2018 18:48
German prosecutors searched the Munich offices of fund investor Blackrock on Tuesday in connection with an investigation of dividend stripping trades, a person with knowledge of the matter told Reuters.
A Serious 'Masshole' Urges Support for a Ballot Question Protecting the Transgender Community
AdWeek - 6 Nov 2018 18:46
Maybe Massholes are OK after all. Sure, some Bay State denizens can get loud and obnoxious at times, droning on in their wicked Baaston accents about the Pats and Sawx. Yet, Massachusetts dwellers are equally well known ...
Markets Right Now: Stocks edge higher in early trading
Miami Herald - 6 Nov 2018 18:42
The latest on developments in financial markets (all times local): 9:35 a.m. Stocks are edging higher in early trading on Wall Street as technology companies rise and several companies gain …
Airbus stages maiden flight of upgraded A330-800
Reuters - 6 Nov 2018 18:33
Airbus staged a maiden fight of the upgraded A330-800 jetliner on Tuesday, hoping the key milestone will boost the fortunes of a variant that has failed to make headway against newer types.
EU digital tax plan flounders as states ready national moves
Reuters - 6 Nov 2018 18:28
A European Union plan to tax big internet firms like Google and Facebook on their turnover was on the verge of collapsing on Tuesday after several EU governments rejected it and announced national initiatives instead.
Californians weigh proposal to repeal gasoline tax increase
Miami Herald - 6 Nov 2018 18:19
Californians are deciding Tuesday whether to repeal an increase in fuel taxes and vehicle fees that is expected to fund $52 billion in transportation projects over a decade. Proposition 6 …
The 10 Funds You Must Own To Survive The Next Crash
Forbes - 6 Nov 2018 18:16Car parts plants to close on Brexit worries
BBC - 6 Nov 2018 18:11
The automobile supplier Schaeffler is to close two UK plants amid Brexit uncertainty.
Bluefly Boosts Email Revenue 11%, Site Visitor Identification 15% With Targeted Marketing
Retail Touch Points - 6 Nov 2018 18:01
Branding itself as a highly curated fashion marketplace for the style-obsessed shopper, e-Commerce retailer Bluefly hosts more than 3,000 luxury brands across three online stores: B. luxe, B. Timeless and B. trendy. With...
Icelandair just bought up its biggest low-cost rival, Wow Air
NBC News - 6 Nov 2018 16:47Iran able to sell as much oil as it needs despite U.S. pressure: vice president
Reuters - 6 Nov 2018 14:45
Iran has been able to sell as much oil as it needs despite U.S. pressure, Iranian Vice President Eshaq Jahangiri was quoted as saying on Tuesday.