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WTO holds 'constructive' talks after China condemns Trump's 'tariff shocks'
Trade wars appear on WTO agenda for the first timeChina warns of possible global recessionUS responds by calling China a 'predatory' economyMember countries call for restraintUpdates from WTO press conference in paragraphs 1-2, 4-5, 6-7By Emma Farge GENEVA, Feb 19 (Reuters) - The World Tr...Reuters
Wed, Feb 19
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AIG adds Resilience's Camme as zonal leader, cyber and professional liability
By Isha MaratheFeb 18 - (The Insurer) - AIG has appointed Kristin Camme, former Resilience vice president, as the zonal leader of national accounts, cyber, and professional liability. Camme has over a decade of experience in the insurance industry. Before Resilience, she was a U.S. cyber and tech u...Reuters
Wed, Feb 19
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Howmet CEO sees improved jet output, supply chain despite tariff 'whiplash'
Howmet CEO optimistic on jet build in 2025 after strugglesSays industry can't keep talking supply chain constraintsBoeing expects to grow 737 MAX output to 38/month by mid yearRTX expects certification of Pratt & Whitney GTF Advantage engine by around the middle of the yearAdds comments from...Reuters
Wed, Feb 19
Cryptocurrencies
Binance US to resume USD services for eligible customers
Binance US has officially resumed its US dollar services. US customers can make deposits and withdrawals in US dollars via bank transfer (ACH). This happens after 18 months of restrictions, claiming regulatory clarity. The company said, “It’s official: USD services are back on Binance.US […] the feature will gradually roll out to all eligible customers […]Cryptopolitan
Wed, Feb 19
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US withdraws approval of New York City's congestion pricing program
Feb 19 (Reuters) - The Trump administration said Wednesday it is rescinding approval of New York City's congestion pricing program that is designed to reduce traffic and raise billions to upgrade New York's subway and bus systems.U.S. Transportation Secretary Sean Duffy said the move will ha...Reuters
Wed, Feb 19
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Charged with coup plot, Bolsonaro seeks lifeline from Brazil lawmakers
Bolsonaro charged before Supreme Court with plotting 2022 coupAllies eye legislative changes to clear him for 2026 campaignRight-wing lawmakers emboldened by Lula's tumbling approvalAdds comments from Bolsonaro and Lula in paragraphs 5, 14-15By Manuela Andreoni, Luciana Magalhaes and Maria Carol...Reuters
Wed, Feb 19
Stocks
Why Garmin Stock Is Racing Higher Today
GPS device maker Garmin (NYSE: GRMN) has been a real winner for investors. After another stellar earnings report today, the stock has nearly doubled in the last 12 months. The fourth-quarter results along with management's 2025 guidance have shares soaring again today.Garmin stock was trading up by ...The Motley Fool
Wed, Feb 19
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UnitedHealthcare offers buyouts to some employees, CNBC reports
Feb 19 (Reuters) - UnitedHealth's UNH.N insurance unit is offering employees in its benefits operations unit the option to accept buyouts if they quit by March 3, CNBC reported on Wednesday.If the unit, UnitedHealthcare, does not meet a resignation quota through buyouts, it will lay employees of...Reuters
Wed, Feb 19
Stocks
BUZZ-Trimble up after upbeat Q1 forecasts, Q4 results on strong demand
** Shares of analytics and software firm Trimble TRMB.O rise as much as 2.3% to $76.88** Trimble forecasts Q1 revenue largely above estimates after beating Q4 revenue, profit expectations on strong demand for its software and hardware offerings** Sees Q1 revenue between $794 million and $824 million...Reuters
Wed, Feb 19
Cryptocurrencies
Analyst Says Dogecoin Could Be The Only Meme Coin For 5-10x, Here’s Why
