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Ports seek order to force dockworkers to bargaining table as strike looms at East and Gulf ports

DETROIT (AP) — With a strike deadline looming, the group representing East and Gulf Coast ports is asking a federal agency to make the...

US economy grew at a solid 3% rate last quarter, government says in final estimate

WASHINGTON (AP) — The American economy expanded at a healthy 3% annual pace from April through June, boosted by strong consumer spending and business...

US economic growth, corporate profits revised higher in 2023

By Lucia MutikaniWASHINGTON (Reuters) - The U.S. economy grew faster than initially thought in 2023 amid upgrades to business investment and consumer spending despite...

Whole Foods CEO says he is slashing prices on private-label food to battle supermarkets

Listen and subscribe to Opening Bid on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or wherever you find your favorite podcasts.Whole Foods CEO Jason Buechel wants to put...

TSX futures rise ahead of Fed Chair Powell’s remarks

(Reuters) - Futures tied to Canada's main stock index rose on Monday as investors awaited U.S. Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell's remarks while hopes...

China redoubles first-aid for its economy with support for banks and workers

China is redoubling its first-aid for its economy, targeting banks, workers and poor families as the ruling Communist Party prepares to mark the 75th...

Yellen to call for more financial stability work, thoughtful regulation

(Reuters) - U.S. Treasury Secretary Janet Yellen will call for continued work to ensure a resilient financial system, including pursuing thoughtful regulation and pushing...

Morning Bid: Micron adds fresh tech fizz, China surges anew

A look at the day ahead in U.S. and global markets from Mike DolanWith quarter-end fast approaching, tech excitement returned to Wall Street overnight...

One Tech Tip: Using Instagram’s new teen account settings to supervise young users

LONDON (AP) — Worried about your teen's Instagram use? Faced with growing pressure to do more to stop online harm, the social media platform...

Analysis-Chinese banks in need of capital injection to give thrust to economic stimulus steps

By Xie Yu and Sumeet ChatterjeeHONG KONG (Reuters) - As China steps up efforts to stabilise its economy with fresh stimulus, the country's top...

Analysis-Chinese banks in need of capital injection to give thrust to economic stimulus steps

By Xie Yu and Sumeet ChatterjeeHONG KONG (Reuters) - As China steps up efforts to stabilise its economy with fresh stimulus, the country's top...

Economy to grow moderately, rates to fall below three per cent next year: Deloitte

Deloitte Canada expects economic growth to pick up next year as it forecasts the Bank of Canada to cut its key interest rate below...

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