A recent technical analysis of Dogecoin’s price chart on the weekly candlestick timeframe has revealed a compelling outlook for the meme coin’s long-term trajectory. According to the analyst, Dogecoin is currently the only meme coin capable of delivering a 5-10x return. The prediction is...Bitcoinist
Wed, Feb 19
Stocks
Genworth Financial (GNW) Q4 2024 Earnings Call Transcript
Image source: The Motley Fool.Genworth Financial (NYSE: GNW)Q4 2024 Earnings CallFeb 19, 2025, 9:00 a.m. ETContents: Prepared Remarks Questions and Answers Call Participants Prepared Remarks: OperatorGood morning, ladies and gentlemen, and welcome to Genworth Financial's fourth-quarter 2024 earni...The Motley Fool
Wed, Feb 19
Stocks
STOXX 600 marks biggest daily drop in 2025 on tariff woes
STOXX 600 off 0.9%Philips off after Q4 results MTU Aero Engines hikes 2025 forecast, shares rise EU considers tighter steel import curbs Updates to market closeBy Johann M Cherian and Pranav Kashyap Feb 19 (Reuters) - Europe's main STOXX index logged its biggest daily drop since the start of ...Reuters
Wed, Feb 19
Cryptocurrencies
Uminers to Partner with Ledger, Elevating Security and Previewing a Zero-Interest Mining Loan Program
The collaboration will offer miners an institutional-grade self-custody solution via Ledger Enterprise, empowering them with cutting-edge hardware and robust digital asset protection. A successful pilot of a forthcoming zero-interest loan program is also underway. February 19, 2025, Hong Kong — Umin...NewsBTC
Wed, Feb 19
Stocks
Why Intel Stock Is Sinking Today
Shares of Intel (NASDAQ: INTC) are losing ground in Wednesday's trading. The semiconductor company's share price was down 5.6% as of noon ET and had been down as much as 7% earlier in today's trading.Intel's pullback comes on the heels of a 16% jump for the stock in yesterday's trading following a r...The Motley Fool
Wed, Feb 19
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BRIEF-UnitedHealthcare Is Offering Buyouts To Employees In Benefits Unit- CNBC
Feb 19 (Reuters) - UnitedHealth Group Inc UNH.N:UNITEDHEALTHCARE IS OFFERING BUYOUTS TO EMPLOYEES IN BENEFITS UNIT- CNBCIF UNITEDHEALTHCARE DOES NOT MEET A RESIGNATION QUOTA THROUGH BUYOUTS, IT WILL LAY EMPLOYEES OFF - CNBCSource text: https://tinyurl.com/3e887tutFurther company coverage: UNH.NReuters
Wed, Feb 19
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Apple reveals first custom modem chip, shifting away from Qualcomm
Apple says C1 subsystem will give iPhones longer battery lifeApple plans to use its own modem chips across more devices in coming yearsQualcomm expects share of Apple modems to drop to 20% by 2026Adds Qualcomm and Apple share movesBy Stephen NellisSUNNYVALE, California, Feb 19 (Reuters) - Apple AAPL...Reuters
Wed, Feb 19
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Google develops AI co-scientist to aid researchers
By Muvija M LONDON, Feb 19 (Reuters) - Google has developed an AI tool to act as a virtual collaborator for biomedical scientists, the U.S. blue chip said on Wednesday.The new tool, tested by scientists at Stanford University in the U.S. and Imperial College London, uses advanced reasoning to hel...Reuters
Wed, Feb 19
Stocks
Bumble shares slide after weak forecast signals slow dating app turnaround
Adds graphicBy Jaspreet Singh Feb 19 (Reuters) - Bumble's BMBL.O shares fell 28% on Wednesday after the dating app operator forecast first-quarter revenue below market estimates, as it continues to grapple with a slowdown in the growth of paying users.Shares of the Austin, Texas-based company...Reuters
Wed, Feb 19
Forex
JPMorgan sees Ukraine peace deal giving modest lift to currencies
Adds detail, quotes from reportBy Marc Jones LONDON, Feb 19 (Reuters) - A ceasefire or peace deal to end the war between Ukraine and Russia would be "net positive" for the currencies of nearby emerging economies, investment bank JPMorgan said on Wednesday. Much of that boost, though, may ...Reuters
Wed, Feb 19
